Changes in South Africa- no bloodshed

Garikai — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:14:21 +0000

The political events in South Africa over the last week have been historical –- a relatively ’smooth’ change of presidency without bloodshed in Africa! No doubt there is more to the change, including underlying hostilities and power issues. Yet these issues should not diminish the significance of this event for African politics, namely that the highest office in the land can be challenged and replaced. This is unheard of in many African countries where absolute power resides in the presidency and opposition is not tolerated. Mbeki had the opportunity to address the nation and cabinet where he shared his legacy and gave thanks for support given. I am amazed!

Only New Leadership Can Revive Zimbabwes Collapsed Economy

Garikai — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 10:46:14 +0000

Zimbabwe’s economy has been in crisis for nearly 10 years, but as election day approaches, its collapse is gathering pace, and no one is sure where it is heading. Peta Thornycroft reports for VOA that economists, industrialists and political analysts say the economy can only recover if there is new political leadership.

An unidentified opposition supporter holds a red card with the words ‘Mugabe must Go Now,’ during a rally in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 8 Mar 2008
Zimbabwe used to be a breadbasket of Africa and was the second most industrialized nation on the continent. Now it depends on food aid and most of its industries have closed or are working only one or two days a week, a decline many analysts attribute to the failed leadership of President Robert Mugabe and his chaotic land reform program.

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Changes in South Africa- no bloodshed

Only New Leadership Can Revive Zimbabwes Collapsed Economy