Columnist / Tendai ruben mbofana
Displacement of indigenous people from their ancestoral land proves Zimbabwe regime a continuation of colonialism
It has never been in doubt to most of us that, the 1980 government, that came into power in Zimbabwe, was nothing more than a British project, which had been created to hijack the genuine and gallant ...Published: 21 hrs ago | 1438 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe in quandary due to a leadership that has no idea what leadership entails
If ever there is one sure thing to expect from Zimbabwe's leadership, it is that they will never accept any responsibility for anything that goes wrong in the country, nor will they apologize and allo...Published: 27 Feb 2021 at 10:28hrs | 596 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Timveos departure from MDC Alliance to ZANU PF fraught with hypocrisy and deceit, and needs introspection
In my life, I have come across my fare share of strange things - some, which could be characterized as stranger than fiction - but, the open letter allegedly penned by former MDC Alliance member and s...Published: 27 Feb 2021 at 09:40hrs | 1919 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabweans shouldn't be influenced by anyone on COVID-19 personal health decisions
The debate on whether to take, or not to take, COVID-19 vaccines has been raging on for the past few months - ever since the announcement by the world's major pharmaceutical companies of their alleged...Published: 26 Feb 2021 at 13:35hrs | 634 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime brutal repression of dissent creating more liberation heroes than Smith's Rhodesia
As the nation mourns the sad passing away, yesterday 15 January 2020, of one of the pioneer founding nationalist leaders of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle against colonial rule and oppression, Morton ...Published: 16 Jan 2021 at 15:33hrs | 620 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime getting taste of own medicine, and shouldn't mourn about US 'hypocritical' bullying
If ever there were profound lessons life has taught me, these are that, 'we reap what we sow', 'what goes around, eventually comes around', and that 'poetic justice' is never far away from those who b...Published: 15 Jan 2021 at 08:03hrs | 1000 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Failed Zimbabwe govt economic policy met with excuses
I AM not an economist or financial fundi neither was I good nor enjoyed such subjects as economics and accounting, in high school but, to use a cliche, it does not take a rocket scientist to lose conf...Published: 15 Jan 2021 at 07:35hrs | 142 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Exactly just how does Zimbabwe's ZANU PF expect South Africa to 'rein in' SABC's Mokoena - the Hopewell Chin'ono way?
As tensions between Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU PF party, and South Africa's ANC intensify - after the telling threats uttered by the former's director of information, Tafadzwa Mugwadi, as he, typical of t...Published: 13 Jan 2021 at 12:10hrs | 1006 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime exposes its tyrannical tendencies in seeking to force South Africa into a dictatorship
If ever there is one thing I 'like' about someone with a criminal and rogue character - who always seeks to deny and hide their waywardness and lawlessness - is that, they always, somehow, manage to e...Published: 12 Jan 2021 at 14:16hrs | 568 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Fake 'unity' gestures will never bring Zimbabweans together, but urgent need for real leadership
My views on political parties are very much on public record - as, I consider them the main drivers in dividing a nation apart, through purely artificial plots, deliberately designed by politicians in...Published: 11 Jan 2021 at 16:10hrs | 730 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
'Buy Zimbabwe' will never succeed as long as local companies produce sub-standard goods and services
Zimbabweans are generally a proudly patriotic people - who, never hesitate to show unquestionable devotion and love for their dear country - but, that dedication should never be equated to foolishness...Published: 10 Jan 2021 at 15:06hrs | 361 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ANC's long fight for SA democracy inspiration for Zimbabweans never to give up on struggle for freedom
The African National Congress (ANC) yesterday celebrated its 109th anniversary - being the oldest political party on the continent - yet, the fact that South Africa was the last country to attain its ...Published: 09 Jan 2021 at 10:30hrs | 686 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Indeed, the US never been paragon of democracy, but laughable that a worse tyranny would dare comment
As much as my health is not well today, and, would have preferred staying far away from the pen, the most recent outbursts and ranting by the perennially and inherently unrepentant brutal, barbaric an...Published: 08 Jan 2021 at 13:19hrs | 589 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
If South Africa still believes there isn't a serious crisis in Zimbabwe, then they should just look at the Beitbridge border pos
The debate on whether there is a crisis in Zimbabwe has been raging on ever since the early 2000s - and, is as old as whether targeted sanctions imposed on certain top individuals, or economic mismana...Published: 07 Jan 2021 at 08:06hrs | 532 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
South Africa now feeling the consequences of its own myopic irresponsible policies towards Zimbabwe
Each and everyone of us has a family, has friends, and lives in a community - and, there is one common thread between all these: a strong sense of peer review, as we have a responsibility towards one ...Published: 04 Jan 2021 at 18:52hrs | 689 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Will true Zimbabwe liberation heroes always be 'unknown soldiers' whilst ruling elite over-glorified for sitting pretty in Mozam
If ever there was anyone still harboring inexplicable and incomprehensible doubts regarding the grossly opportunistic, selfish, and self-conceited dark cloud hanging over Zimbabwe's ruling elite, one ...Published: 03 Jan 2021 at 09:33hrs | 902 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
How did exercising one's democratic rights in Zimbabwe suddenly mean 'engaging in public violence'?
Ever since the so-called 'new dispensation' come into power in November 2017 - via the barrel of the gun, in a military coup d'etat, that ousted long-time brutal dictator, Robert Gabriel Mugabe - the ...Published: 03 Jan 2021 at 09:19hrs | 390 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Since when have opposition parties 'cooperated' with ruling parties - the tragic opportunism of Zim politics
I seldom delve into political party politics, because of a life-long distrust and disdain for partisanship - as I regard this as the most opportunistic and self-serving system of governance, that is f...Published: 01 Jan 2021 at 09:34hrs | 1777 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
What Zanu-PF would do as an opposition – Part 1
What would the Zimbabwean government, ruling Zanu-PF party, or their perennial supporters, say of me if I were to declare: "In terms of our economy, and citizens' wellbeing, and if you go anywhere in ...Published: 31 Dec 2020 at 10:43hrs | 170 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zim govt preparedness for Chalane proves was negligent with Cyclone Idai and should be held responsible for deaths
There is a popular local adage, "Mhosva hairovi" - which, loosely translated means that no crime goes unanswerable - that I keep hearing in my mind, as I watch, with amazement, the seemingly swift res...Published: 31 Dec 2020 at 07:40hrs | 372 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime crippled by fear more than us, we're more powerful together
Zimbabweans have borne the brunt of unflattering worldwide ridicule over our perceived cowardice and fear in boldly standing up, and speaking out, for our God-given rights to a dignified and respectab...Published: 30 Dec 2020 at 17:48hrs | 1580 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Whilst the politicians scramble for power, who cares about suffering Zimbabweans?
If ever there is one major lesson I am so grateful to have learnt very early in my life, it was that, politicians, and participating in active political party politics, have absolutely nothing to do w...Published: 29 Dec 2020 at 14:35hrs | 458 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Indeed, God is with Zimbabwe, as He protects us from parasitic abusive regime
As much as I am not against the annual day of prayer for Zimbabwe (which, is being held today in Bulawayo) - as, indeed, my daily earnest and prayers are always for a better life for all Zimbabweans -...Published: 27 Dec 2020 at 09:38hrs | 545 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
If General Tongo had been alive, today's crop of looters wouldn't have been anywhere near echelons of power in Zimbabwe
As the nation commemorates the 41st anniversary of the tragic and gruesome death of arguably the most principled, brave, and strategic leaders to ever emerge from this country (together with, another ...Published: 26 Dec 2020 at 15:46hrs | 1177 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
So, did ED also 'disparage' Zimbabwe, and sound like a 'nefarious detractor'?
What would the Zimbabwe government, ruling ZANU PF party, or their perennial supporters, say of me if I were to declare, "In terms of our economy, and citizens' wellbeing, and if you go anywhere in Zi...Published: 25 Dec 2020 at 17:33hrs | 1291 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Bootlickers, praise-singers, and hero-worshippers greatest impediments to Zimbabwe's development
As someone who has always been involved in leadership, and leadership positions, from a very young age, one of the most influential persons in my life, once advised me: "a great leader surrounds him o...Published: 23 Dec 2020 at 13:23hrs | 794 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Unity Accord was meant to stop regime genocide
DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa,Your Excellency, if ever I was to be asked what I valued more than anything else on this planet, my answer would be swift and unhesitant unity, love, peace, a...Published: 23 Dec 2020 at 07:13hrs | 335 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
There wasn't any accord to unite Zimbabweans, but merely a merging of two political parties, to stop regime genocide
If ever I was to be asked what I valued more than anything else on this planet, my answer would be swift and unhesitant - unity, love, peace, and joy, which I regard more than all the silver and gold ...Published: 22 Dec 2020 at 13:18hrs | 291 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Is Zimbabwean rule of law so dead that relatives of ruling elite can order around state officials?
Recent reports about a Shantel Chikafu - who audaciously managed to defraud a seemingly reputable financial institution, CBZ Bank, of US$37,000; whilst, similarly grabbing a Shamva gold mine from one ...Published: 21 Dec 2020 at 15:05hrs | 772 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
As long as Zimbabweans accept crumbs from ruling elites' table, we will forever suffer
I am sure we have all heard those nearly hysterical screams of unbridled joy - echoing throughout our neighbourhoods - whenever electricity supply is restored, usually after a long spell of load shedd...Published: 20 Dec 2020 at 20:24hrs | 282 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Indeed, let's tell our own true African story, including the brutality we have suffered under our 'liberators'
It was with great delight and jubilation when I learnt about the establishment of an African museum, that would tell the true African story, from the perspective of Africans themselves - as that would...Published: 14 Dec 2020 at 16:51hrs | 359 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zim Christian Church shouldn't just pray for a better economy and country, but also for better leaders than what we have
I have often been so hard on the Christian community, for their apparent indifference and docility in the face of a relentless, concerted, and evil campaign of terror and injustice callously unleashed...Published: 13 Dec 2020 at 08:28hrs | 333 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabweans' own cowardice main reason for continued suffering and subjugation
As much as I pray each day for God Almighty to strengthen Zimbabweans so that we finally have the boldness, decency, and self-respect to stand up, in demanding our rights for a divinely-appointed dign...Published: 10 Dec 2020 at 09:17hrs | 1285 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Dabengwa - a true hero who, even on his sickbed, urged me to continue struggle for justice and better life for all Zimbabweans
If ever I was to be asked my definition of a hero, without any hesitation or faltering, I would sum it up in only two words - "Dumiso Dabengwa", as that name is the personification and epitome of ever...Published: 09 Dec 2020 at 16:48hrs | 1009 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Lamentations of a Zimbabwean
DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa,Here are the lamentations of a Zimbabwean.Any oppressor is given the power to oppress by the oppressed. That is what we refuse to acknowledge as Zimba...Published: 02 Dec 2020 at 06:22hrs | 525 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe sanctions mantra divides public opinion
FOR me, the issue of targeted sanctions imposed by the US and her Western allies goes beyond mere allegations, unsubstantiated claims, and circumstantial evidence.This, however, has been the m...Published: 16 Oct 2020 at 07:01hrs | 557 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabweans divided over effects of targeted sanctions, as govt can't prove they're responsible for economic crisis
For me, the issue of targeted sanctions imposed by the US and her Western allies goes beyond mere allegations, unsubstantiated claims, and circumstantial evidence - which has been the hallmark of the ...Published: 15 Oct 2020 at 11:40hrs | 1752 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Teachers not holding anyone at ransom, but merely demanding the US$475 Zimbabwe govt stealing from each employee
Are we truly living in the same country with those who claim to be our leaders, or do they exist in a parallel universe, that renders them detached from the realities of what is transpiring in the lan...Published: 08 Oct 2020 at 21:56hrs | 2246 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
If ZANU PF were the opposition, wouldn't they see a crisis in Zimbabwe?
My most trusted dictionary defines 'crisis' as, "An unstable situation, in political, social, economic, or military affairs".Over the past three months, Zimbabwe - as well as regional and glob...Published: 07 Oct 2020 at 10:16hrs | 1759 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Having endured bullying and sexual abuse in my childhood, Zimbabweans shouldn't tolerate any more bullying and brutality by regi
This is arguably the most traumatic, painful, and difficult article that I have ever penned in my entire 31 years of social justice activism through media writings - having embarked on this long and t...Published: 05 Oct 2020 at 13:40hrs | 1470 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
It's not an offence to advocate for regime change
EAR Mr President,A few hours ago, I was just going through articles that I wrote over the past years having embarked on this very long, torrid and perilous journey in 1989 when I started contr...Published: 26 Aug 2020 at 07:12hrs | 781 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Civil society not the ones massacred during Gukurahundi - Zimbabwe regime insincerity an insult to genocide victims
What would be your reaction if I were to tell you that the British government was engaging various Zimbabwe civil society organizations - let us say, the Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition (CiZC), or Zimbab...Published: 23 Aug 2020 at 08:48hrs | 767 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime should stop victimizing innocent activists for ZANU PF's own 'illegal regime change' tendencies
A few hours ago, I was just going through articles that I had written over the past years - having embarked on this very long, torrid, and perilous journey in 1989, in Form Three, when I started contr...Published: 22 Aug 2020 at 20:14hrs | 834 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe church leaders, hiding behind Bible, to defend regime brutality and corruption have sold souls to devil
I have always asserted that the Holy Bible is the most perverted book in the history of mankind, as it has found itself at the mercy of all manner of scandalous individuals - from abusive husbands, an...Published: 21 Aug 2020 at 09:19hrs | 1818 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Why should Zimbabweans not open ZANU PF inflicted wounds, but freely open Rhodesian caused wounds?
As much as the highly emotive Gukurahundi genocide has never ceased to be one of the most central issues to grip Zimbabwe for the past four decades - being indisputably the darkest blot on this countr...Published: 20 Aug 2020 at 18:58hrs | 2059 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Can the Zimbabwe regime please tell the world what's so 'nefarious' about standing up against repression, brutality and corrupti
Having already written an article this morning, and spent the day submerged in other activities, the only thing I was looking forward to this evening was well-earned rest and relaxation - but, hearing...Published: 20 Aug 2020 at 08:15hrs | 1629 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime can't change global perception because people aren't fools, and can see through its shameful lies!
Those who know me personally and intimately, have always regarded me as someone who is easy to convince of something - as I am fairly open-minded, and not blinkered and prejudiced - but, there has alw...Published: 19 Aug 2020 at 14:04hrs | 2692 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
There is no peace in Zimbabwe, but an intense crisis of paralyzing fear of a ruthless uncaring regime
It never ceases to thoroughly perplex me, if not downright shocking, whenever those in the Zimbabwe ruling elite engage in their usual self-congratulatory delusions of how they have managed to maintai...Published: 18 Aug 2020 at 19:28hrs | 738 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Dear SADC, if you genuinely love your ZANU PF comrades, please advise them that evil never ends well!
If there is one single conspicuous thing that seriously worries me about SADC (Southern Africa Development Community), more than anything else - it is the apparently fake, insincere, and totally stage...Published: 18 Aug 2020 at 11:54hrs | 1809 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe needs to stop justifying repression
ON August 14, 2020,Southern Africa Development Community's organ on politics, defence and security co-operation's virtual meeting was an eyeopener, and had one major takeaway for the people of Zimbabw...Published: 17 Aug 2020 at 21:35hrs | 186 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
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