Linda Tsungirirai Masarira

1/2 We all have a responsibility to mend our broken social fabric as Zimbabweans. No rocket scientist will come and fix our problems for us. Stop complaining and start acting. You have a role to play in the new trajectory of nation building in Zimbabwe. #TogetherWeCan #LEAD

🇿🇼 ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE Day 4 – Women of the Liberation Struggle Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle was not fought by men alone. It was carried on the shoulders of courageous women who refused to be confined by the limitations imposed on them by colonialism and patriarchy. Women were fighters, strategists, messengers, nurses, mothers, and pillars of resistance. They crossed borders, carried supplies, gathered intelligence, and in many cases, took up arms to defend the dream of a free Zimbabwe. They endured unimaginable hardship not for recognition but for freedom. Yet history has not always given them the honour they deserve. As we walk the Road to Independence, we must restore the rightful place of women in the story of our nation. We must acknowledge that without women, there would be no liberation. Honouring women is not just about remembering their role in the past. It is about ensuring their full participation in the present and future. A truly independent Zimbabwe must be a nation where women are not marginalized, silenced, or excluded but empowered, respected, and leading. The liberation struggle opened the door to freedom. It is our responsibility to ensure that women walk fully through it. 🇿🇼 #ZimAt46

As @LEADPartyZim we wrote to Parliament to consider proportional representation (Zebra list) to elect mps and councillors if the President is to be voted for in parliament. That alone will ensure gender balance and equal participation enshrined in Section 17 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.

As @LEADPartyZim we wrote to Parliament to consider proportional representation (Zebra list) to elect mps and councillors if the President is to be voted for in parliament. That alone will ensure gender balance and equal participation enshrined in Section 17 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.

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The greatest enemy of knowledge is ignorance. Knowledge is power and it will forever govern ignorance. The greatest slaves are those who can not learn and relearn. Your knowledge is based on what you have learnt. What you have learnt is not all. There are more things to learn in this life. Your attitude toward problems is based on your level of knowledge. All tragedies of human experience are due to ignorance. Our degree of ignorance will determine how the enemy will gain on us, prey on us and defraud us. Problems can not be solved on the same level of awareness that created them. There are many who are smart but not wise. Education does not bring wisdom. A person can spend the whole of his/her life learning the wrong things. What is education? Education is progressive discovery of our own ignorance. Real education is to know the extent of your ignorance. Age is not wisdom. A person can be an expert in ignorance. A person can also learn everything about nothing. Fear is a product of ignorance. When one is at the mercy of ignorance, it will control such a life. It is worse to be ignorant of your own ignorance. Ignorance costs more than education. Experimentation is an admission of ignorance. Ignorance is never out of style. It was in fashion yesterday. It is on the market today, and it will set the pace of tomorrow. The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you do not know anything about. The most tragic ignorance is ignorance about one self, that is, ignorance about your destiny. It is better to be unborn than untaught. There is nothing more foolish than ignorance in action. Sincere ignorance "equals gross stupidity. Ignorance, therefore, is the root of most problems. That is, when there is no understanding. God bless you!

Political Party Roundtable on the Constitutional Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026 Join us as political parties share their perspectives, unpack the implications of the Bill, and engage in a critical conversation on Zimbabwe’s democratic trajectory. Friday, 20 March 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM 📍 X Space: @ercafrica Be part of the conversation..... #ElectionsZW

ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE Day 2 – The Spirit of the Liberation Struggle The liberation struggle was not only fought with weapons. It was fought with courage, conviction, and a belief that Zimbabweans deserved freedom in their own land. Men and women from villages, towns, farms, and schools answered the call of history. They left their homes, crossed borders, endured hardship, and risked their lives for a dream that was a free Zimbabwe. What united them was not wealth, tribe, or status. It was a shared conviction that our nation must belong to its people. The spirit of the liberation struggle was rooted in unity, sacrifice, discipline, and patriotism. These were the values that sustained the struggle and ultimately delivered independence. Today, as we continue the Road to Independence, we must ask ourselves an important question: Do we still carry the spirit that built this nation? Nation-building requires the same courage and unity that defined the liberation struggle. It requires leaders and citizens who place the interests of the nation above personal gain. Zimbabwe’s future will not be shaped by rhetoric alone. It will be shaped by the values we choose to live by. If we truly honour the spirit of the liberation struggle, then we must commit ourselves to building a Zimbabwe that is just, prosperous, united, and proud. The struggle gave us freedom. Our responsibility is to give that freedom meaning. 🇿🇼 #ZimAt46

Why Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Debate Matters for African Democracy harareoponion.co.zw By Linda Tsungirirai Masarira Across Africa, constitutional reform has become one of the defining political questions of the 21st century. From Kenya to South Africa, from Senegal to Ghana, debates about institutional design continue to shape how democracies evolve on the continent. Zimbabwe’s current debate over Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 must therefore be understood not simply as a domestic political dispute, but as part of a broader continental conversation about governance, accountability and institutional resilience. Like many African states, Zimbabwe inherited constitutional frameworks shaped by colonial legacies, liberation struggles and post-independence political compromises. Over time, these frameworks inevitably require reform as societies evolve and new governance challenges emerge. The introduction of Amendment Bill No. 3 has sparked intense debate within Zimbabwe. The proposals include extending presidential and parliamentary terms from five to seven years, electing the President through Parliament, abolishing the Gender Commission, transferring certain electoral responsibilities from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission to the Registrar-General’s Office, and establishing a Delimitation Commission. Some of these proposals deserve thoughtful consideration. Others raise legitimate concerns about democratic accountability. Across Africa, many countries operate under parliamentary systems where the President is elected by Parliament rather than through direct national elections. South Africa and Botswana provide regional examples of such governance models. These systems reduce personality-driven politics and strengthen the role of institutions in governance. However, such arrangements function effectively only when parliamentary representation accurately reflects the electorate. Zimbabwe currently uses a First-Past-The-Post electoral system, which often produces disproportionate outcomes. Introducing proportional representation will therefore strengthen democratic legitimacy by ensuring broader political representation. At the same time, proposals to abolish institutions that promote gender equality raise concerns about inclusivity. Across Africa, women remain underrepresented in political leadership despite progress in some countries such as Rwanda and Namibia. Strengthening gender institutions remains essential to building inclusive democracies. Similarly, the independence of electoral management bodies remains a central pillar of democratic credibility across the continent. Any reforms that weaken electoral institutions risk undermining public confidence in democratic processes. Zimbabwe’s constitutional debate highlights a broader challenge facing many African democracies: how to balance political stability with democratic accountability. The goal of constitutional reform should never be to consolidate political power but to design institutions that promote effective governance, citizen participation and long-term development. If approached thoughtfully, constitutional reform can strengthen democratic institutions across Africa. If driven by political mistrust and short-term interests, however, it risks deepening divisions and weakening democratic progress. Zimbabwe’s constitutional moment therefore carries lessons not only for its own citizens, but for the broader African democratic project. Linda Tsungirirai Masarira is the President of the Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD) and a Zimbabwean political leader, labour rights advocate and policy commentator. She writes on governance, constitutional reform, economic justice and democratic development in Africa.

Abolishing the Zimbabwe Gender Commission will be a dangerous step backwards harareopinion.co.zw By Linda Tsungirirai Masarira President – Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats (LEAD) The recent proposal to abolish the Zimbabwe Gender Commission has sparked debate across governance and human rights circles. While it is important for nations to constantly review the effectiveness of their institutions, abolishing the Gender Commission will be a grave mistake that risks reversing hard-won gains toward equality, justice and social stability. Zimbabwe’s Constitution recognises the importance of gender equality as a foundational principle of democratic governance. Gender justice is not a peripheral matter. It is a core pillar of social development, economic inclusion and national progress. Institutions such as the Zimbabwe Gender Commission were created precisely because structural inequalities between men and women have historically limited women’s participation in political, economic and social life. To abolish the Commission would signal that the struggle for equality is no longer a priority for the nation. Yet the lived realities of many Zimbabwean women tell a very different story. Across our country, women continue to face significant barriers. Gender-based violence remains widespread. Women remain under-represented in political leadership and economic decision-making spaces. Many women in rural communities struggle to access land ownership, capital, healthcare and legal protection. In the labour market, women continue to face wage disparities and precarious working conditions. These challenges can not simply be wished away by dismantling the institutions designed to confront them. The Zimbabwe Gender Commission plays a critical role in monitoring gender equality, investigating violations, advising government on policy reforms and ensuring that the constitutional promise of equality is not merely symbolic but actionable. Without such an oversight body, gender issues risk becoming invisible within the broader machinery of government. Those advocating for the abolition of the Commission often argue that Zimbabwe already has multiple oversight institutions and that consolidating them could reduce administrative costs. While efficiency in public institutions is indeed important, the solution can not be to erase gender oversight altogether. Gender equality is a specialised field requiring dedicated research, advocacy and monitoring. Expecting other commissions or ministries to absorb these responsibilities without losing focus is unrealistic and potentially harmful. The real conversation Zimbabwe should be having is not whether the Gender Commission should exist but how it can be strengthened to deliver more impactful outcomes. Like many institutions in developing democracies, the Commission faces limitations in funding, enforcement powers, and public awareness. These are the areas that require reform. A stronger Gender Commission could expand community outreach, particularly in rural areas where women often lack access to justice mechanisms. It could improve monitoring of gender-based violence cases and ensure stronger coordination with law enforcement and the judiciary. It could also play a more active role in promoting women’s economic empowerment through policy recommendations that address barriers to finance, land ownership, and entrepreneurship. Strengthening institutions is the hallmark of mature democracies. Weakening them is the path toward institutional fragility. Zimbabwe can not afford to retreat from its constitutional commitment to gender equality. A nation that marginalises half of its population undermines its own development potential. Women are not merely beneficiaries of equality; they are essential drivers of economic growth, social cohesion and national transformation. Countries that invest in gender equality consistently experience better development outcomes.

@passmoreRuzwa Ndeako here makumbo acho? What I do with my legs is none of your business!

@lilomatic Maakugona kuvhara makumbo here

🇿🇼 ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE Countdown to 18 April Day 1 – Today Remembering the Price of Freedom Zimbabwe’s independence was not given to us as a gift. It was won through sacrifice, courage, and the blood of thousands who believed that this land belonged to its people. The liberation struggle was not merely a fight for a flag or a national anthem. It was a struggle for dignity, sovereignty, and the right of Africans to determine their own destiny. As we begin this journey towards Independence Day, we must remember that freedom carries responsibility. The responsibility to build a nation worthy of the sacrifices of those who came before us. Independence is not only about remembering the past. It is about shaping the future. A truly independent Zimbabwe must be a nation where justice prevails, where opportunity is shared, and where every citizen has a stake in the prosperity of our country. As we count down to Independence Day, let us recommit ourselves to the unfinished work of nation building. Zimbabwe belongs to all of us and its future depends on what we do today. 🇿🇼 Linda Tsungirirai Masarira 🇿🇼

@GivenMarim14182 I have attended 3 independence day comemeorations so far and never heard any zanupf slogan being chanted nor seen any zanupf regalia

@mugraduate_ Our traditional.native dressing did not cover shoulders even after the cloth was being used. Taingosunga rutivi rumwe chete! Spare us your eurocentric views and let me be proudly Rozvi, Proudly Zimbabwean and Proudly African

@lilomatic Woregawo kunyadzisira neflag yedu. One of our identities as Zimbabwe is dressing that shows decency and dignity. You may need to consider a covering your shoulders at least if this is about Zimbabwe.

@tapiwa_chiriga @AdmireAlikoko @MupambiAbigale Mmm inga

@AdmireAlikoko @lilomatic @MupambiAbigale Bogus hombe

I extend my warmest congratulations to @MupambiAbigale on her appointment as Deputy High Commissioner & Secretary General of the Southern Africa Human Rights Lawyers High Commission (SAHRL). My sister, I wish you great success as you take on this important responsibility in advancing justice and accountability.

@Miss_Halimatu Wow

A beautiful gesture of respect and gratitude. 🌟🚗 Cristiano Ronaldo surprising the parents of Sadio Mané with a brand-new Mahindra Scorpio — a moment that shows true brotherhood and appreciation for the people who raised a legend. ❤️🤍🙏

@KMarazanye Kutotanga kuona nezvazvo ipapa

@lilomatic MaMoyo sei vakadzi vasingamiri nemadzimai anoshungurudzwa ku Bhuruwayo oro Matebeleland nemhaka yekuti maShona?

@NyonyanaKaManzi @africaIYP youtu.be/8l02PUOkXGQ?si…

@africaIYP Clearly reading a script it’s not sounding organic

@CChiutsi @africaIYP Is there any rule that says I should not prepare my presentation???

@africaIYP Linda are we here to listen you busy reading

@goraprince20 @africaIYP Since you have issues with my prepare speech you can watch that where I didn't use a prepared presentation youtu.be/8l02PUOkXGQ?si…