I’m thrilled to share some exciting news from my writing journey – I was shortlisted for a 2023 Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship! Out of 600 entries from incredibly talented writers across the African continent, it’s truly an honour to find myself among the 19 writers on this year’s shortlist. Firstly, a massive shout-out to […]
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Web Summit 2023 roundup
Web Summit 2023 felt surprisingly alive and engaging, defying the doom-laden forecasts. This year’s event was a vibrant mix of intriguing conversations and captivating showcases, turning out to be much more fun and personal than anyone could have guessed.
Italy’s anti-migrant coronavirus response triggers alarm — and irony
The irony of Europeans spreading Covid-19 to Africa will be lost on bigots like Italy’s Salvini, for whom the migrant spreading disease is a go-to bogeyman.
Zimbabwean Media Are Failing the Coronavirus Test
We need Zimbabwean newspapers to behave professionally in coronavirus coverage. We seem to be out of luck.
Free audiobook giveaway: 8 on the 8th
I am giving away eight free audiobooks, on the 8th of April. Because so many of us are stuck in lockdown, quarantine or other unforeseen circumstances.
Mnangagwa repression proves new Zimbabwe a lie
The Zimbabwe junta is swinging wildly at any hint of dissent, proving that repression under Mnangagwa is no departure from Mugabe’s rule.
This Is Not My New Year’s Resolution
I do not resolve to get more sleep. I do not resolve to use floss instead of toothpicks. I do not resolve to plan my meals around an exercise regime. And I don’t resolve to get up earlier, call my parents more, read more, write more or spend more time outdoors. I just do not […]
Creating a Better Shopping Experience
The year 2016 is finally here, and we know many businesses are back on the grind trying to attract and retain new customers. With an operating environment like Zimbabwe’s, the thin line between keeping and losing a customer can be a deadly one for any business. With the way our finances are set up, Zimbabweans […]
The Strange Contradiction of the Homophobic Feminist
This 263Chat on Sexism in Zimbabwe reminded me of a woman I know. She’s a “gender activist” and women’s rights campaigner. She’s a working mother and a devout Christian. She’s also a raging homophobe. So while she rages for days about equal footing for women, she will rail against the “sin” of homosexuality and condemn […]
Happy New Year
If it were possible to be good, you wouldn’t get very far in Zimbabwe, populated as it is by self-serving thugs who experience new ideas as a direct threat.