Letters to the Editor

EDITOR — Reports of partisan distribution of food aid have marred concerted efforts by the government through the Department of Social Welfare, non-governmental organisations, churches and other philanthropists to alleviate the plight of vulnerable citizens. While the majority of reports by Zimbabwe Election Support Network (Zesn)’s Long Term Observers (LTOs) resident in the 210 National…

EDITOR — ZIMBABWE Election Support Network (Zesn)’s Long Term Observers (LTOs) resident in the 210 National Assembly Constituencies have been monitoring the strict enforcement of the coronavirus (Covid-19) lockdown order by the army and police. While the uniformed forces have the mandate to enforce the lockdown order; nevertheless the discharge of this mandate must always…

EDITOR — Demolition of structures that were built without the requisite council approvals has exacerbated the plight of those who operate in the informal sector. Running battles between vendors and municipal police have been reported in St Mary’s in Chitungwiza as vendors continue to sell their wares in places that are not designated for that…

EDITOR — After the devastating effects of Covid-19 it is time for all people especially the youth to take a leading role as economic drivers. Zimbabwe is not in this economic turmoil because of Covid-19 or sanctions but government policies need to shift 180 degrees. How did Rhodesia and South Africa prosper under sanctions, with…

EDITOR – I’m a Zimbabwean female opposition activist based in the United Kingdom (UK) and would like to register my greatest fear for my motherland since the abduction, torture and assault of three MDC Alliance youth assembly members in May this year. The three Joanna Mamombe, Cecilia Chimbiri and Netsai Marova were arrested while demonstrating…

EDITOR — The Zimbabwe Election Support Network (Zesn) joins the rest of the African continent in celebrating the 57th anniversary of Africa Day which comes at a time when Africa and the rest of the world are grappling with containing the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Covid-19 has had far reaching implications including, creating the dilemma about…

EDITOR — Cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces in your home regularly is an important precaution to lower the risk of infection. Follow cleaning product instructions for safe and effective use, including precautions you should take when applying the product, such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation. Some national authorities have made…

EDITOR — I believe it is the duty of each and every person in this country to pray for Zimbabwe. Looking at what is happening, we need to all come together and pray that God guides our leaders so that they take the country forward. It is sad that during the run-up to the elections…

EDITOR — In the week April 20-24, 2020, Zimbabwe Election Support Network (Zesn) moderated a discussion on the participation of women in electoral processes on two WhatsApp platforms, The Electoral Reform Advocacy Cluster and the Zesn Electoral Dialogue groups. Issues discussed included the 50/50 provision of women representation in the Constitution, the Women’s quota for…

EDITOR — The Yellow Vest (Gilets Jaunes) Zimbabwe, which is a pressure group that seeks to decentralise a citizen engaged democratic struggle in Zimbabwe using peaceful non-violent resistance in the face of Zanu PF dictatorship, welcomes the MDC Alliance’s decision to broaden the demand for institutional reforms in the country. The Yellow Vest Zimbabwe applauds…