August 4 Newsletter
Gold Coins and the Census
Take for instance the public response to the release of preliminary 2022 Census figures and the introduction of gold coins last month.
Those in opposition are questioning the accuracy of the census figures for a variety of reasons but mostly with a political slant that suggests the figures have been doctored to suit ruling party machinations such as the gerrymandering of constituencies for next year’s elections and the distribution of national resources.
The introduction of the gold coins as an alternative stable financial product for store of value
has been pooh-poohed as voodoo economics.
A big factor in this toxicity is that the public does not seem to trust anything that the government says or does. And, unfortunately this mistrust is not without justification. A trust deficit has developed over the years fuelled by policy inconsistencies and the government simply not keeping its word.
The government needs to communicate better and show more transparency and accountability in policy formulation and implementation to regain public trust.
The government and all state-linked institutions must realise that trust cannot be foisted upon the public through statutory instruments. Trust is earned through consistent conduct and pronouncements over time.
It is a pity that the gold coins and the census figures have fallen victim to this now-endemic toxicity. Effective communication is a vital aspect of good governance. Poor communication is harmful and a real threat to national political stability and security.
In Conversation with Archford Rutanhire
Archford Rutanhire’s story of courage and determination has touched and inspired many. Archford, partner at Scanlen & Holderness Legal practitioners, was left paralyzed from neck down by a horrible accident in 2012. But the accident and being in a wheel chair has not taken away his dreams and instead his new condition has launched him into another passion of fighting for equity for the vulnerable in society. Disability is indeed not inability as Archford says.
Watch the episode here.
Manyara Chigundura MasterClass
The Manyara Chigundura MasterClass was full of practical nuggets including the importance of realising that just because one is passionate about a business idea does not guarantee support from funders and clients. Having the idea is an important start but lots more work lies ahead. Ngaruro Wakiriro had this to say of YouTube; Manyara, well done! Thank you very much for the encouragement to the young women out there as well as highlighting support from your partner. Valuable lessons!
Watch this Masterclass here.
Podcasts
 | Zimbabwean entrepreneur and newspaper publisher Trevor Ncube sits down with various high-profile guests in a series of candid, conversations that seeks to go beyond the headlines and beyond the sensational. |
Most recent shows:
- Hebert Nkala; retired corporate executive, entrepreneur and business leader.
- Chief Felix Ndiweni; traditional leader of the Ntabazinduna area in Matabeleland North.
- Advocate Fadzayi Mahere Zimbabwean lawyer and politician.
Listen to all the podcast sessions here.
Book of the Week
Summary: Theo, a Nigerian barrister practising in London with a glittering career before him, suddenly decides to give up everything and returns home to take up a minor chieftancy title. He experiences many problems of adjustment but his whole nature changes dramatically when he falls under the spell of an evil, old, family retainer. After the death of his flamboyant wife in mysterious circumstances, his alienated son takes to crime while Theo tries to revive the ancient religion of his people with horrendous results. A fast-moving tale that highlights contemporary problems in a highly-readable and entertaining way.
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on Amazon.
Recommended Reading:
A Promised Land
by Barack Obama
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