COLUMNIST: MAFA KWANISAI MAFA
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Key facts about Mafa Kwanisai Mafa:
Profession: He works as a Senior Assistant Librarian at the Midlands State University in Gweru, Zimbabwe, where he is also based.
Activism: Inspired by figures like Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and Kwame Nkrumah, he is an ardent advocate of Pan-Africanism. He is a former student leader and the founder of the Zimbabwe Pan Africanist Youth Agenda.
Commentary and Writing: He has authored numerous papers and articles discussing topics such as the Zimbabwe land question, Eurocentric hegemony, and African underdevelopment. He is a regular contributor to various publications, including Pambazuka News and Black Agenda Report, where he analyzes global politics from an African perspective.
Public Engagement: He has appeared on various local and international radio and television programs to speak on issues affecting Africa.
Recent Activity: His recent articles, such as "The Fissure of Gaza: How the Western Human Rights Order Died" and "The Long Game of Power: What China's Five-Year Plan Means for Africa," show his continued engagement with contemporary global political issues.








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