by Nonkosi Tazibona | May 24, 2024 | Social commentary
Our relationship with the media and entertainment industry has never been a good one. Scratch that, it’s been absolutely deplorable really. From many popular movies being inundated with black characters peddling harmful racial stereotypes to depictions of black...
by Nonkosi Tazibona | May 10, 2024 | Social commentary
via GIPHY Once upon a time… She put on her tiny satchel and stepped outside into the big wide world. She was happy, her beautiful hair akin to a lion’s mane flouncing everywhere. She thought she was the most beautiful little girl there ever was. Then she saw those...
by Nonkosi Tazibona | Apr 12, 2024 | Social commentary, Zimbabwean female issues, Zimbabwean youth issues
via GIPHY HERE WE GO… So, here’s the thing, I’ve prattled on and on about patriarchy and men. Including all the nuances of patriarchy. I’ve decided to switch it up. Today I’m coming for all the women. You, me, her and all of our embarrassing toxic little...
by Nonkosi Tazibona | Mar 15, 2024 | Social commentary, Zimbabwean youth issues
spoiler: no one wins! You ask for a mirror to check if your face is pretty. You ask your friend to check whether your side profile is appealing. You fidget on your chair wondering if you look pretty. Questions like: is my lip-gloss still noticeable? Is my hair still...
