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Rising Above ‘Politicised’ Football in Zimbabwe: #DeMbare #Bosso
Click or not: Rising Above ‘Politicised’ Football in Zimbabwe: #DeMbare #BossoBy Takura Zhangazha* The recent football match between two Zimbabwe soccer giants, namely Highlander’s FC and Dynamos FC in Bulawayo this weekend reminded me of a book I once read. It is titled ‘Bulawayo Burning: The History of a Southern African City, 1893-1960.” It was written by a British born historian who we historically respect… …
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Zimbabwe’s Financial Stand-Off: Who's Holding Whom to Ransom?
Click or not: Zimbabwe’s Financial Stand-Off: Who's Holding Whom to Ransom?By Takura Zhangazha* Following the recent abrupt changes to Zimbabwe’s financial system as announced by the government and the Reserve Bank, I was asked if I was going to write an opinion on the matter. I initially responded by saying as an irregular blogger I tend to stick to my lane. Mainly because I am not a… …
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Rising Above Religion in Zimbabwe’s Politics.
Click or not: Rising Above Religion in Zimbabwe’s Politics.By Takura Zhangazha* Religion has always been integral to Zimbabwe’s national consciousness. Historically and in the contemporary. From what is widely accepted as fact, the majority of Zimbabwe’s liberation heroes and leaders had religious backgrounds. From Mbuya Nehanda, Lobengula, Chaminuka through to our modern nationalists the prospect of a better Zimbabwe had a narrative embedded… …
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Africa and Russia/Ukraine Conflict: Forgetfulness of Our Global Placement.
Click or not: Africa and Russia/Ukraine Conflict: Forgetfulness of Our Global Placement.By Takura Zhangazha* The war between Ukraine and the Russian Federation is a very international one. At least where we look at its impact on global diplomacy, allegiances and its global economic impact. With echoes of the Cold War and its global polarisation effect. Africa, and its general placement in international relations has had limited little… …