Anashe Mupamombe

As 2024 marks the fifth year of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) campaigning for the total removal of sanctions against Zimbabwe, the significance of this milestone resonates deeply within the country. Initiated under the leadership of the late Tanzanian President, John Magufuli, who championed the cause during his chairmanship of SADC, this campaign has evolved into a critical element of Zimbabwe's political and economic discourse. The ruling ZANU-PF party has consistently linked its last month’s conference resolutions to this ongoing effort, viewing the removal of sanctions as a key step toward national recovery and sovereignty.

Innocent Mujeri

In recent years, Zimbabwe has faced various challenges that have often been magnified by both external observers and local voices. While criticism can sometimes be constructive, it is disheartening to observe a growing trend of thriving on negativity, even when there are opportunities to highlight progress and potential. This inclination to dwell on the negative has the unintended consequence of undermining our national pride and distorting our collective story. As Zimbabweans, it is high time we change our perspective, choose optimism, and work toward promoting a positive narrative that shines a light on our country's achievements and ambitions.

Innocent Mujeri

For over two decades, Zimbabwe has suffered under crippling sanctions, primarily imposed by the United States through the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZIDERA) and supported by the European Union. These sanctions, initially implemented under the guise of promoting democratic reforms and punishing alleged human rights abuses have, instead, served as a death sentence for Zimbabwe’s economic and social development. Far from their intended purpose, the sanctions have become a calculated tool for economic suffocation, eroding the nation’s ability to grow and prosper, and depriving its people of access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

Staff Reporter 

The dynamics within blended families can be complex and challenging, as evidenced by the relationship between musician, Selmor Mtukudzi and her stepmother, Daisy.

Innocent Mujeri

As the momentum for agroecology and sustainable food production practices gains traction across Africa, there is a growing call to embrace indigenous valuation systems that go beyond the conventional dollar-and-cent approach.