Chinese Traders Fearful As Zim Uncertainty Persists

Haskins street, well known as Bulawayo street in Francistown PIC: KEOAGILE BONANG
Haskins street, well known as Bulawayo street in Francistown PIC: KEOAGILE BONANG

FRANCISTOWN: Chinese traders here have expressed fear that their businesses may collapse should the current political uncertainty in Zimbabwe become protracted.

Last week, the Zimbabwean army took over control of the government in a bid to ‘purge’ those who are believed to have ill-advised  President Robert Mugabe. The army also labelled its actions a bloodless transition of government. The recent developments have thrown the country into further political turmoil and uncertainty.

Mugabe is currently under house arrest at his private residence in the capital Harare amidst strong calls for him to step down. In fact, by the time you read this, Mugabe might have stepped down. Yesterday, Zanu PF members demanded that Mugabe leave office with immediate effect. Mugabe is said to be resisting calls to step down. The controversial leader has ruled Zimbabwe since 1980.

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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