Pride Mkono

Instead of functioning as a tool for equitable development, the tax system has become a yoke on the poor and marginalised through regressive consumption and presumptive taxes. On the other hand powerful elites and corporations exploit loopholes, enjoy tax incentives, or evade obligations

In recent days, several student leaders affiliated with the Zimbabwe National Students Union (ZINASU) have been summarily suspended from the University of Zimbabwe, pending disciplinary hearings.

There is no honour among thieves! This timeless adage aptly captures the intricate scheming and relentless plotting characterising the bitter succession battle within the ruling Zanu PF party.

Pride Mkono: "In this piece, I will focus specifically on coup-proofing; examining its effectiveness, potential outcomes, and the risks it poses. Rather than providing an exhaustive analysis of all strategies, my goal is to contribute to critical discussion among pro-democracy advocates, equipping them with the awareness needed to anticipate and, where possible, counter these tactics effectively."

By Pride Mkono In my previous articles, I delved into the inevitable conclusion of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure and explored potential successors, sparking lively debate and numerous emails on the subject. While I may not be able to respond to each message individually, I encourage continued engagement and dialogue on these important issues. In this piece, I shift the spotlight to the international dynamics surrounding Zimbabwe's succession, a crucial perspective often overlooked. The global stage is populated with a myriad of actors, each driven by their own interests, sometimes aligned, oftentimes in competition. My analysis zeros in on the key players: China, Belarus, Russia, and the United States along with its European allies.