“Sorry, We’re Not Interested in Basketball” — The Story of How Adidas Missed the Billion-Dollar Boat

It’s early 1984, and Nike is in trouble. Basketball? That world belonged to Converse and Adidas. Converse had Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Adidas had Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. And Nike? A meager 17% market share, an embarrassing foothold in the game, and no stars in their court. Nike needed a miracle. Enter a promising college player, […]

Finding Comfort in Your Own Voice

It’s a curious paradox, isn’t it? We spend so much of our energy bolstering others that we sometimes neglect to nurture our own spirit. Yet, the truth is, we all have moments of doubt, uncertainty, and weariness.

Of the Termination of the National Emergency Declaration on Zimbabwe: The devil is in the fine print

It’s crucial to recognize that while the termination of the national emergency declaration may indicate a potential reevaluation of U.S. policy towards Zimbabwe, it does not automatically lift the sanctions imposed under ZIDERA

Botswana’s stance on Zimbabwean cross-border movement: A call for leadership

Members of Parliament from Botswana, spanning both the ruling party and the opposition, have jointly voiced their rejection of a proposed reciprocal agreement allowing Zimbabweans to enter Botswana with only identity cards, bypassing the need for passports.

Economic Chess Moves: Passport-Free Travel Between Zimbabwe and Botswana Sparks Strategic Trade Shifts

Zimbabwe, grappling with the collapse of its manufacturing industries, heavily relies on imports for basic necessities, predominantly from South Africa. Botswana, recognizing the economic potential, seeks to tap into this trade flow, notably in Francis Town.