Editorial Comment

ZANU PF chief whip Pupurai Togarepi’s call to legislators to prioritise development initiatives over politics is a much-needed wake-up call for the country’s growth. For too long, the country’s economy has been hamstrung by petty squabbles and power struggles, diverting attention from critical issues like food security, infrastructure development, and social programmes. Speaking at a…

AS Zimbabwe commemorated Africa Day on Sunday, the continent is reminded of the importance of unity and collective action in driving development and progress. Africa Day, celebrated on May 25, marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, a precursor to the African Union (AU). The day is a celebration of…

THE recent statistics on teenage pregnancies in Zimbabwe are a wake-up call for the nation. According to the deputy minister of Education, Angeline Gata, at least 3 320 pregnant girls dropped out of school in 2024. While the figure represents a decline from 2023, it still highlights the need for sustained efforts to address this…

THE proposed registration of political parties in the country is a timely and necessary step towards promoting electoral integrity, stability, and good governance. As reported yesterday in our sister publication, the Daily News, the current lack of formal registration requirements has led to chaos and confusion, particularly during elections. Currently, political parties are not required…

REVELATIONS that hospitals across the country are recording increasing cases of abuse of drugs by young people are a cause for concern. Ingutsheni Hospital’s occupational therapist, Davidson Samanyanda, recently revealed that hospitals were increasingly admitting young people who are developing psychosis problems due to abuse of marijuana, crystal meth, shisha, vaping, paint and thinners. This…

ZIMBABWE’S health system is in dire straits and is being weighed down by significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, lack of essential medicines and supplies as well as insufficient healthcare workers. As a result of the foregoing, the country’s weak health system is now characterised by an escalating decline in quality of services as well as…

POLICE’S initiative to utilise technology in enforcing traffic regulations is a welcome move in the fight against road carnage. The publication on Monday night of a list of 290 vehicles captured on camera violating traffic light rules in Harare’s central business district (CBD) is a bold step towards promoting road safety. This development signals a…

IN A SIGNIFICANT development, the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHCD) has launched a five-month initiative to promote dialogue and unity among Zimbabweans. This noble endeavour is a beacon of hope for a country that has been plagued by political and economic challenges for decades. The initiative, aptly named the Love Zimbabwe Festival, aims to…

THE recent directive by Police Commissioner General Stephen Mutamba to modify checkpoint procedures is a welcome move in the quest to tame the country’s notorious traffic jungle. This initiative, aimed at fostering cooperation between law enforcement officers, motorists, and passengers, demonstrates a commitment to creating a more efficient and less frustrating experience for all road…

THE scarcity of potable water is increasingly becoming a big challenge in Zimbabwe and elsewhere in the world. The shortage of drinkable water has been compounded by, among other things, population growth, urbanisation, climate change and resource-intensive economic development. It therefore did not come as a surprise in 1995 when former World Bank vice president…