Salary vs Time There’s something about the concept of a salary that continues to fascinate and reveal itself to me over time. It’s as if it’s designed to hide its true nature from us when we first receive it, only slowly showing its reality as our lives change. I’ve often found myself looking at someone’s income with questions. For some, I wonder, "How do you make this work for a family?" when the number seems too small. For others—those I consider privileged top earners—who claim it's still...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
The Euphoria of Interbank Games Ever had a week start so well it feels surreal? Mine began with an unexpected adrenaline rush: I witnessed the electrifying finals of the Interbank Games’ tug-of-war championship. And wow it’s been years since I felt that kind of raw competitive energy. Picture this: Teams of bankers, sleeves rolled up, digging their heels into the mud. The crowd roaring, ropes straining, and that heart-pounding moment when momentum swings in a split second. It wasn’t just a...
3 months ago • 1 min read
lessons from Car Boss Car Wash Over the weekend, I visited my colleague’s new car wash in Bindura—a venture that had just passed its first month of operation. What surprised me most were the fascinating business dynamics at play, along with these key lessons: Lesson 1: Don’t Fear Competition As I walked 400–500m from the bus stop to her car wash, I noticed two busy car washes along the way. Hers was the third. Later, when l boarded the bus back home, I spotted another one directly opposite...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Take a Break You’ve heard the saying: “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Well, in today’s hyper-connected, fast-paced world, this age-old wisdom rings truer than ever. Think about it: Centuries ago, traveling 100 kilometers took days. Today? A quick hour-long drive or train ride. Technology has supercharged how we work, connect, and compete—whether with the business down the street or halfway across the globe. Speed is essential. Miss a beat, and opportunities slip away. But here’s...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Contextualise Solutions Over the past few years, we have witnessed remarkable innovations in fields such as AI, AR, drones, and EVs, among others. For those of us on the African continent, a developing part of the world, we often find ourselves as recipients rather than creators of these technologies. This brings me to an important thought I’d like to share today. These technologies clearly serve as solutions to problems we face as a global community. They challenge the status quo and enable...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Diasporan comeback moves I wanted to take a moment to share some thoughts that have been on my mind regarding a trend I’ve observed over the past few years. It’s something that has left me both curious and contemplative, and I’d love to hear your perspective on it. Over the years, I’ve noticed a growing number of people who had previously moved abroad—often in search of better opportunities and a brighter future—returning to Zimbabwe. At first glance, this trend doesn’t quite make sense to...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Love is in the air Valentine's Day evolved from a narrative of martyrdom. It was believed a priest in the 3rd century defied the orders of Roman Emperor Claudius the Second who banned marriages of young soldiers. Which Valentine performed in secret, Christian weddings and was executed in 269 AD. Though the day has been commercialised, till to day the day has retained its core theme of expressing affection either through grand gestures or simple acts of kindness. The day is full of excitement,...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Shepherd Leadership Style I have had the privilege to attend a leadership course at my church. Every time there is a new executive sworn in a leadership course is hosted to help put every leader on the same page. It is very necessary to do this since church leadership usually is not about merit, people choose who they like to assume leadership positions depending on how they perceive them at any given election time. What this does is it puts people from all walks of life in the same WhatsApp...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Dream Big Last week, I attended a goal-setting workshop led by Coach Tanya Richard—and let me tell you, it was a game-changer. One idea stuck with me long after the session ended: “If your goal feels 100% comfortable, it’s not a goal. It’s a to-do list item.” Sound harsh? Maybe. But here’s the truth he shared: Your goals should feel incompatible with your current self. The magic happens when your “future self” and “current self” aren’t quite in sync. According to Coach Tanya, meaningful goals...
8 months ago • 1 min read