Editorial Comment

THE move by Bulawayo council to hire four companies to address the persistent issue of sewer blockages is a commendable step towards improving the city’s sanitation and public health. The decision demonstrates the council’s commitment to finding solutions to this long-standing problem, which has likely caused inconvenience and health risks to residents. BCC representative, Sehlile…

ONE of South Africa’s parties in the government of national unity, the Democratic Alliance (DA), at the weekend made a spirited call for Sadc to move its summit scheduled for mid this month from Zimbabwe to another country allegedly because of Harare’s crackdown on political and civil society activists. This followed the recent arrest of…

THE government’s decision to investigate claims of sub-standard maternal healthcare at two of the country’s largest referral hospitals is a step in the right direction. The allegations of poor service, including expectant mothers giving birth unattended, corrupt practices, overcrowding, and inadequate resources, are deeply concerning and warrant immediate attention. The accounts from patients who visited…

THE Sables of Zimbabwe’s triumph in the Rugby Africa Cup is a monumental achievement that deserves widespread recognition and celebration. The Zimbabwe Rugby Union’s meticulous planning and strategic approach have been instrumental in this success, and their blueprint should serve as a model for other sports disciplines to emulate. The Sables’ victory is a testament…

THE news that the country is now cholera-free after an 18-month spell that claimed nearly 1 000 lives, should inspire the relevant authorities to come up with measures that curb future outbreaks. It is important, however, to emphasise the fact that the end of the cholera outbreak should not be allowed to bring about a…

THE recent price increases of basic goods in the country, in both United States dollars and local currency (ZiG), have sparked a heated debate between retailers and manufacturers. Retailers blame manufacturers for the price hikes, while manufacturers attribute the increase in production costs to the unavailability of foreign currency from banks. This has resulted in…

THE Church’s call for peace before, during, and after the Sadc Summit in Harare next month is a timely and wise intervention. As Zimbabwe prepares to host this critical regional gathering, it is essential that all stakeholders prioritise peace and stability. The Church’s appeal to the opposition and activists to engage the government in constructive…

THE introduction of e-passports in Zimbabwe has been a resounding success, clearing a massive backlog of passport applications and eliminating corruption in the process. The new e-passport system has effectively cut off middlemen who previously exploited desperate citizens, and graft is no longer a hindrance to obtaining a passport. Speaking during the official opening of…

THE need for opposition parties in Zimbabwe to unite and engage in talks with the ruling Zanu PF cannot be overstated. For decades, the country has been plagued by a political crisis that has hindered progress and development. The fragmentation of the opposition has allowed Zanu PF to maintain its grip on power, perpetuating a…

THE parliamentary committee on Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation’s call for Zifa Normalisation Committee chairperson, Lincoln Mutasa, to quit is a justified demand. Mutasa’s failure to explain governance issues at Zifa and his astonishing admission of not attending a Premier Soccer League (PSL) match in 13 months raise serious concerns about his ability to lead…