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1 month ago | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Tafadzwa Mhlanga |Mthandazo Nyoni |Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
I FACILITATED a training session with the Institute of Global Leadership and Administration on the Psychology of Driver Management. One of the key topics we explored was emotional intelligence — a critical skill for effective leadership and personal growth. During the session, I asked participants to identify five emotions they were sitting with at that moment. What unfolded was both revealing and deeply concerning: The men in the room could not identify a single emotion.
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1 month ago | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Tinashe Kairiza |Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa |Tafadzwa Mhlanga
AS Women’s Month unfolds, I find myself reflecting on the women who have shaped my journey, women who have embodied the spirit of resilience, collaboration, and unyielding feminist power. Among them, Everjoice Jeketa Win, affectionately known as EJ, stands out as a beacon of inspiration. Win was not just a colleague; she was a mentor, a sister, and a force of nature whose presence in my life was transformative.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
newsday.co.zw | Grace Chirenje
Opinion LAST week, I found myself in a heartfelt conversation with my beloved uncle. He recounted a touching story about a girl he barely knew, who had approached him with a vulnerable plea for help.
She was in dire need of money to buy food. This encounter left a profound impact on him, and as he shared it with me, it also stirred something deep within my soul.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Tinashe Kairiza |Julia Ndlela |Mthandazo Nyoni
LAST week, I found myself in a heartfelt conversation with my beloved uncle. He recounted a touching story about a girl he barely knew, who had approached him with a vulnerable plea for help. She was in dire need of money to buy food. This encounter left a profound impact on him, and as he shared it with me, it also stirred something deep within my soul.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Shame Makoshori |Julia Ndlela |Tinashe Kairiza
THE recent fires in Los Angeles serve as a stark reminder of the escalating impact of climate change on our planet. As flames engulfed vast areas, communities were left to grapple with the devastation, witnessing not only the loss of homes and livelihoods but also the destruction of cherished landscapes and ecosystems. The air filled with smoke, and the skies turned ominous, reflecting a growing crisis that has become all too familiar.
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Dec 20, 2024 | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Julia Ndlela |Tinashe Kairiza |Tendai Makaripe
AS we step into the dawn of a new year, a time traditionally filled with hope and new beginnings, I find myself reflecting on the transformative moments that shape our lives. One such moment was a chance encounter that has left an indelible mark on my perspective. It was an ordinary day, yet it unfolded into something extraordinary when I met Tony - a man whose presence exudes an aura of positivity, self-awareness, and compassion.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Shame Makoshori |Tafadzwa Mhlanga |Freeman Makopa
I REMEMBER it like it was yesterday. I had spent a year loafing at home as I nursed my poor, young broken heart from all the rejections I received from universities. With each failed application, my hope began to wane.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
newsday.co.zw | Grace Chirenje
In the vibrant heart of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second largest city and one of my very favourite places on earth, lies Holiday Inn, a beacon of hospitality and warmth. During a recent work assignment, I had the privilege of meeting an extraordinary individual who embodies the essence of exceptional service: Leopold Hapazari.
His dedication, humility, and genuine joy in serving others set a remarkable standard for the service industry in Zimbabwe and beyond.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
theindependent.co.zw | Grace Chirenje |Freeman Makopa |Melody Chikono |Tinashe Kairiza
In the vibrant heart of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second largest city and one of my very favourite places on earth, lies Holiday Inn, a beacon of hospitality and warmth. During a recent work assignment, I had the privilege of meeting an extraordinary individual who embodies the essence of exceptional service: Leopold Hapazari. His dedication, humility, and genuine joy in serving others set a remarkable standard for the service industry in Zimbabwe and beyond.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
newsday.co.zw | Grace Chirenje
My recent visit to South Africa provided a profound opportunity to immerse myself in the daily lives of individuals from high-density suburbs and places outside where I normally visit for work-related purposes. This experience not only opened my eyes to the rich story of South African culture, but also offered a stark contrast to my own experiences in Zimbabwe.
