PERSONAL VIEW ON ZIMBABWE

I am of the view that Zimbabwe will see a revamp and surge on its economy thereby raising its profile arround the globe. Its position in world economy will shift and many people will rally to search for its secrets.

 

Zimbabwe's development does not lie in how good or bad its politicians are, but on its strategic position as granted by God. The confusion and confiscation of rights on some individuals is just a platform for further development.

 

Zimbabwe will continue for a while to be frustrated and humiliated but will remain resilliant and its persecutors will be amazed by how it arises from the ashes of rejection.

 

Every Zimbabwean who is facing any form of persecution despite the kind of perpetrator, is sharing in the laying down of the foundation of growth and grace towards a brighter future for its generations.

 

I still believe that many of my country men are being taken advantage and atimes by their fellow citizens but this should not be reason to give up or surrender. It is not time to lose sight of the future glory destined for the courageous.

 

To the perpetrators of indecent, emotional, economical, spiritual and social assault, be advised that it is about time to reconsider your ways. Your time is almost running out and prepare for your down fall.

 

Zimbabwe will not be trodden for ever and it will not be humilliated for long. It is my view that everybody who is for Zimbabwe, and not individuals, will surely see the end for good and not for bad.

 

As mentioned above the rise of Zimbabwe is not in the politicians because it has been proven that politicians have learned from the same text book called "experience". This political approach is common across the globe and no political body is immune to the practice of fighting to win despite who bleeds.

 

Zimbabwe should continue to be optimistic about its future. Elections or no elections; be optimistic. Let politicians do politics however way they know best but let every resident remain resillient to the building of the nation.

 

Watch the space.

THE WORLD IS CHANGING

As time goes by all things are changing in every aspect. The world's economy, politics, social interaction, family dynamics, personal experiences are significantly changing but is it for the better or for worse? I think the most driver of all this change is technological development which has mad the world to become a global village.

Technology has grown so wide that people can freely move from one point to the other and can communicate from across the globe. Technology has just become a cause for the change however impact it is bringing.

The world politics has just changed whereby "democracy" has taken a different direction from what would be understood in the last two decades. Democracy leading the human thinking to a whole new political arena where respect for leadership is no longer the norm. It is now normal to challenge your leaders in any area perceived to be of concern by individuals for example the current "wiki leaks" from various angles.

The world economy is also drifting from one predictability to a point where no school of thought can derive any meaning from what is happening. Over the past five years some economies like Zimbabwe were said to be at the verge of collapse but that has turned out to be untrue, Zimbabwe is regaining its position on the world economy.

The social structures of the world is drifting from the known to the unknown, where it is not certain what will happen next. There wider society used to be controlled by common ethical standards like stealing is never an acceptable behaviour but today it seems to be constitutionally accepted by people especially in responsible positions.

Family dynamics have drastically moved to a level where it is becoming difficult to regain the original intended status. Marriage is never for the uncommitted, unfaithful, unreliable, unloving, without respect and no hope for the future. Family is for the sensible, reasonable, loving and considerate. It is to a safe haven for the vulnerable, less privileged, children, adults man and women. Family is never to be for torture or punishment.

Unfortunately, today family has turned out to be a place of insecurity and the family strings have been broken. There is no concern for each other. How can the family regain its rightful status? Who should take responsibility?

PRESIDENT MANDELA, OBAMA AND MUGABE

The three presidents have influenced history in a very big way despite human errors that may come in the way. They have all been icons for change in the way that general public perceive certain classes of people.

Over the centuries, some have been made to accept and beleave that "some animals are more equal than others" though they are all be animals. These three presidents have changed the the perception of many and I am hoping that the world is watching the trend.

Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa following an unjust, unfair and inhuman treatment by the apartheid government of the day. It took more than 27 years for freedom to arise into South Africa when Nelson Mandela took office as president. It was more of the Africans who died during that time of war when it was legal to brutally kill a black person.

In the face of such treatment Nelson Mandela together with other revolutionaries like the late Steve Biko were determined to lead the fight for freedom and rights for every citizen of South Africa. As he lay on hospital bed I am certain that he can say the words of the Apostle Paul "I have fought the good fight". I wish him well and a quick recovery.

The major part of his life was spent in isolation, without interaction, no chatting, no access to anything deemed pleasure. It was during his time of strength that he was banished to Robbin Island without hope of escape. I admire his determination, commitment and sacrificial service to the nation and the world at large.

The irony of it all is that when he came out he declared reconciliation to the nation. He ruled only for five years and he handed over office to his successor then President Mbeki. This is proper leadership which not many are able to attempt. He has remained a model for global leadership.  He deserves a medal.

President Barack Obama became the first black person to hold the office in the history of the United States of America. It has taken decades and perhaps centuries for most Americans to grasp this principle that every human being has got blood and its red despite the colour of the skin. He came as a surprise to many but today we celebrate together with the rest of the world that he has made history.

The challenge ahead is for every citizen to grasp this fact that everybody has potential to do exploits regardless of background or appearance. Reformation is needed in every area of governance so that our children will begin to respect each other no matter what they look like.

It is sad that there still some people who maintain prejudice and racial perception in their decisions. It is time that people begin to refocus and concentrate on issues that matter, issues of development, poverty, health and fair distribution of wealth.

1980 ushered in the first black president of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe who came after more than a decade of bloodshed. It was great jubilation for Zimbabweans to see their own taking office as the liberation struggle came to an end. He also brought in the reconciliation concept which allowed the former colonists to retain residence side by side with the natives they once tried to annihilate.

Zimbabwe became one of the most productive in most areas that included agriculture, education, health, mining and tourism. Despite the negative experience that Zimbabwe went through I believe it is rising up to greater heights.

If only everyone would take on the determination that our leaders have displayed in the face of adversity.

PERSONAL FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Financial development opportunities will continue to avail themselves but it is only those individuals willing to take risks who will experience real change in their financial world. While the world at large is going through financial down turn some individuals are making their fortunes as they read, interpret and take action accordingly.

Risk taking is one principle which most people have failed to master resulting in living an average life. I have observed that the few people that achieve more in life are those who take time to understand the spaces between poverty and wealth.

There are always little spaces between the two spheres but it is only those who are brave and strong enough to venture into the unknown.

Personal development is one way that will allow nations to move from poverty to wealth and abundance. However when personal development is motivated by selfishness and corruption then poverty continues to prevail because only a few people will rise higher than every one else. It becomes a "survival of the fittest" the law of the jungle, which has no intention on national development.

When everybody becomes committed to personal development, making use of every opportunity to investment and wealth creation we will begin to see change in lifestyle and approach to life. Instead of stealing and burglary people will become creative and constructive, inventive into new ideas for national development.

Unfortunately for the up coming or so called developing nations, it may take longer to realise this concept because of a few reasons. Dependency syndrome is a big factor that cripples personal development.

Handouts are never the best best for personal development and yet that is how most of the "third world" nations have been exposed to for a long time. It may take a while for most people to come out of this deficiency.

Corruption and selfishness is yet another hindrance to personal development because only a few become very rich at the expense of the majority. There is a lot of exploitation and unethical practises in this kind of behaviour.

In some parts of the people corruption has almost become the second nature to the society where no service is given unless it is unofficially paid for.

Nevertheless, it is very vital that everybody who is in right mind should seek for opportunities acceptable and lawful in order to pursue personal financial development. How can one seek the opportunities?

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HOW ZIMBABWE WILL REGAIN FAVOURABLE GLOBAL REPUTATION

It goes without question that almost everybody is watching to see how the up coming elections will be conducted. A lot of speculations have already been created in favour of one ideology against another.

The soon coming elections will set a high profile that will determine the support from around the world. This does not mean that Zimbabweans electorate should be biased by the world's mind set. Instead they should aim to satisfy their desired objective which is to set an example for the human race that democracy, though difficult, is attainable.

The announcement of the election dates by the Prsident of Zimbabwe has generated a lot of tention emanating from various schools of thought. Some say that's a unilateral decision which violates the Global agreemement signed by the members of the unity government. Still others say the president has got the right to make such decisions as head of state.

Some maintain that the demands for reform are not worhty listening because those reforms betray state security. There are others who say there is whether reforms are performed or not the results will still be the same because the people know who they want for leadership.

So elections will certainly make a huge impact on Zimbabwe's global reputation.

Economic growth is another factor that will lift up the global acceptance of Zimbabwe. Since the local currency was abondoned the economy has had a huge and significant growth. Just recently the IMF indicated its consideration on increasing its support to Zimbabwe which I think is a positive indication to its economic development.

When the economy is revived, unemployment rate decreases, better jobs are created and better services are provided for the general public. When the economy is stable and effectively providing for its citizens then most other areas are boosted to satisfactory levels.

Basic needs will become affordable, like food, shelter, water, clothing and safety with security. Today I believe there many people who feel unsafe in their own homes because the economy if not stable which triggers hooliganism, bribery, injustice and sectarianism on the lines of political parties or place of origin.

Above all I think the moral and ethical affiliation of individuals will most certainly contribute to the global reputation of Zimbabwe. When people begin to consider good morals based on ethics I am sure everybody will develop a better approach to how we treat each other.

It is true that people will have their political affiliation to particular leadership but they will always respect another's opinion and choice as long as it aligns with the acceptable morals and ethics.

REMEMBER THE LESS PREVILEDGED

Every nation has a share of the less previledged though some countries has more of them than other countries. This variation is just about the geographical position of the country but a number of other factors contribute to this phenomenon.

The historical background of the nation has contributed to some degree on the extent of poverty and fair share of wealth. The longer a nation remained under dictatorship the more people become less disavantaged.

Dictatorship may come in the form of colonialism by a far country of brainwashing by their own kinsman.

A society where the rule of law is favourable to a particular group of people it is imperative that a divide becomes evident in terms of the rich and the poor. This has nothing to do with race, colour of skin ethinicity etc.

A nation that has a significant number of law makers who express selfish ambition, developing their own empires will having nothing but more destitutes, the hungry and "the have nots". All they are concerned with is increse their fame and kingdom.

Institutionalised discrimination is an ever growing disease which will devour many but without any to consider putting things right. When it becomes "right and legal" to disadvantage other people then it will also take time and extra effort to reverse that culture.

Refugee camps in almost every country have been established in most instances as a result of unnecessary selfishness by the minority who think that everybody should lose all they have while the few individuals gain everything.

I am aware that there are still genuine causes for revolt consequently resulting in displacement of people.

Orphans and destitutes are on the increase on every corner and yet the world thinks it is developing and becoming a better to live in. Surely something has to be done if every will at some point have a fair amount of opportunity for a life worth living.

Of course pandemic diseases like AIDS and HIV have also made a very huge blow to the society. This has left young people without anyone to help them but to scounge for survival.

Unless people come together and combine their efforts to combat the pandemic spread then we will continue to see more orphans on our streets let alone in our homes.

There is need for a change of culture in our thinking, behaviour and interaction which will lead to the distribution of wealth in a fair and aminable manner. A lot of activity is going on around the world to address these issues but more can be done.

WHAT ZIMBABWEANS SHOULD KNOW

It has taken effort, commitment and resilience with perseverance to get to this point where people could think of personal freedom.

It is the same cause that sent men and women across the boarders to train and fight the guerrilla war fare which then ended the colonial rule by the British.

It this same freedom that pushed many to the end of their lives, shedding blood and some have never been identified. This freedom has also caused many to go through torture and humiliation that shame the perpetrators.

Freedom is part of life that everyone would like to grow and perpetuate though only those with nerves and compassion would do so. Freedom came by sacrifice. It came through individuals who as one were united to combat the evils of the day.

It is this freedom that has led a campaign in several other nations to revolt against their leadership and some of the revolts have achieved the goal. Freedom though can not be freedom where everybody is free to do anything at any time to anyone for whatever reason.

Freedom should not subjective and restricted to the immune and elite. True freedom should be embraced by all within an agreed principle which governs all at all times.

It is for this freedom that Nelson Mandela could sacrifice 27 years of his life in custody despite the offers given him to be released by the apartheid regime. It is for freedom that Martin Luther King Jr stood up in the 1960s that resulted in his assassination by the brutal and insane individuals who could not agree with the need for a world of equal opportunities.

When freedom is centred on personal gains and protection it loses its mandate and meaning. It is no longer freedom when only a few individuals have access to the resources meant for the majority.

Freedom will always be the desire for everybody but will everyone experience it. Will everybody have it?

How would one say I am now free when they do not have food on their table, when they have to walk to work every morning, when they can not express their views about the governance of the day.

How could one be free when all other interpretations of law are wrong? How could freedom prevail when the same law that elevates one becomes a stumbling block to the other.

I think your freedom is now when you do not live on yesterday's mistakes but capture every lesson from past mistakes however they came. It is your freedom when you consider to correct the wrongs you see and encourage others to follow suit. It is your freedom when you join hands with those that seek freedom for all.

It is freedom when God determines the way to live rather than the evils of those seeking self gratification.

THE BEAUTIFUL ZIMBABWE

My beautiful nation full of wonders from one corner to the other. You are graced with unique features one of which is a wonder of the world.

It is a nation where Victoria Falls lies on its boarders in the north. On its banks many come to pay tribute to the creator's expertise and awesomeness. Visitors from across the globe pay their journeys to see the small but beautiful country of Zimbabwe.

It is the same nation where one of the oldest stone work still stand as ruins but attractive to lure all from across the continents.

Great Zimbabwe (Masvingo ruins) stands as evidence of the beauty that lies in the land locked Zimbabwe. This structure stands to tell of the wisdom and intelligence within the African mind as inspired by the maker of all human race. Stone work built on rock without mortar but stone upon stone.

Tourists have come from far and wide to watch the wild beast, huge elephant, black and white rhino, the zebra and others. Game reserves are part of the Zimbabwean life style and makes it worth visiting.

Its people are of a kind, strong willed but peaceful and loving. Very intelligent and hard working. Where they go they bring with them a significant change. They stand up for value and serve not only their own ego as seen in the majority of the world's populace. Zimbabwe has a unique position in the earth and its transformation.

Fear of God is an aspiration as in most schools the Bible is a text for life skill, behaviour and character change.

My beautiful country where hope has remained for a better future.

WHY INVEST IN ZIMBABWE

In my latest blog I made a case that Zimbabwe will rise above its former economic status which has been lost over a decade ago.

I am confident that now that a new constitution is in place, a significant measure of development will be evident particularly with the soon coming elections.

History has it clearly printed on our minds as a reflection of what happened in Mozambique soon after the civil war that had ravaged the whole country, forcing many to seek refuge in surrounding countries including Zimbabwe.

As soon as the civil war in Mozambique ended and the US dollar was introduced as the main currency everything changed and the economy was transformed. There may be a lot yet to be accomplished but a significant change has been achieved.

The same happened in Zambia though the circumstances were different from that of Mozambique. The Zambian economy has improved since the change of government over the years. National change will always bring a shift in the direction of the nation's economy.

Change of governance and policy will make way for transformation and economic move towards a different direction.

Here I am not talking of changing the dominating political party but whatever shift in the governance will always provide necessary atmosphere for development. For example, when the two main political parties on Zimbabwe (MDC and ZANU PF) formed the unity government there has been a shift in the governance and policy. This shift can even be more when the new constitution becomes fully functional following an election.

Since the current government came into place, a significant measure of freedom was evident. Various sectors began to show signs of revival, roads, water, electricity, education and health just to mention a few. Farming began to show some potential, mining, banking sector, all began to revive.

It is therefore sensible to think and consider future investment in the Zimbabwean economy. It is now that ground can be initiated if any harvest is to be certain in the future.

Zimbabwe has a record of good economic performance and still has potential to rise up again.

ECONOMY WILL SOON BEAT ITS INFLATION FIGURES

Economic growth is an exercise that is usually unpredictable when the nation is bombarded with other factors like politics, international segregation and subortage. It is very difficult and almost impossible to predict the up turn of an economy when there is not a stable government and no actual industrial develoment of any form.

Having said that, Zimbabwe is one nation that has moved from significantly from the state of being domant to slightly show signs and symptoms of revival. I therfore agree with Nigel Chanakira (Chair of the Zimbabwe Investment Authority, ZIA) who was reported as saying that Zimbabwe economy will soon revive itself especially after the elections.

It seems to me that msot investors are simply waiting for the elections and I am sure it does not really matter who wins. I foresee a significant influx of foreign investors coming to make their base in Zimbabwe as soon as the elections are over.

I also want to believe that Zimbabweans in diaspora are waiting for that small move of the political devide. As soon as the national elections are done many of the Zimbabwean descent will flood back to the motherland to re-establish themselves in all areas of development.

I will also say that this antion will immediately see a huge jump in terms of expertise because most of the migrants in various countries have been busy not only creating money but increasing their skills and qualifications.

Those who are still skeptical about Zimbabwe's economic growth, you need to watch this space. In five years time Zimbabwe will leap into the fast growing economy not only in the region but in the world.

It is therefore worth noting that anybody looking for a long term investiment would rather not wait but start now to gulvanise themselves towards basing their business in Zimbabwe.

Yes, things may for a time be shaky and unstable due to natural transition in the powers and control systems but all will soon be stable for a brighter future.

One of the challenges to development will corruption which has been born out of the chaotic lawless behaviour of some individuals who have inspired the young generation to act like wise. These have left school but survived on handouts from the paowers above them.

But I foresee this challenge being dealt with when the anticorruption commission gets into full service with support of the police service and the impartial judicial service.

Investors, be ready and know that it is time to consider the new Zimbabwe despite who wins the coming elections. As already said challenges will arise but there is hope for Zimbabwe than any other upcoming nation.

WHO IS RIGHT?

Zimbabwe politics has always been controversial just like any other nation with strong political domain. Since independence from the colonial rule 1980,  we have not seen such active strong political muscles wrestling for the throne than the last ten years.

I think now is the mature time for a resolution for a stable political system in this lovely country.

Now that the President has announced the election date according to the highest rule of court, what does the ordinary citizen think and will do! Is anybody ready for the ballot or not!

How long will the battle carry on between the two stale mates who have tested each other's weaknesses over the decade!

I think the ordinary valuable registrant needs to wait patiently, pray earnestly and be ready to express all views whenever the ballot is finally brought to surface.

It is no point fighting across the street agaist each other as if shedding blood will bring and meal "sadza" to your table. Blood shed should be left for any who is uncivilised, intolerant, selfish, inconsiderate and brainwashed or even deluded.

Who is right in the face of a democratic election where the constitution will have to determine the rightful ascendant to the national throne!

Who is right now that presidential powers have to pave a way for a national reconcialtion in the face of a long awaited ballot box where all are welcomne without fear of victimisation.

Who is right when the prime minister disputes the rightful powers of the president at the pretext of political reforms!

Who is right, the voter or the voted!

Well, despite who may be right, the fact remains, that, time will tell when the ballot box is put out. As already said, a fair ballot casting can only be achieved by you the ordinary citizen who will refuse to attack your neighbour for nothing.

Fight for the universal rights not selfishness or personal gains where only a minority possess the majority of the wealth. This was the same reason that led to the liberation struggles "1st, 2nd and 3rd chimurenga" and now still need to be our driving force to see freedom prevail across the nation.

No one is better than the other but we all compliment each other.

Who is right?

YOUR VOTE - YOUR VOICE

Voting is one way any citizen of any country can express an opinion about a governance or system within a period. It is meant to be a voluntary exercise that anyone can use to say "I would like my future to be run in this way by this one"

However, this has been an ideal version of voting even in some countruies deemed free and emocratic. Evidence shows that voting in whatever form has not provided a fair play ground particularly for the ordinary citizen.

It has been noted that in most "developing" countries voting has been used to authenticate the already chosen candidate. By this I mean that the voting exercise is just a rubber stamp to an already decided result.

Nevertheless, this should not discourage anybody to persistantly voice their right to chosing a leader of their own. Everybody has a right to exercise this right and should do so despite the rigging and unfair treatment put on the voter.

Elections are to be a way of saying "enough is enough" or "we still need your leadership". On the contrary a number of countries have had to go through bloodshed simply because the ousted leadership would not conceed defeat. Some nations ended up with "coalition governments" where progress in any department has been very slow or none at all simply because of personal interests at the expence of national development.

Zimbabwe has so far made relatively significant progress which should now culminate with elections. It must be made clear to all of the Zimbabwean community that it is time not to give up. When it comes to national development everybody must be resiliant and determined to see our beautiful nation rising up again even above its former glory.

Voting will make your voice and as soon as all necessary planning and agreements have been achieved, it is by any means meaningful and worthy a cause to vote. Unfortunately voting my not be possible for the diasporans, but everybody should feel the urge to make a change towards a free economy, a free nation, a free society, a free political playfield where nobody feels intimidated or left out. Neither should there be international restrictions on any individual, this is the kind of freedom I anticipate. But it comes by voting.

I look forward to seeing my new Zimbabwe having gone through peaciful elections under a new constitution. It is time to look ahead, work harder and share the vision for a prosperous future where development will resound from all corners of the beloved country.

THE DIASPORA ON A MISSION

A majority of the escapees from the hard pressing and grinding scorgies of the economic down turn coupled with unrepentant political squeeze did not realise how their so called timidy run away would turn out to be part of the rescue plan on the beautiful motherland.

Many saw from afar the churning and swirling wave of uncertainty driving a huge wave of turmoil and trouble. Some even got so frustrated that they swam through the crocodile infested Limpopo with flooding banks splashing across the borders of the beloved nation.

It was a time of dispair but those that escaped to the so called greener pastures turned out to be the supporting machine to the critically ill economy.

The diaspora dispersed into their various destinations, be it the UK, Australia, USA or even South Africa with the hope of making a significant lump some then go back to motherland. Most conversations were of when one would return and with what! These are the same people who in their sleepless toil made a change on the dying ecnomy.

They became the rescue point for those left behind especially when the then dollar kept dwindling and refusing to maintain its value even for a day.

Money transfer urgencies errupted like a flood of mushrooms and this really made a living particularly for the less previledged and disadvantaged who on some days did not know where their next meal was coming from.

The disapora, yes, most of them really worked harder to facilitate a living on both ends, "home and away". On the one hand there was a time whereby those at home appeared more well up than the "diasporan" due to some discrepances in the management of the sent resources.

Though not everybody was untrustworthy but there were those that really abused the opportunity and support from the labourers of the foreign land.

On one of my return journeys home I was surprised to see some of the latest makes of car driving down some of the then potholed roads patched with gravel.

It was the diaspora once again that provided fuel, groceries, vehicles, haulage, taxis (combi) and the like. The diaspora was surely strategically placed to provide for the desperate and agonising friends and relatives.

This is not to say that everybody was terribly suffering. As I have aready mentioned above some were living above the general population struggle for surviuval. These had their own level of difficulties either because they owned campanies or had developed good effective networking.

Diaspora, keep on with the sustanance of our nation. Now it is not onlyu about financial or material support but more so the skills and knowledge transfer. It is now time to contextualise whatever knowledge base accumilated in order to develop a new Zimbabwe.

The new constitution allows for dual citizenship, therefore the opportunity is open for effective establishment of business and nation building. Disporan, the responsibility remains that everybody should take up this challenge for such a time as this.

LAND REVIVAL

Anyone who lived in Zimbabwe before the "land redistribution exercise" in 2000, as some call it, would confirm that agriculture has been the most viable of all industries in economic growth.

Farming was and is still one of the main source of economic growth for the nation. Prior to the "hondo yeminda" meaning struggle for the land, most rich red soil farms were owned by a minority. The majority were either in the unproductive sandy soil or not on any land at all.

Well, this is not the main point but that farming is essential to the basic growth of our economy in our time despite the emergency of the gem "diamond".

In 2000 the tide turned against the minority ownership of farms which then provided an opportunity for the majority to flood the red soil fields. This exercise came as a surprise to everyone and it was, in my view was a reaction to the "NO" vote to the constitutional referendum.

It was unpredictable so much that no farming could be carried out on most land. The majority who possessed the land had not enough machinery, skills and knowledge on how to effectively utilise the claimed land. Vandalism and destruction was the order of the day.

It was all out of desperation and lack of insight for most people. However those that managed to restrain their emotions and got on to the job found themselves moving on and making good progress though uncertainty still gripped and hampered some of them.

Since then, the land has not received justice with regards to effective utilisation.

There is need for a revival in the manner we will use the acclaimed land especially now with the signing of the new constitution. Land is basic to wealth and any nation that does not own land is still a colony. Land provides identity, ownership, destiny, and prosperity to any people.

Originality is fundamentally based on land, therefore every citizen with access to ownership of land should possess it and work on it.

We should now begin to see a revival of the land regeneration and effective, productive farming system in the new Zimbabwe.

Whatever redistribution exercise may be considered, should always be planned and organised based on principles of social justice and right of ownership for productivity.

RECONSTRUCTION OF AN ABONDONED STORY

The world would not have known that they had thrown away the baby with the bath water when they dealt with the southern African country - Zimbabwe.

Not many people would have thought that revival would soon arise from within the nations veins and blood stream despite the ever stinging needles and of political rivalry from both home and abroad. Though it has taken quite some time it is now evident that a nation of resilience can soon rise up and compete on the race to match the global struggle to equality and social tolerance.

In 2000 a new constitution was drafted and sent out to a referendum but was out rightly rejected by the people because it was not about the people or for the people. It was according to those that may have voted it out, a constitution to the people but not from them.

I recall attending some the meetings where consultations were done but unfortunately the majority vote was negative.

That was then and I think the most important point to note is that we have all learnt the lesson on the governance for the people, by the people and with the people. It is not about democracy but the principles of acknowledging one's weaknesses and another's strengths.

When people of different opinions agree to get on with the same job at the same table then in my view, a nation can be reconstructed to a better standard where everyone becomes not a number but a member.

Zimbabwe is now a new pathway to development in every aspect of social acceptance and tolerance with the aim to silence the arrogant and unrepentant ideologies of capitalism that are based on greed.

It is worth noting that the signing of the new constitution has brought in a new horizon to the nation, region, continent and the world at large.

I was thrilled to see the president putting pen to paper as he signed off most if not all the injustices that were crafted within the long overdue constitution of the 1980 independence. It was a moment of deep refreshment to see the national leadership agreeing to a formation of a ruling that when followed will provide a platform for public safety and confidence to serve others.

It might have taken more than a decade to be where we are today but this is part of reconstruction of a broken society and abandoned life story. I would like to see the planning and running of the next elections complying with the signed constitution which every citizen is obliged to abide by.

Zimbabwe will soon be on a highway to total recovery. Fellow country men hold on to the hope that has led you to this day and I believe your perseverance and commitment will pay even more if you do not give up.

This is like reconstructing an abandoned life story.

A NATION OF RESILIENT ECONOMICS

In the late 1990s Zimbabwe began to feel and sense the biting teeth of politics of the day. Many of its birthrights started to think of escaping the bitting and grinding molars of economics and politics. Come 2000 a majority of those that had opportunities to escape soon found themselves crossing boarders despite which direction they took though most of them took the Beitbridge route. Of course those that could fly took their journeys across the oceans of which most of them landed in the UK which at the time was the most conducive habitat for those from the beautiful land locked Southern African country.
Well, as the years ticked their time off with 2001-2003 having perhaps the highest figure for migration into the western European countries. Zimbabwe continued to experience the deepening scourge of dollarisation which depreciated further down as the years passedby. The depreciation of the dollar became a loughing stock and by word for everyone known to the once the bread basket of Africa. It became the talk of the day and most of the immigrants would not like to be identified with the "Zim dollar". Money was printed in bearer cheques with expiry dates though they still remain in circulation, printed in "trillions" denominations!
On the other hand, those that had enough to spare took advantage of the situation and made even more due to the exchange rate against the pound and other currencies of the same value. Some invested in businesses, properties, transport industry and the like, though a majority soon lost everything due to lack of effecient management because these were being managed by remote while they live abroad.
Then came the diamond field which really boosted a lot of people who were close to the fields and had the market in hand. However, as can be heard over the news agencies there are some who are reportedly slain in the scramble for the gem. Stories are still being told of the pending judgement on who killed who, and who has taken what at the gem fields.
Following, there came the Government of National Unity (GNU) which has stabilised the politics and moreso, the economy of the strangled Zmbabwe. In 2009 the world waited to see what would become of the GNU when at the time, the resources were almost extinct, with cities going without electricity, clean water supply and schools were only for those who had real cash and could afford, the rest had to live on hand to mouth. It was a time of testing who the real neighbour is, as in the Bible "Who is my neighbour?".
People shared the little they had until the sprouting fresh hopes from the GNU began to show up. Surely this is a nation the survived the day of dispare. I remember my visits to my motherland, these were good times of meeting friends and relatives but at the same time they were moments of reflection.
Prior to this GNU, there came Murambatsvina (operation cleanup) which on one hand it cleared all disorganised lifestyle but it really hit hard on a majority of people because that was their source of income namely (home industry) with tuckshops and workshops, combined with lodging houses, which was a real sorce of income for a significant number of people.
Some had organised themselves and according to the then push for property ownership built houses in nearby plots arround the cities. These were bulldozed and flattened to ground level. It was reaaly a time of reckoning and never to be admired. The GNU, I think came at the right time and it saved a lot of lives who could have either physically gone to the grave or perhaps lives could have been lost in the crowds without a glimpse of hope.
It was during that time that the common wealth "club" was debanded by the Zimbabwean leadership. The World Bank tightened its grip on the borowing and payment of the existing debts, all other non-governmental organisation became unwelcome behind the pretext that they may support the opposition of any ideology of the sovereign state. Some reputable, educated and experienced, well versed in their industry could only conclude that Zimbabwe would not surviuve beyond a specified time.
Thankfully some international organisations were still allowed to operate though with some restrictions. It was at this time again that cholera hit some parts of the country to its knees and if it was not of the resilience of the Zimbabwean people who supported and worked tirelessy to fend for the bed ridden members of the society, surely we could be having a different storytoday.
As if not enough, nature took its toll that some parts of the country were hit so hard with drought that some people survived on very little if not nothing at all. It was a talk of the day that the west caused the draught, and surely it was not an easy time but the Zimbabwean child survived. Since the coming in of the new government of unity there has been a big leap from the "dungeon to the palace guard" as in the story of Joseph of the Bible in the book of Genesis.
On one of my trips, I remember getting into super markets only to find spread out packets of maize popcorn, a few matemba (very small fish) and salt. All refridgerators were turned off because there was nothing to freeze or cool down and there was not enough electricity. It was only those shops in the afluent areas of the "dales" or those that were linked with the South African supply system.
How about fuel, people had to park their cars for days because there was no fuel at all and when it was supplied it was rationed so that at least more people would get some. Only those that could purchase coupons had a slight advantage and would not spend as much time without fuel. Fuel became like gold at some stage.
Motherland Zimbabwe will not be the same again and will not go back to the era of struggle and endless fighting. If it does, surely somebody must be taken to task. It is this time that the world should know that God is not for the elite, He is for the whole of humanity despite how each one respond to His acts of love. God is the sustainer of his people and all his creation will have to abide by his sovereign controling power. This is a call to all inhgabitants of the earth to realise that life on earth belongs to the maker who created all and He will grant his mercy accordingly.
I am still waiting to see the next level of maturity and understanding in the mind of the Zimbabwean economist as well as politician without forgetting the constituent- member of the public, voter, follower and the most vulnerable.