‘Zimbabwe Is Open For Business’ But Seems Closed Online

By Alvine Chaparadza

Since the political transition (affectionately being called ‘new dispensation’) that Zimbabweans witnessed late last year, the ‘Zimbabwe is Open for business’ slogan is being massively promoted. President Mnangagwa’s government has been making a series of policy reforms and introducing new provisions in current laws as it bids to undo past wrongs.

As recent as last week, Finance Minister, Patrick Chinamasa announced reforms that are going to be implemented in state enterprises and parastatals.

While the initiatives and what they are trying to achieve is commendable, the slogan is negated by failing to do even the most …read more