The price of going home: Christmas boxes and the final return from South Africa to Zimbabwe

Saana Hansen Each December, long-distance buses, minibus taxis and private cars stream northwards from South Africa as Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s second biggest city, prepares for its annual ritual: the seasonal homecoming of “injiva” – migrants returning for Christmas. The old industrial city, where businesses have declined and shops and restaurants struggle to survive, fills temporarily with…

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Twilight: Giving Voice To Senior Citizens and Retired Professionals

With Rejoice Ngwenya Breaking News: Senior Citizens, Retired Professionals and Pensioneers – Listen Up! Throughout the history of mankind, especially in Africa, older persons have always been viewed with unbridled dignity and respect. Due to their invaluable life experience, their advice and counsel to younger generations, family and community has been held in high esteem….

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