I’m wondering if there are like minded folk on this sub. People into home labbing, self hosting and general tech tinkering. I’m not necessarily talking about those $10000 setups you see online (although a tour would be nice) but I’m also talking about small simple setups. It would be nice to talk to people in this community around zim and share interests.
Hello friends, l hope l find you well. l am 24 M.
Friends l recently completed my degree in Public Management and Governance at Midlands State University. Now I am at that beginning, which every graduate knows: where the education ends and the actual test begins.
I am looking for any opportunities. A role, a project, a conversation that leads somewhere in public management, governance, NGO programme work, policy research, community development initiatives, or anywhere in the governance space where my thinking and background can be useful.
I am not looking for the perfect position. I am looking for a place to contribute honestly, meaningfully, and grow seriously.
If you know of something or know someone who might, I would be genuinely grateful to be pointed in that direction. A share a recommendation, a referral, or even a message goes further than we can realize.
I am ready. I just need the door.
📩 📩 📩 Open to opportunities in Harare and beyond.
Every time I open social media, it’s local youths flexing lifestyle habits they clearly cannot afford on a Zimbabwean salary. Eating out at high-end spots every weekend, posting champagne bottles, and acting like inflation isn't real.We all know the economic reality of this country. Who are we trying to fool? This pressure to look rich is driving people into shady deals or massive debt just to maintain an aesthetic for people who don't care about them. It’s pathetic.
From the initial perceived improvements to the natio to various forms of ethnic cleansing and a war that although was not about living space for the shona, was the catalyst to the downfall of our country. The Ostracization and fundamental ethnic cleansing of a land owning minority regardless of how they were perceived to getting the land and now reparations, we could even go further about this. The defense of this illegal land grab by the majority is also something akin to Nazism. This is also because now we see some have been given back the land because land reform was not done by the government but was state sanctioned, like the land of the broken knives. Maybe there was no Mein kampf, but the massacre of the ndebele by a special brigade is akin to that of the SS and Einsatzgruppen. I could go further but it could be just parallels between nationalist dictators and fear being weaponised by the stare. What do yall think
I came on here 3 months ago asking if my Roora prices were fair. Background: my wife now is an aerospace engineer from Masvingo and her family had charged $5000 and 6 cows etc
The update is, I married my woman and we had a lovely ceremony. We were on Zoom her family in Zimbabwe. My mother and brother travelled there and were part of the ceremony. I stayed behind with my wife.
But we had a lovely day. I paid the $5000, cows and groceries and they accepted me very well
She organized an event for them, like a party with beautiful decor like it was a real wedding with cakes and beautiful African outfits that matched ours It was amazing
I am officially a Zimbabwean “Mukasha “
And I now know how to clap my hands so they make a sound 👏
Thank you for your help and those that helped me feel confident with the process. You have a lovely culture. Even in our home her culture radiates and I feel amazing being with her. I could go on and on lmfao
When I made the post a few months ago, I got interesting comments on how I know about Masvingo and how I sent out the list in Shona - I am married to a Zimbabwean woman. Why would I not know where she comes from
If I am planning to spend the rest of my life with her and from my understanding, it’s difficult to translate the list to Shona so I pasted it as it was. I just found it interesting why people were shocked by me being invested in Zimbabwean culture.
Okay, I've had enough of zva Chivayo, in an attempt to change topics I've decided to speak on a topic most don't.
What is it about Zim men and them feeling comfortable peeing in public anywhere and anytime.
I remember when I lived in the Ghetto, men and kids (mostly male) of all ages felt totally comfortable stopping anywhere and just peeing, sometimes in front of children and women that are clearly approaching him from behind and can see his gear shift.
I personally don't feel comfortable as a man to just pee in public, If I'm very pressed, I'll go far away from people hide myself behind a tree, bushes etc and pee. But some men even if they are near a toilet, they would rather go behind a tree (whilst somewhat still in. Public view and just pee).
I once walked from the supermarket and was behind a random guy, the dude in front of me literally started peeing as he was walking in the middle of the road at night, I literally had to walk ku side kwe (road mu garden re mumwe munhu) so as to avoid stepping in his urine....
Wtf?....
Zimbabwe has a problem when it comes to the ideology of how men should be and how they should represent themselves in society and this is very wrong, I personally believe that everyone has to be themselves and love whatever they are into.
To those that don't know toxic masculinity it refers to cultural norms and expectations associated with manhood that harm men, women, and society as a whole. It is not an attack on men, masculinity, or traditional male traits like strength, leadership, or protectiveness. Instead, it describes a specific subset of rigid standards that force men to suppress emotions, assert power through control, and avoid anything perceived as vulnerable or "weak." This includes the type of women you should be with the interests you should have and how you should approach situations.
This thing of saying that man should be very muscular rough bold and assert dominance is not a great way to have better men in today's society, it affects the newer generation, and this may lead to various issues. Males of all ages feel like they are not enough or they feel like they lack basic requirements for being a "man."
Relationships will be built on asserting dominance, there will be a lot of social pressure, depression anxiety you name it.
Why is this a normal thing in Zimbabwe, do you think its an issue to control or let go ?
Tese tichangofa. And once you die, you are gone. Nothing else. It does not matter whether people mourn you or laugh/celebrate. You are both gone, and will be decomposed soon. Rich or poor. So why laugh at a person who lived their life to the fullest? Especially when you are a pauper and will likely die a pauper too. All this humility stuff is overrated. It doesn't gain you anything if you really think about it.
I genuinely want to understand this because I’ve noticed it happening quite a few times.
I was walking with my 16-year-old cousin recently, and she’s very small and looks closer to 12. An older man who looked around 40 approached her and asked what school she went to. She told him she was 14, and he still continued being persistent.
This isn’t the first time I’ve seen older men approach girls who are clearly very young. I honestly don’t understand what the thought process is, especially when they find out the girl is underage and still continue pursuing her.
Idk, men, can you actually come forward and explain this? 😭 Is this something that’s culturally normalized in Zimbabwe, or is there another reason this seems to happen so often?
I dont know if most people know BLENDR but...
Let’s be honest, local corporate jobs are a dead end. I’m starting to learn Blender today because digital skills are the only way to earn USD from international clients while living here.I see people wasting time on degrees that don't pay. I'm giving myself 6 months to master 3D modeling from scratch.
Today marks Day 1 of my Blender journey. I am starting completely from scratch with the famous donut tutorial. My long-term goal is to create 3D animations that show a futuristic, sci-fi version of Zimbabwe.
I know it's a massive learning curve, but I want to document the whole thing here to stay accountable. Here is to day one! If you are a local digital artist, please drop your handles below so I can see what is possible.
Tag Along.
Hello guys, I hope I find you well. For those going to Jacaranda Festival enjoy yourself the weather today is verrrrry nicccccce. I was wondering what gift have I bought myself on my birthday and I was like nothing absolutely nothing my birthday is in November I'm that type of guy where I don't post on socials or whatsApp status if I get messages from my close family and friends I'm good with it. If presents come then bhoo zvekuti cake forget and smile kkk. So I was wondering my fellow redditors what gifts have you bought yourself this year just to be grateful for a year added on your life???
Hi, does anyone know where best to learn Shona in the UK?
I am British and about to marry a Zimbabwean girl in three weeks time. We went to Zim in August to pay lobola and for her to do tombstones for family in Kumusha. However, I am not learning to speak Shona fast enough and I’d love to speak to her and her family in Shona, and also understand the funny murungu comments passers-by make when I inevitably return to Zim.
To all my boys out there trying to make ends meet, hustling in this tough Zim economic landscape or navigating through unfamiliar environments abroad, keep on the grind bro zvichazongo maker sense eventually.
I started learning to play the Mbira a couple years ago. Thought I'd share some of the resources I've come across for anyone who is curious.
When I started, I looked into 2 types of Mbira, the Nhare and the Nyunganyunga. While the nyunganyunga seems easier to learn, I came to the conclusion that the Nhare is more interesting, with a deeper repertoire and more learning resources as well as more cultural significance.
I bought my instrument from Garikai Tirikoti, a master mbira maker and player located in Chitungwiza. I think his instruments hit the sweet spot of cost and quality. You can get cheaper or more expensive options. There are also many other makers of good instruments, with different sound characteristics. Tirikoti himself makes several 'tunings' of Mbira. The one I bought is a Nhemamusasa mbira, which is the most common starting point.
As for lessons, the Zimbabwe Mbira channel on YouTube is a great starting point. Learnmbira.com by Joel Laviolette also has excellent lessons. It's a paid site but he has been generous enough to make it free for Zimbabweans.
Mbira players like Tirikoti, Muda Magaya, Bezel Makombe (played for a long time with Mapfumo) etc also offer lessons and it's definitely the best way to learn if time and funds allow.
In the video above I am playing Mahororo.
When people say ‘tipe ma V 11”. Where did the ‘V 11’ come from. I’ve tried googling but nothing.
Let’s call it what it is: a diabolical corporate hustle disguised as spirituality. These celebrity prophets have mastered the ultimate tax-free business model.
They monetize hope and weaponize desperation in an economy where normal families are struggling to buy basic groceries. Thousands of people line up every week to hand over their last few USD as "seed money" for miracles, while these leaders live like CEOs. If they actually cared about the people, why aren't church funds building clinics or digging boreholes in high-density suburbs?
Instead, the revenue goes straight to foreign luxury SUVs, mega-mansions, and designer suits while the congregation goes home to darkness because of ZESA. The most toxic part is the psychological manipulation if you remain poor, they tell you it’s because your "seed" wasn't big enough.
We have completely substituted financial literacy and hard work for the delusion of miracle money. Are we so blinded by fear that we can't see we are just customers to these millionaires?
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared the late businessman Wicknell Chivayo Provincial hero status following his death in a helicopter crash on Wednesday. This was announced by Youth Minister Tino Machakaire who is also a Zanu PF Politburo member.
Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Minister Tino Machakaire has announced that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has granted businessman Wicknell Chivayo Provincial Hero status.
ZBC
