Zimbabwe and the inertia of African leaders (Page 2)

We are talking about the Socio-political & economic crisis in Zimbabwe.This was a country that had one of the most stable and booming economies in Africa.It was so productive that,it was called the "Food Basket of Africa".
However,due to bad government policies,that country's citizens are now living on Food Aid from other countries.The inflation rate is more that 50 thousand.The life expectancy rate has dropped drastically.The people are now living in abject penury.

That is part of the story of Robert Mugabe's Zimbabwe.A case study of the effects of bad government policy on national development.

Posted: at 12-10-2008 01:47 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Mugabe did nt cause this Pearl. Like I forementioned, no African country is self sufficient. ZIM is the only country that is.  All the same, the man has to STEP down. He can never win this war! He is NOW messing up big tym!!

Posted: at 13-10-2008 03:24 AM (15 years ago) | Newbie

MOSADI
If Mugabe did not cause it,I still wonder who did.I know U'll say the West.That's old argument.Mugabe,as far as am concern is the major obstacle to Zimbabwe's progress.Who made him a Messiah?The people through their votes showed him & the ZANU-PF that they dont want them anymore.Instead of him to bow out,he masterminded a rein of terror,sending his so called war veterans to intimidate MDC supporters.Was it the West that did all these?Zimbabwe wont go forward as long as Mugabe hold on to state power.

Posted: at 16-10-2008 09:01 PM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Mbeki has shown that African rulers dont learn anything from history.His continues support for Mugabe if a proof of my assertion.Why would any sane statesman support Mugabe(knowing Zimbabwe's history)to control all defense & security apparatus in that country.How could the opposition be secured in such a situation?It all goes to show that,there is more that meets the eyes in Thabo Mbeki's interest in Zimbabwe.

Posted: at 8-11-2008 06:40 PM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Look Godsson in a way im not getting this at all.
I dont get it why Africa cant rule itself.
What is it?
What makes one tribe feel better then the other?
What makes white feel better then blacks?
They have all those weapons millions of dollars wasted on that while they kill and let there own people starve. Why cant they just get on and try to help each other.
Maybe you can explain it to me. As im just sitting here as a outsider looking on the side looking in.
What is it what makes you tick?

Posted: at 14-11-2008 01:18 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Now to the questions U raised,the lack of leaders in Africa has created an environment where the Comprado-Bourgeoisie that inherited political power from the colonial masters at independence to exploit ethnicity to the pursuit of parochial interest.Since they cant mobilize people for political & economic purposes through a sound ideology,they used primordial sentiments like ethnicity(ethnic identity & pride) & religion.
The bane of politics & economic development in Africa is a Leadership lacuna.(simple anlysis right?)lol.

Posted: at 14-11-2008 02:23 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Helga:Actually,what I wrote was far more than the above.I am surprised to see that only my last paragraph is published.lol.

Well,since I write spontaneously,I cannot recollect those thoughts now.As for how I want Africa to be governed,that's a big one.I will answer that later,but let me clear something here first.
POINT OF CORRECTION
Africa does not have "tribes".Africa only have ethnic groups and ethnic nations.The Zulus,Ashantis,Ijaws,Gukuyus,Titsis,Hausas, etc are all Ethnic groups or nations & not tribes.The term "Tribe" is a derogatory expression used my the culturally chauvinistic erstwhile colonial overlords of 3rd world countries.That's why U dont hear the term being used to describe Europeans or Americans.The only people in the USA that are still referred to that way are the native Americans.That said,let me deal with ur question.

I want Africa to evolve a system of Government that is anthropocentric.A system of government that is based on justice,equity & fairplay.A system that create the conducive & enabling environment for the people to to live a full life & attain their dreams. A system that rewards hardwork.

I ve to go to bed now,I'll continue from here tomorrow.

Posted: at 14-11-2008 03:46 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

Hega it's ok.I dont mean it in any strong term.I just wanted to put the term in its proper perspective.The correction is general.many Nigerians,even the press,use that word,so I used thought it wise to clear it.
True,we must continue to learn from each other.I'll come back later to answer that question in a more comprehensive manner.

Posted: at 15-11-2008 12:37 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

hmm..just reading the comments......

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Posted: at 19-11-2008 03:31 AM (15 years ago) | Hero

Yesterday,the Monster-In-Chief of Zimbabwe,President Robert Mugabe refused a league of Eminent personalities access into Zimbabwe.The include,among others,President Jimmy Carter,Kofi Annan,etc.This is a clear sign that that old fool does not want peace in that country.The outbreak of cholera is not even helping matters.Given the absence of responsible government there.Only God can help Africa.

Posted: at 23-11-2008 01:49 PM (15 years ago) | Upcoming