Ditima’s shadow

In a country where state and private media are so polarised, Zimbabweans have, like children in a divorce, been forced to pick a camp. But one area of life where people of different political affiliations are united is the love for sport. As such, the sports section of the 8 o’clock news and the back pages in which sports journalists reside are seen as neutral territory.

The nation is united in grief following the death of popular sports caster, Chengetai Ditima, known for his sing-song commentary style. After seeing only a short life of 42 years, Ditima’s signature line seems sadly prophetic: ‘Life is but a shadow. One minute it’s here and the next it is gone.’ – Till next week, my pen is capped. Jerà Twitter: @JeraAfrika

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