Our eyes were glued to the screen as we watched the situation in Zimbabwe unfold. Hardly anyone could have predicted a military intervention would eventually result in the end of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe's 37-year term. Since Zimbabwe has been under the leadership of one individual for such a long time, much speculation has flown towards what President Emmerson Mnangagwa must focus on to turn around the country. Some of those speculating about his plans have been sceptical, saying it seems unlikely he will be passionate about changing the very system in which he served as deputy president. Others are more hopeful that he might just be the change that the country needs. Mnangagwa recently gave insights into his priorities, citing economic growth and a new cabinet as the primary areas of focus. This significant and unexpected change means that the discussions about what should ideally be on his agenda will continue for a while. All of a sudden, the person on the stree...
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