They have created trenches on my face.
Steep depression in the deepest parts, of my heart.
Exploring the prospects of historical tourism in the lowveld
Ecological tourism which is thriving in the bushy and animal-rich lowveld of Zimbabwe can be complemented by heritage and cultural tourism.
Pfumvudza, nutritional gardens and the sustenance of rural livelihoods
I wake up to prepare to go to a local school, which is about 10km away. The school is located in the vicinity of the business centre. On my way, three women who happen to be our neighbours join me on Mondays and Wednesdays, around 5:00 am.
Sustainable Veld Management Systems for Livestock Farmers
Variations in rainfall patterns attributed to climate change have been affecting almost all farming practices in recent years.
Nyangambe Community Wildlife Conservation Project, A Success Story
The community wildlife conservation programme has not only solved human-wildlife conflicts, but has also become a source of revenue and an example of how communities can take a lead in the sustainable management of wildlife resources.
A critique on Zimbabwe’s current PAYE structure: Scenario A
The government of Zimbabwe recently introduced separate PAYE Tax Tables for forex incomes (USD) and local currency incomes (ZWL $), a move which is detrimental to the common earner who gets paid in local currency.
A critique on Zimbabwe’s current PAYE structure: Scenario B
Let’s say the nominal income will move with inflation. In that case, the higher nominal values will be pushed to higher income tax brackets, hence subjected to a higher tax rate despite there being no increase in real income.
J. S. Machiri: ‘When it rains’
Like taunts from an invisible mocker…
Julius Machiri: ‘I wonder in you’
The squadron to the east performing a battle drill,
Each a tickling stitch that makes me feel
Climate Change: Women’s Vulnerability, a Cause for Concern
Extreme climatic events have become prevalent in Zimbabwe’s predominantly semi-arid environment. It was Cyclone Dineo in 2017 which directly affected over 130 000people across the country.