Should Mthwakazi be a separate state?



Proposed Mthwakazi map. Credit: Mthwakazi Independent



For quite some time now, Zimbabweans have been subjected to thoughts of dividing Zimbabwe and coming up with a new state “Mthwakazi”. The envisioned Mthwakazi will encompass Matabeleland and Midlands Provinces. The party responsible for these ideas is the Mthwakazi Liberation Front (MLF). But are such notions justified?

One might begin to dissect this question by analysing the origins of such thoughts. The Gukurahundi Genocide is not far off their lips as their foremost justification. However, there has been rhetoric about letting bygones be bygones. I wonder if this is really possible considering the gross inhuman treatment these people were subjected to??? Can this really be an easy pill to swallow when recently, just recently an Army Commander is reported to have said he is not apologetic for having been part of the massacres??? 

 The region’s marginalisation, politically, socially and economically cannot be ignored even up to this day. The MLF’s ideas are probably a reflection of the sentiments and frustrations of people in Matabeleland. But is dividing Zimbabwe really the answer?

Isn't it taking the issue way too far? As Africans, shouldn't we try to work together to solve our issues? Isn't more respect for other ethnic groups the key to our problem? Wouldn't this make us stronger against our common enemy; the west, their Neo-colonialism and cultural imperialism antics? 





  

Comments

  1. Darlington23 March 2012 at 00:48

    till when guys are we gonna continue talking about imperialism and colonialism? till the second coming of the son of man? we will then fail to enjoy our stay on earth..why because its impossible to have a world without one part domineering over others. about the MLF controversy I say these guys are justified, for far too long the fight against dictatorship and cronyism has failed so..what else can be done.. espeacially for the people of Matabeleland.

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  2. Anonymous4 April 2012 at 09:53

    l will devide the counrty thus raising unnecessary hatred

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  3. Uyapo Majahana5 April 2012 at 11:13

    Your comment comes across to me as if you have already accepted being dominated (together with other Africans) Well, if thats the case, i'm shocked and disappointed to say the least. Why not fight to be the domineering one Darlington? Personally, i'd rather fight to my grave to reverse any situation that downgrades me in any way.
    Whatever happened to the strong-willed Africans???
    Has the euro-centric media's hegemonic rhetoric poisoned them???

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