Many a times we have been reminded by the authorities here that we have to tighten our belts as we are suffering from “illegal sanctions.”

Gone are the days when only the poor could be seen improvising ways to have extra cash in their homesteads.

The welcome entry of Dr Makoni into the political fray has generated intense mixed reactions. To some it has generated extraordinary excitement whereas to others it has meant skepticism. I personally believe that Dr Makoni faces a mammoth task if the Mavambo/Kusile/Dawn project is to succeed.

GOVERNOR OF THE RESERVE BANK OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE

If you get hold of this letter, please distribute it as wildly and widely as possible.

The recent announcement by Mugabe that elections will be held on 29 March has led to a clear dilemma within the opposition movement, civic society, churches and the academia in Zimbabwe. Some quarters have called for the opposition, in particular the MDC, to boycott the elections on the basis that the conditions on the ground are not conducive for a free and fair election.

Senator Barack Obama is a young, sharp and eloquent African American with a Kenyan father and a humble upbringing. Despite such a background, he has launched an inspirational campaign that has illuminated the USA politics for the Democratic Party presidential nomination en route to White House in a field including Hillary Clinton who is well supported by his husband, Bill.