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Editor's Memo: Brand Zimbabwe: Implement key reforms
THE government this week launched the Brand Zimbabwe campaign, designed to enhance the country’s domestic and international appeal to investors and tourists.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 9, 2022
Editor’s Memo: Arrest ‘blacklisted’ govt suppliers
To plug rent-seeking behaviour, the government has withheld payments for a third of the providers accused of overcharging.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 23, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis: Food inflation soars in Zim
The price of bread in Zimbabwe has soared to more than US$1 a loaf since Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February. This price is beyond the general public’s reach.
By Faith Zaba
Nov. 29, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis: Food inflation soars in Zim.
The global lender said Zimbabwe’s aggregate food inflation stood at 321% during the period, a notable leap ahead of second placed Lebanon, whose rate was estimated at 208%.
By Faith Zaba
Nov. 29, 2022
Zim caught up in Russia-Ukraine war
It is a phenomenon being experienced across the Southern African region.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 2, 2022
Give Zim a relief — for once
FINANCE and Economic Development minister Mthuli Ncube last week presented a national budget, which many say is anti-poor.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 2, 2022
Editor’s Memo: Gender inequality: Time to shatter status quo
In Africa, 70% of women are excluded financially. The continent has a US$42 billion financing gap between men and women.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 9, 2022
Editor’s Memo: A generation robbed of Xmas bliss
Retails shops were full with all assortments of merchandise — they did not have to travel long trips to South Africa for shopping.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 16, 2022
Editors Memo: Merry Christmas and a big thank you!
There were many of them, but the last 12 months were also characterised with accomplishments.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 23, 2022
Editor's Memo:Zim cannot afford another disputed election
Political leaders need to refrain from violence and hate messages.
By Faith Zaba
Jan. 6, 2023
Disasters: Govt needs to be proactive
Both Mozambique and Madagascar put in place preparatory measures before the cyclone hit. In Madagascar, more than 7 000 people were moved to shelters and schools were closed.
By Faith Zaba
Feb. 24, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Zim, US must come to the table
The penalties have also led to the loss of correspondent banking relationships with over 80 foreign banks.
By Faith Zaba
Mar. 3, 2023
We must not allow bullies to gag us
Attention was also paid on the online harassment that many women face.
By Faith Zaba
Mar. 10, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Political tolerance keystone to democracy
Decades of political polarisation in Zimbabwe have become a cancer that is fast tearing apart rural and urban communities.
By Faith Zaba
Mar. 17, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Violence is primitive, stop it!
Yet, violence has overarching repercussions. It damages the image of the country. The “Brand Zimbabwe” and other initiatives will come to nought if violence is not tamed.
By Faith Zaba
Mar. 24, 2023
Editor’s Memo: We need to foster unity, peace
The post-election period is also critical. I want to conclude by quoting Mugabe’s acceptance speech on April 18 1980; never mind he did not stand by it.
By Faith Zaba
Apr. 21, 2023
Editors memo: State must nurture Press freedom
That’s why we are the fourth estate after the legislature, judiciary and executive arms of the state.
By Faith Zaba
Apr. 28, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Realistic job creation plan needed
Without labour, nothing prospers, as Sophocles, the ancient Greek tragedian, rightly said.
By Faith Zaba
May. 5, 2023
Editor’s Memo: ‘Implement key reforms’
The government cannot afford to miss this opportunity to show the world that it is committed to implementing the necessary reforms that ensure that the polls are free and fair.
By Faith Zaba
May. 12, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Priced to death! Medical care skyrockets
Prices of medical drugs and health care continue to increase at an astronomical rate. This has pushed basic medical care beyond the reach of most ordinary Zimbabweans.
By Faith Zaba
May. 26, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Move away from populism
Zimbabweans are anxiously waiting for the launch of the parties’ manifestos.
By Faith Zaba
Jun. 23, 2023
Editor’s Memo: High taxes throw workers into penury
Worsening an already precarious economic situation is the rapid depreciation of the Zimdollar.
By Faith Zaba
Jun. 30, 2023
Editor’s Memo: What is your health plan, politicians?
In recent years, the astronomical cost of health care has reached unprecedented levels. This has left many people and their families in despair.
By Faith Zaba
Jul. 7, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Political parties taking Zim for granted
President Emmerson Mnangagwa was sworn in for his current term on August 26 2018, so parliament’s term will end five years later, on August 26 2023.
By Faith Zaba
Aug. 11, 2023
Editor's Memo: A plea for responsible electoral conduct
Scars from the aftermath of the 2018 elections serve as a stark reminder of the consequences of unchecked violence and unrest.
By Faith Zaba
Aug. 18, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Recording-breaking voting mess
The widespread delays ignited frustration among voters.
By Faith Zaba
Aug. 25, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Put national interest first
CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Siziba told a news conference that the electoral process was flawed. His party wants new polls.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 1, 2023
Editor’s Memo: What legacy will Mnangagwa leave?
This is a critical moment in Zimbabwe’s contemporary political and governance era.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 8, 2023
Editor’s Memo: Bloated cabinet must deliver
Public service reforms are essential for efficient governance and he must also introduce social safety net programmes to protect vulnerable groups.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 15, 2023
Editor’s Memo: What about dialogue to end sanctions?
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his address on Tuesday in the United States, said sanctions against Zimbabwe were hurting ordinary people.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 22, 2023
