THE absence of a viable opposition party in the country has created a power vacuum that threatens the nation’s democracy and progress. As reported in this publication yesterday, since the death of Morgan Tsvangirai, the revered opposition leader, on Valentine’s Day in 2018, the opposition has been in disarray, allowing the ruling party, Zanu PF,…
THE recent launch of a police and financial intelligence unit crackdown on illegal foreign currency dealers is a welcome move by the authorities. The resurgence of these dealers on the streets of many cities and towns across the country has been a major concern, as it has contributed to the instability of the local currency…
THE struggles of retailers to restock due to suppliers demanding payment in US dollars highlight the urgent need for both fiscal and monetary policies to strengthen the local currency, the ZiG. The dominance of the US dollar in local transactions has created pricing distortions, threatening the competitiveness of formal retail businesses. According to what the…
STATISTICS released by the police at the weekend are staggering and alarming. Over 40 murders were committed in the last two months alone, with Harare and Masvingo recording the highest number of cases. This trend is disturbing and warrants immediate attention from all stakeholders. The rise in murder cases, as reported in this newspaper edition,…
AS ZIMBABWE continues to grapple with various challenges, it is imperative that citizens and leaders alike prioritise peaceful resolution. Recent threats of unsanctioned demonstrations and attacks on President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s person are disturbing trends that must be condemned. According to police spokesperson Paul Nyathi, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is committed to maintaining law and…
THE Mighty Warriors’ elimination from the 2026 TotalEnergies Caf Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the first hurdle was a disappointing outcome as it represented a missed opportunity for the team’s aging generation. The penalty shootout defeat by Angola in the first round of the qualifiers also means the Mighty Warriors’ absence from the…
WE WELCOME the establishment of a cancer caucus which was announced on Tuesday by Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda. We hope this latest development will give gravitas to efforts against the disease which is claiming thousands of lives per year. As former Deputy Prime Minister Thokozani Khupe, who is a cancer survivor, is…
IN A commendable move, Parliament has taken the initiative to engage with ordinary citizens across the country, gathering their views on the state of the economy. This proactive approach is a breath of fresh air, especially when the country is grappling with a multitude of economic challenges. The current economic crisis, characterised by liquidity challenges,…
AS President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Monday officially opened the Xintai Palm River Energy Metallurgical Industrial Park in Beitbridge, he underscored the importance of industrialisation in driving the country’s economic growth. This development is a significant step towards achieving the country’s economic goals, and it highlights the need for the nation to pursue industrialisation vigorously. Industrialisation…
THE recent heavy rains pounding the country have left a trail of destruction, claiming close to 50 lives, displacing thousands, and damaging infrastructure. The Civil Protection Unit’s appeal for resources to manage the disaster is a stark reminder of the country’s poor disaster management. As we mourn the loss of lives and property, it is…
