Now that Mugabe is Gone

Now that Mugabe is gone a few things need to be put in order for Zimbabwe to become the African bed basket. The shortcomings of the former President were a public knowledge and his legacy he had built was undone by himself and lastly by his wife Grace Mugabe. While I will not go into detail of his mistakes I would like to focus on what is needed for a better Zimbabwe.

1.       Inclusivity

A new Zimbabwe should aim at including the opposition so as to build a pluralistic government. The Government of National Unity showed that Zimbabwe could be rebuild and could become an economic giant. If memory serves us right it was the time that most Zimbabweans made substantial development.  A one party state is not the way to go. In the opposition camp they are lots of competent individuals which ZANU PF to engage.

2.       Moving away from Party politics

There should be a paradigm shift for Zimbabweans and Africans in general from identifying themselves with Political Parties. I vote for him/she because he /she is from my party syndrome needs to change. This has led to electing illiterate and incompetent people in the name of supporting a Political Party. Our focus in politics should be mature enough to elect a candidate on merit after a thorough analysis of his / her capabilities.

3.       Ending Corruption

The victory should not be seen as a victory to get rid of G40 alone but let it be viewed as a victory to wade off corruption and get rid of corrupt systems. While everyone celebrated that Mugabe is gone, let us change systems that encourage self-aggrandizement and corruption. Land audit should be done objectively and reacquire land which is not be utilized. Those with multiple farms need to surrender them for equitable distribution.

4 Attracting Investors

A new Zimbabwe needs Foreign Direct Investment. Self-sufficiency is our goal but for now the economy to stabilize attracting investors is needed.  The Indigenization policy has scared investors in the past. A relook and repackaging of the policy is really needed.

5 Freedom of Speech

A new Zimbabwe should allow people to air their views. A media which is subjective which creates demi gods and hero worship and give one sided accounts of what is happening is not the way to go. Allow people to speak freely and air their concerns. That feedback is important so that certain issues are addressed.  Peaceful demonstrations should be permissible.

In conclusion Zimbabwe is a great nation and its up to us to keep make it one.