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Munyaradzi Gwisai: The Zimbabwean Socialist

HARARE, ZIMBABWE – Born in Gweru in 1968, Gwisai's political awakening began at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ), where he studied law and immersed himself in socialist ideals, eventually becoming General Secretary of the Students Representative Council. This foundation cemented his path as a committed Trotskyist, leading him to his current role as the General …

Anti-2030 Protests: Is The Opposition Jumping The Gun On A Zanu-Pf Internal Debate?

HARARE— As talk mounts regarding a proposed mass demonstration on November 17, 2025, organized by opposition figures to declare a definitive "No to 2030," observers are questioning the timing, purpose, and even the democratic principles of the conveners. The target of the protest—the alleged plan to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term beyond the constitutional 2028 limit to …

Selous Scouts Tactics Used Against Kuda Tagwirei In PR Warfare?

HARARE— In the twilight years of Rhodesia, the Selous Scouts—a clandestine counter-insurgency unit—launched a devastating public relations war against liberation fighters. This campaign, sometimes encapsulated in propaganda like the notorious "Anatomy of Terror," was designed not just to defeat freedom fighters on the ground, but to discredit them in the court of public opinion, poisoning their image and cutting …

Is Garwe’s Offer Of Forgiveness A Political Trap Or A Confession?

HARARE— The political sphere in Zimbabwe is reeling from a statement attributed to Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Daniel Garwe, who is reportedly seeking to extend "forgiveness" to Blessed Runesu Geza (known as Comrade Bombshell), the war veteran who led a ferocious, public, and treasonous campaign against President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the First Family earlier this year. Geza’s campaign, …

Hopewell Chin’ono: Journalist Or Criminal?

HARARE— The name Hopewell Rugoho Chin’ono has long been synonymous with investigative journalism and the fight against corruption in Zimbabwe. Yet, a shadow of allegations, stretching beyond political persecution, now threatens to recast him not as a heroic truth-seeker, but as a criminal figure who ruthlessly exploited the press badge for personal gain. The current torrent …

What Zimbabwe Can Learn from Amai Auxilia Mnangagwa’s Approach to Raising Sons

Zimbabwe faces an undeniable challenge in shaping its next generation of young men—boys who must grow into hardworking, principled, and community-minded citizens capable of navigating a complex global economy. When seeking models of successful parenting, we often look to those who manage to instill fundamental values despite holding positions of high visibility. The upbringing of Emmerson …