THE call by opposition stalwarts for a boycott of the country’s 2028 harmonised elections is a deeply concerning development. While their frustrations are understandable, and their argument that the current electoral environment is steeped in favour of Zanu PF, holds weight, a boycott is a self-defeating strategy that will do more harm than good for…
THE frustration voiced by Dzivarasekwa MP Edwin Mushoriwa in Parliament last week is not merely a complaint, it is a damning indictment of a systemic failure within the executive. As reported by our sister publication, the Daily News On Sunday, the chronic truancy of cabinet ministers from parliament is not just an inconvenience, it is…
STICK or twist? To sack, or not to sack? This is one issue Zifa must decide on immediately after the Warriors recorded back-to-back losses in their latest international matches. Zimbabwe’s flagship football team, the Warriors, continued their miserable run in the 2026 Fifa World Cup Qualifiers this past week, losing by identical one-nil score lines…
THE Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo, officially opened by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Mutare on Wednesday, serves as a critical platform for rebranding and revitalising “Brand Zimbabwe”. The expo’s theme, echoing Mnangagwa’s assertion that tourism is a “vital cog” in national development, underscores its significance. This event comes at a time when the country needs to…
THE government’s introduction of presumptive taxes on public transport operators, while framed as a necessary measure to boost state revenues, places an unbearable strain on the long-suffering citizens and the small businesses that keep the country moving. This move is a textbook example of a government looking for a quick fiscal fix without considering the…
IN A world increasingly marred by doubt and cynicism, the recent comments by Vice President Constantino Chiwenga on the imperative of transparency and accountability in leadership are a breath of fresh air. Addressing the African Women Leaders Network conference at the weekend, Chiwenga’s impassioned plea for integrity across all sectors — from government and business…
A ROBUST scientific research is urgently needed to understand the underlying causes of the rising mental health crisis in Zimbabwe. While anecdotal evidence points to a link between socio-economic hardships and mental distress, a comprehensive, data-driven study is essential to move beyond assumptions and develop effective, evidence-based solutions. Without this critical research, any policy or…
THE recent launch of the ‘No to Illegal Firearms, Misuse of Toy Guns and Dangerous Weapons’ blitz by the police is a welcome and necessary step in the fight against rising crime. With national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi revealing 748 arrests in a single week, it is clear that the proliferation of illegal firearms is…
YOUTH minister Tino Machakaire’s recent claims that some senior Zanu PF officials are involved in drug trafficking are deeply concerning and must be thoroughly investigated. Speaking at a Zanu PF youth league meeting last week, Machakaire courageously asserted that some “leaders” are not only importing and selling drugs, but are also using their positions to…
HEALTH minister Douglas Mombeshora is absolutely correct — domestic health financing is the bedrock of strong national health systems. Speaking at the “Rethinking Africa’s Health Financing” conference in Zambia recently, Mombeshora made a crucial point. “For too long, our health systems have depended heavily on external support,” he said. “While this has carried us through…
