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Jabulani Sibanda slams tribalism as 'nation-killer'

ZANU-PF Bulawayo Provincial Chairperson Jabulani Sibanda delivered a powerful rebuke of tribalism on Wednesday, warning that the persistent scourge is tearing Zimbabwe apart and undermining national development.Speaking at the 2nd Edition …

Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 14:20hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ndebeles will never be good enough for the rabid tribalists

Being born into a Ndebele, Kalanga or Sotho family in Zimbabwe can be a bewildering, challenging and frustrating affair. If you were born in Bulilima, Matabeleland South, like Joshua Mqabuko Nyongolo Nkomo was, in 1917, you could never bec…

Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 08:15hrs | | by Tafiranyika @tafimhaka

Tribalistic ZBC presenters humiliate Mnangagwa

A divided house cannot stand so is a divided country. Since time immemorial, anti-Matabele Shona supremacists have been popping up everywhere in Zimbabwe to express their tribal hatred for Matabeles. The latest advocates of tribal hate hav…

Published: 12 Jan 2024 at 22:53hrs | 17 | by Israel Dube

'Let bygones be bygones'

OPPOSITION Zimbabwe Coalition for Peace and Development leader Trust Chikohora has called on political leaders to bury their differences to uplift the lives of suffering citizens.In an interview with Southern Eye this week, Chikohora said …

Published: 04 Jan 2024 at 06:02hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

We are in this together: A Response to Israel Dube's article

As a proud African, it pains me to read Israel Dube's article on Bulawayo24 promoting racism and tribalism. It is unfortunate that such divisive language is being used in our country, especially at a time when we are facing so many challen…

Published: 07 Jun 2023 at 13:53hrs | | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

'Drug dealers hiding behind shonalism'

ALLEGED drug dealers in Maphisa, Matabeleland South province, are reportedly hiding behind tribalism saying they are being targeted because they are not locals.Most of the suspected drug kingpins in the area are reportedly outsiders.Reside…

Published: 10 Feb 2023 at 05:41hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says no to tribalism, regionalism

Government will intensify direct support to farmers through various programmes during the 2022/2023 summer cropping season to stimulate enhanced grain production and guarantee national food self-sufficiency, President Mnangagwa has said.In…

Published: 11 Sep 2022 at 10:12hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Tribalism and politics in Zimbabwe

Tribalism regularly comes into play in Zimbabwe. sometimes it is in terms of political rivalry and competition. at other times it is based on a friendly joking relationship between different tribes.an example was the 1970s internal crisis …

Published: 14 May 2021 at 07:00hrs | 1 | by Fay Chung

Tribalism is unwelcome and unconstitutional in the new Zimbabwe dispensation

A news article appeared recently in a local media publication that said that the Minister of Justice Ziyambi accused an MDC-T  Senator Khaliphani Phugeni of being a tribalist who apparently had expressed his impatience with the Presid…

Published: 01 May 2021 at 09:11hrs | | by Mzilikazi Zwane

Embassy tribalism exposed!

The uncivil dance of tribalism is arguably the most wobbly and unentertaining spectacle at our embassies. This primitive practice of ethnicity is a debilitating epidemic currently eating into the intestines and lungs of the social fabric o…

Published: 21 Apr 2021 at 07:08hrs | 5 | by Nhlanhla Moses

Zimbabweans arise and claim your destiny

The turn of events since the lockdown started in Zimbabwe has exposed the pain and suffering that the Zanu PF party and government has and continues to inflict on the Zimbabweans. The lies, greed, corruption and sudden u-turn on the land i…

Published: 06 Sep 2020 at 07:44hrs | 2 | by Mzilikazi Zwane

Mwonzora in tribalism, violence storm

MDC-T secretary general Douglas Mwonzora has been accused of fanning tribalism and violence by a senior party official and structures, as fights for control of the opposition outfit persist.In a leaked 14-minute audio conversation linked t…

Published: 05 Sep 2020 at 09:29hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

Christianity knows no regionalism and no tribalism

We have those of great Faith, Christians at heart, deeds and way of speaking. Not a single word of rebuke, insult or hate comes from their tongues and their dressing bears testimony of the few elect. Then we have those Christians whose way…

Published: 26 May 2019 at 18:32hrs | | by Thomas Murisa.

Tribalism is when E.D funds Mugabe and persecutes Mphoko and Moyo

Being a Karanga myself, I can see that President Mnangagwa has a problem with shaking off the demons of tribalism in the manner that he is destroying Mphoko and Jonathan Moyo, while sponsoring Mugabe luxuries.Sometimes I possess a belief t…

Published: 08 Dec 2018 at 14:32hrs | 2 | by Ryton Dzimiri

Dangers of Ndebele and Shona radicalism and extremism in Zimbabwe

After reading my article published by Bulawayo24.com published on the 15th of October 2018 titled "Lobengula was King of both Matebeleland and Mashonaland" a Mr Ndlovu a Zimbabwean living in SA gave me a phone call. What I learnt from Ndlo…

Published: 17 Oct 2018 at 10:34hrs | | by Etiwel Mutero

The birth of tribal domination in Zimbabwean politics

On 8 November 1978, at the age of 61 years Chief Khayisa Ndiweni, formed the United National Federal Party (UNFP), as a break away from the Zimbabwe United Peoples Organization (ZUPO), a political party formed by the Joint Council of Chief…

Published: 03 Jul 2018 at 13:05hrs | | by Taurai Njabulo Chirandu Njekete

Shona speaking in Matebeleland - Chamisa blasts Mnangagwa â€˜tribal politicsâ€™

MDC Alliance presidential candidate, Nelson Chamisa has pledged to reverse successive Zanu PF governments' toxic politics centred on tribalism and "jobs for the boys" policy. Addressing a campaign rally in Victoria Falls yesterday, Chamisa…

Published: 18 Jun 2018 at 07:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

I have lost faith in ZEC

Editor, As a proud Ndebele speaker who without apology associates with fellow Nguni speakers (Swati, Xhosa, Zulu,Ndebele) to form the largest group in Southern Africa, I have lost faith in ZEC's ability to run a decent election. A statutor…

Published: 22 May 2018 at 20:10hrs | | by S Dube

Zimbabwe tribalism is so prevalent and so thick that you can even touch it

Ladies and gentlemen my fellow countrymen we thank the Lord God Almighty for the daily care he renders to us 'free'. For it is definitely not the cunningness in us that is keeping us alive but Him.We are a black nation blessed with everyth…

Published: 22 Mar 2018 at 14:23hrs | | by Clement Moyo

'Tribalism in Zimbabwe so prevalent, so thick that you can even touch it'

Ladies and gentlemen my fellow countrymen we thank the Lord God Almighty for the daily care he renders to us  'free'. For it is definitely not the cuningness in us that is keeping us alive but Him. We are a black nation blessed with e…

Published: 21 Mar 2018 at 14:15hrs | | by Clement Moyo

Mugabe's Zezuru tribalism

THE irresponsible ethnic characterization of the political battles ahead of the next general election should be rejected by all right-thinking Zimbabweans. The idea that Robert Mugabe's NPF will get a sympathy vote from the Mashonaland pro…

Published: 09 Mar 2018 at 09:44hrs | | by Hopewell Chin'ono

MDC-T succession war, violence and tribalism

THE death of MDC founding leader Morgan Tsvangirai - a hero of the new struggle for democracy - triggered a succession war in the main opposition MDC-T party (one wonders why the party should maintain the name MDC-T when Tsvangirai is now …

Published: 23 Feb 2018 at 11:25hrs | | by MUCKRAKER Twitter: @MuckrakerZim

Tsvangirai was a violent tribalist not Democrat or hero

If cowardice, dictatorship, tribalism and dying in office without choosing a successor are acts of democracy and heroism then Tsvangirai can be a hero.This is the man who won elections in 2008 but instead of claiming power given to him by …

Published: 20 Feb 2018 at 21:18hrs | | by Wilson Mahlafuna Sibanda & Khohliso Maqhoba

It's those Zanu-elite-leaders and not majority Shonas

Mr Kernan Mzelikahle: hate speeches has become the culture of Zimbabwe since the inception of Zimbabwe as a nation in as much as violent culture is identity of the nation, hate speech is now Zimbabwe culture so to speak. President Joshua N…

Published: 05 Jan 2018 at 22:04hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

Zimparks in tribalism and nepotism storm

Mthwakazi Republic Party has said it is concerned and disappointed by the Zimbabwe National Parks and wildlife Authority's conduct in regard to their employment policy. Mthwakazi Republic Party said it is reliable informed that just l…

Published: 30 Oct 2017 at 06:09hrs | | by Stephen Jakes

Reflections on tribalism in Zimbabwe

OVER a 1000 years ago three of my distant relatives who were tribal leaders on the Scottish Border with England, were taken prisoner by English troops and hanged for treason. Their crime? Supporting Robert, the Bruce in his struggle with E…

Published: 01 Oct 2017 at 12:04hrs | | by Eddie Cross is MDC MP for Bulawayo South

PDP feud has nothing to do with tribalism - Mkhwananzi

People's Democratic Party deputy secretary general George M Mkhwanazi has said the feud in his party has nothing to do with tribalism but only that leaders are disagreeing on issues.He said it's amazing how people you had supposed to be po…

Published: 28 Sep 2017 at 07:47hrs | | by Stephen Jakes

Tribalism undercurrents bubbling under the surface

IF there is anything terribly ominous and disturbing about President Robert Mugabe's current succession power struggle tearing Zanu-PF asunder, it is not just the involvement of the military, but also tribalism undercurrents bubbling under…

Published: 11 Aug 2017 at 10:08hrs | | by Dumisani Muleya

I shed Tears on KFC Zimbabwe story

Today I shed tears when I looked at those innocent faces of the unemployed youth being chased from KFC. So desperate. So hopeless. So helpless. The fake social media advert made them walk that long distance from town and even from township…

Published: 07 Aug 2017 at 13:32hrs | 3 | by N. Sibanda

Growing tribal tensions fueled by Zanu-pf succession battles will lead to the disintegration of Zimbabwe

Tribal sparks have been flying ever since other Shona tribes especially the Karanga have awaken to the glaring fact that Zimbabwe is a state captured by the Zezuru and Korekore. This discovery has caused tribal splits, fractures or faction…

Published: 23 Feb 2017 at 07:44hrs | | by Israel Dube, MLO Secretary for Information and Public Affairs

Mthwakazi demonstrate against birthday celebrations of evil Gugurahundist Mugabe

Dear Mthwakazi in Mathebeleland-South: demonstrate against birthday celebrations of evil Gugurahundist: Robert Mugabe There is a call by the Mthwakazi organisations to boycott the birthday celebrations of the Gugurahundist Robert Mugabe. Y…

Published: 29 Jan 2017 at 15:14hrs | 3 | by Nomazulu Thata

Shonas, Ndebeles brutalising each other over mining claims in Matabeleland

Nyathi community in Matabeleland North is on fire as Shona and Ndebele speaking people are brutalising each other over the occupation of mining spaces in the area.If reports are correct that the Shona people coming from outside the area ha…

Published: 18 Jan 2017 at 06:12hrs | | by Bekezela Maduma Fuzwayo

A Poem on tribalism

Tribalism Listen up you who have ears!Give it up before you are in tears.Heed the warning and warm your heart, Tribalism formants hatred of one by another.Hatred is cancerous.Hatred is dangerous.After all we all belong to tribes therefore …

Published: 28 Sep 2016 at 11:13hrs | | by Sipho Phani Sibanda

Bosso's reaction to Placardgate duplicitous, unacceptable, irresponsible

On Friday Zimeye.com published further reactions from Bosso CEO, Ndumiso Gumede , this, after comments Gumede had allegedly given The Herald on Thursday following The Herald's first edition of the â€˜story' they had earlier run on, on Tues…

Published: 18 Sep 2016 at 14:50hrs | 2 | by Xoxani Ngxoxo

Tshinga Dube fumes: Don't fan imaginary tribalism

I HAVE always been a football fanatic.The supporters of soccer teams are the same the world over.That is why even in very old and developed countries, we sometimes experience the bitter fracas between rival supporters.We can name some inci…

Published: 16 Sep 2016 at 09:09hrs | | by Hon. Col (Rtd) T.J. Dube, MP

The Herald and dangerous mobcraft of tribalism

If you had not seen it, here it is, The Herald's 'scoop' about uMthwakazi!: "NO PLACE FOR THIS IN OUR FOOTBALL â€¦ Shameless tribalist spoils Bosso party!" The formatting of the title 'story' is  exactly as per the online version of t…

Published: 13 Sep 2016 at 16:24hrs | 1 | by Xoxani Ngxoxo

Now this is sickening and disgusting - 'No to Tribalism in football'

I tried hard to ignore this but something tells me we can't ignore this.This is part of what was happening on Sunday at Emagumeni Barboufields Stadium during a League match between Highlanders and Dynamos.Surely there is no place for this …

Published: 13 Sep 2016 at 13:17hrs | 6 | by Ramsley Knight

Tribalism, marginalisation and factionalism is history with a united opposition

A genuine and united pact of opposition parties that extends to all opposition political parties in Zimbabwe has the propensity for democratic reforms and good governance. The national common knowledge is that Matabeleland is the only prov…

Published: 19 Aug 2016 at 19:27hrs | | by Themba Mthethwa

Open letter to Trevor Ncube AMH boss

Mr Ncube we read in the press that your company protested against tribalism at BAZ which is why you believe its the reason why you were not awarded a radio licence even if you think you had everything that qualifies you to have it. You rig…

Published: 09 Aug 2016 at 07:59hrs | | by Mbonisi Gumbo MRP

Ndebele, Shona tensions reach boiling point

Tribal tensions between Zimbabwe's two main ethnic groups,the Shona and the Ndebele have reached the boiling point.The country's leaders have turned a blind eye to the time bomb waiting to explode anytime.The leaders keep deceiving the wor…

Published: 01 Aug 2016 at 09:54hrs | 78 | by Thabo Kunene

Zimbabwe is a Zezuru/Korekore paradise

"Anyone who dreams of partitioning this country along tribal lines or whatever means is possessed by Legion." (Biblical man possessed by many demons) These words came out of the foul mouthed and arrogant Vice President of Zimbabwe, Em…

Published: 02 Mar 2016 at 06:58hrs | 3 | by Israel Dube - MLO Secretary For Information and Public Affairs.

For Zimbabwe to survive, the Zezuru supremacism must die

Almost a fortnight has lapsed since the first lady and members of her G-40 were embroiled in a tribal storm where they seemed to suggest that a Karanga can never be a president. While their utterances can be viewed as political banter as o…

Published: 29 Feb 2016 at 06:53hrs | | by Musavengana Hove

Tribalism is trivialism

TWO Government ministers are pushing the Zim-Asset programme in their own very special way. If it had nobility then it would have been called lady-like. But then the whole saga is pregnant with ignobility. It's just a mess.There are accusa…

Published: 04 Aug 2015 at 12:37hrs | | by Nick Mangwana

When masters of tribalism taste their own medicine

Zimbabweans from Matabeleland region have been working and living in South Africa for many decades dating back to the colonial era. But we never heard of any immigrants who were attacked or killed by the locals because they were foreigners…

Published: 04 May 2015 at 11:59hrs | 1 | by Thabo Kunene

Let's do away with tribalism

EDITOR,I came across an article in some private website entitled "Block Shona products from entering Bulawayo". The story was based on the words by one Zenzo Nyoni, chairperson and leader of Bulawayo Youth Unemployment Agenda.His reasoning…

Published: 31 Mar 2015 at 08:26hrs | 1 | by Nqobile

Tribalism the cancer killing Zimbabwe

The single and most important asset ZAPU offers to the people of Zimbabwe is the unity of its citizens. The very unity which was severely dismembered by Zanu-PF. The two tribal groupings of the largely Sindebele-speaking and ChiShona-speak…

Published: 21 Jan 2015 at 08:16hrs | 2 | by Bokane Mlindelwa Vundla

Tribalism, the elephant in Zimbabwe's room

Recently fast food outlet Chicken Slice and drinks maker Coca Cola faced a barrage of criticism in Zimbabwe after they spelt Ndebele names wrongly in their media campaigns.Many feel the response was unwarranted and critics were being petty…

Published: 13 Jan 2015 at 09:37hrs | | by NqabaM

Overcoming the tide of tribalism

The former ANC President, Comrade OR, once said that the demon of racism has to be uprooted in its totality because it brutalizes entire peoples, destroy persons, warps the process of thought and injects into humanity, a foul air of tensio…

Published: 24 Dec 2013 at 05:25hrs | | by Dingilizwe Mpondo

Say no to racism and tribalism

I would have you understand, that I not only love my race, but am pleased with my skin colour; and while many blacks may feel degraded by being called blacks, and wish to be classed among other races more favoured, I shall feel it my duty,…

Published: 13 Nov 2013 at 14:10hrs | 1 | by Kuyakunesu Mawira

Appointments at Harare Poly are based on tribal lines

In response to an article in the Standard newspaper dated 28 April 2013 titled 'Time To Rid This Community of Corruption.' The writer went on to reveal the situation especially in government departments where appointments for key posts are…

Published: 22 Jul 2013 at 11:16hrs | 2 | by Woried Lecturer, Annon Chikwama

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