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Farewell Dr. Charles Muzuva Mungoshi

As I did farewell our champion, hero, mind liberator and academic warrior, I must admit that we have been left with a seat too high to occupy and a bar not that easy to reach. We shall write but the style and content shall never be the sam…

Published: 18 Feb 2019 at 11:00hrs | 20 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Why China is frowning on Zimbabwe

The current historic visit by the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang to Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria and Angola sends heavy-duty signals to Africa and the world at large regarding China's new preferences. The renewed Chinese interests in the African r…

Published: 10 May 2014 at 19:20hrs | 17 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Maziwisa, what time is it on the corruption clock?

A first timer to Zimbabwe hearing promises to deal with corruption by Zanu PF leaders may think the following day prisons will be replete with culprits. Unfortunately, none of that will ever happen!Psychology Maziwisa says that there is no…

Published: 05 Apr 2014 at 21:32hrs | 2 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Zim diasporans could be home once the National Gross Happiness Index Increases

I just read a compelling news piece by the Honorable Information Minister  Jonathan Moyo on Government plans to appeal to the Diaspora Community to return home and serve the country through diverse skills and committed engagement. Suc…

Published: 08 Mar 2014 at 14:32hrs | 3 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Zimbabwe national assets plunder should be deemed a treasonous act

Finance Minister Biti's comments this week about unpredictable and deliberately manipulated and compromised internal revenue remittances by some corrupt government departments in the Home Affairs Ministries as condoned via an opaque accoun…

Published: 16 May 2013 at 15:06hrs | 4 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Zimbabwe: Only STEM is the solution for employment creation

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) have suddenly become the paradigm shift in transforming many economies of the new global order. Zimbabwe should practically chart that route to bypass the prevailing challenges faced …

Published: 28 Jan 2013 at 06:36hrs | | by Tapiwa Kapurura

President Mugabe Could Practically Curb Corruption If He Wanted

President Mugabe could kill the corruption bug if he seriously wanted to. He controls the state machinery and the force to practically deal with the issue. All this talk about how the problem continues to affect the nation is simple politi…

Published: 25 Dec 2012 at 19:17hrs | 1 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Who takes the responsibility for corruption in Zimbabwe! Part II

Following my submission on corruption issues in Zimbabwe a few days ago (Who takes the responsibility for corruption in Zimbabwe!), I feel compelled to present this continuation on the same topic as a way to engage patriotic Zimbabweans to…

Published: 05 Sep 2012 at 06:54hrs | 1 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Who takes responsibility for the corruption in Zimbabwe!

While a considerable amount of the current problems in Zimbabwe are attributable to economics, and the GNU internal squabbles, corruption on the doorsteps of public offices and notorious political party vices claim a fair chunk of the issu…

Published: 03 Sep 2012 at 08:32hrs | | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Zimbabwean voter, this time beware!

Some decades ago, Zexie Manatsa and his band sang, "Vaparidzi vawanda, handichaziva wekutevera. Baba ndadzungairaâˆšÃ‰Â¬Â¢âˆšÂ¢â€šÃ„Ã¶Â¬Â¨âˆšÃ‡Â¬Â¶" (Too many preachers, I don't know which one to follow. I am confused). This is the current…

Published: 03 Aug 2012 at 05:53hrs | 2493 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Our Embassies Abroad Can Do Better

After reading, Diplomats Evicted over Unpaid Rentals (New Zimbabwe Online 05/28/12) many interesting questions have emerged, causing a friend of mine to sarcastically ask, "Vanomboiteiko ivava?" Implying, "But what do these Zimbabwean dipl…

Published: 31 May 2012 at 17:32hrs | | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Saving the University of Zimbabwe

The timely stance adopted by the committee of trustees to raise funds for, and revive, the University of Zimbabwe is a noble cause that is well applauded by many of the UZ alumni. I sincerely believe this move will breathe in a fresh and p…

Published: 28 Apr 2012 at 23:46hrs | | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Works of the CIO

In his 32nd Independence celebration speech this week, the President of Zimbabwe, Comrade Robert Mugabe briefly preached peace in passing. To quote his prepared speech, he stated emphatically:The initiative to create a peaceful environment…

Published: 20 Apr 2012 at 00:32hrs | 3 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Before you judge Africa, please tour!

As I boarded a plane from Africa to the USA, I experienced the relief and excitement of a rescued child finally going to heaven. I even deliberately chose to travel with a few basics and on an empty tummy hoping to feed and shop well upon …

Published: 21 Mar 2012 at 06:51hrs | 1 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

With all these Universities, do we need foreign forensic scientists?

Isn't Zimbabwe Capable of Producing its own Forensic Scientists? The recent press reports in Zimbabwe regarding the absence of advanced forensic skills and related manpower in this unique field of science dovetails to an imperative need fo…

Published: 25 Feb 2012 at 04:46hrs | 1 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

Is Tsvangirai a puppert

Congratulations to Blessing-Miles Tendi for his upcoming book about Zimbabwean issues. Such continued research and writing marks the art of a progressive community because history is being recorded as we develop dialogue and learn from our…

Published: 28 Feb 2011 at 05:58hrs | 2 | by Tapiwa Kapurura

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