Columnist / Tondorindo murisa
Go well Uncle Kingdom Mupfumisi
Our impromptu meeting at a ZANLA base near Nyaupfu River was quite scary, full of intrigue and surprises. Nyaupfu River meanders eastwards near Mupuyo Hill in Chiweshe, Mash. Central. Though y...Published: 03 Sep 2019 at 19:20hrs | | by Thomas Tondorindo Murisa
Give your lungs a break, breathe fresh air in Mashonaland Central
There is a noticeable decline and visible depreciation of infrastructure at some business centres in Chiweshe, Mash. Central Province. Despite kombis plying the Glendale to Chaona making the route a h...Published: 26 Aug 2019 at 20:28hrs | | by Thomas Tondorindo Murisa
He taught us to listen, not simply hear
Murisa Village in Chiweshe, Mash. Central was plunged into great mourning after the passing on of Morris Murisa, a grandfather, father, bee farmer, unifier and fountain of wisdom. He was 'literally a ...Published: 25 Aug 2019 at 22:33hrs | | by Thomas Tondorindo Murisa
Our 'scoop' obsessed jurnos, first things first
A middle-aged woman lay still, probably injured or fainted as a result of mayhem in Harare CBD. Common sense from common people would mean springing into action to render assistance to the motionless ...Published: 20 Aug 2019 at 21:01hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo Murisa.
Mupuyo Mountain seemingly appealing to the Most High for development funds
Some who is who of this nation we call home were 'initiated' into schooling at Chinehasha Primary School in Chiweshe, Mash central. Situated a stone's throw from the magnificent Ruya Dam and w...Published: 13 Aug 2019 at 20:37hrs | | by Thomas Tondorindo Murisa
In whose interest are demos
In these trying and difficult times characterized with stratospheric prices of goods and services, the least thing the laity needs are demos. Such actions will exacerbate our already dire situation. ...Published: 09 Nov 2018 at 18:22hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa.
NSSA pensioners are suffering
The prevailing price distortions in the country has thrown NSSA pensioners in the deep end. The paltry monthly pay outs has left most if not all hardly able to buy food and medications for ailments th...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 07:33hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo Murisa
Let's make Zimbabwe great again
The baritone sound of protest from the opposition legislators is ill-advised and not in the best interest of anyone, let alone our country. Orchestra or solo, what are they trying to achieve and to wh...Published: 22 Sep 2018 at 10:47hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
The day every Zimbabwean became a lawyer
Winners are takers, how can losers determine the pace of the game. If indeed the spaghetti boy on a bullet train is not the Emperor today, how can he lay claim to the crown? One has to be in i...Published: 05 Sep 2018 at 20:29hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
A little alcohol may be good for you
Drinking and drunkard are two similar words that are not identical neither do they mean the same. Churches and the clergy give varying explanations on whether worshippers should be allowed to drink al...Published: 13 Aug 2018 at 07:56hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo Murisa.
How come women live longer than men?
It boggles the mind, yes it does. Does anyone out there know why we have more widows when compared to widowers in the land? It be in towns or in rural dress the difference is the same, most ho...Published: 29 Jul 2018 at 10:32hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa.
Empower the girl child through education
Some of our traditions and customs have left the girl child in catch-22 situations. It has long been viewed as correct and acceptable for a married man to flirt around with his wife's young sister. ...Published: 30 Jun 2018 at 20:32hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
My Africa in Russia
What is wrong with Africa, Nigeria sent a 'High School Soccer Team' to represent the most populous African country at the football bonanza in Russia. Their display and effort was far off the mark from...Published: 18 Jun 2018 at 15:38hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo Murisa
Champion Mugweni for Mazowe North
The Zanu-PF 'MP Designate' for Mazowe North in Mashonaland Central, Campion Mugweni stands for development and progress. The young and vibrant comrade exudes confidence and visible hope for our consti...Published: 14 Jun 2018 at 12:30hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Bullet train for Murambinda
Multiparty politics is very 'healthy' for democracy to thrive. The electorate is spoilt for choice especially where the 'menu on offer' sounds like its from the same stable. The forthcoming ha...Published: 30 May 2018 at 19:38hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo Murisa.
The mystery of the Pay-For-Your-House scheme
One would ask, what happened to the Pay-For-Your-House scheme funds? The noble scheme came to a saddening and unexplained stop after only a few blocks of flats and houses had been completed. Many of t...Published: 22 May 2018 at 15:01hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Give the Zimbabwe economy a chance
Campaign time is upon us, its that time when 'many wheels squeak for more grease'. Almost all workers are demanding pay rise with civil servants being the loudest. Indeed our classroom practit...Published: 17 May 2018 at 18:33hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Our Father who art in Heaven
The Catholic Church celibacy has failed us, has failed the church and the world. The sexual scandals rocking the Catholic clergy has dragged the church into disrepute and unholiness. Men have ...Published: 15 May 2018 at 17:14hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Who needs bullet trains when our roads are decorated with potholes?
The forthcoming elections have become very 'revealing' in the calibre of those gunning for the highest office in the land. Even my school dropout uncle in the village might as well have thrown his hat...Published: 14 May 2018 at 17:43hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Who shall take care of senior citizens?
Numerous calls have been made and are still being made, calls to empower the youth and women. Noone is talking about the welfare of senior citizens. In rural Zimbabwe, cities and towns, many o...Published: 14 May 2018 at 17:41hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
No to corruption
To dine and wine with royalty in Dubai or elsewhere one must have a measure of nobility, royalty or deep pockets. Such status acquired either through hardworking, earned through scholarly excellence o...Published: 11 Apr 2018 at 19:39hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa. Chinehasha.
No to false prophets
They are sprouting and emerging everywhere and your guess is right, I mean the modern prophets. Unmistakable in designer suits and other eye-catching bright coloured attire, the later day men of God a...Published: 05 Apr 2018 at 07:02hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Stop politics of hate
The loud and eloquent silence from the Croc in the face of provocation from the self-exiled trio radiates maturity and great leadership. The motor-mouth nutty professor, the sobbing nephew and the sta...Published: 05 Apr 2018 at 06:57hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Grovelling for sanctions then canvassing for votes from suffering masses
Grovelling for sanctions from the USA then coming canvassing for votes from the suffering masses, what rank madness? ...Published: 31 Mar 2018 at 22:18hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Armchair representation is unproductive
Those MPs who are always on 'mute' during parliamentary debates do not deserve our votes, we want active representation in that august house.&nb...Published: 31 Mar 2018 at 21:36hrs | 2 | by Tondorindo Murisa
Some wish pigs were black
Negative forces are called forces of the dark world and Africa is known as the dark continent. A road spot where vehicular accidents are common is a black spot, its not funny neither is it a lie. In a...Published: 29 Mar 2018 at 11:12hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Give Zimbabwe and HE ED a chance
All pointers, so it seems, show a USA fighting to increase ranks of the poor. An America that sadistically wishes to see people of my colour dressed like scarecrows, by the way I am black like...Published: 27 Mar 2018 at 08:27hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Jezebel and the ivory attraction
Jezebel and the ivory attraction, what insatiable desire for more and more. To call it avarice may not give a clear picture, maybe a combo of kleptomania and avarice. Indeed the African elepha...Published: 27 Mar 2018 at 08:26hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
Give us our flats.
The government Pay-For-Your-House Scheme of the crest-fallen Ignatius Chombo era remains a pending and burning issue. Many people joined the scheme with high hopes of owning a Flat or house and starte...Published: 24 Mar 2018 at 17:50hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa Chinehasha
Give Zimbabwe a break
The confluence of political influence in affluent Borrowdale. The crest-fallen Emperor trying to pull a Houdini, now you see him now you don't. Talk of the mythical nine lives of a cat, how ab...Published: 13 Mar 2018 at 20:32hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
We need quality service delivery
The Harare City Council wage bill is said to be too high and unsustainable. However, there seem to be no visible action being taken to bring the bill down. What we hear and see are court cases...Published: 13 Feb 2018 at 19:23hrs | | by Tondorindo Murisa
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