As elections loom in Zimbabwe, I urge South Africa's government to call its neighbour to order as this threatens stability in the entire region.
The government has been too slow to brace itself for the mass exodus of undocumented Zimbabweans.
Elections in Zimbabwe always have a pre-determined result, with South Africa enduring that government's failings.
A government rooted in corruption will eventually fail. Zimbabwe's last "free" elections did little to help ease the suffering. Millions still die of hunger.
Emmerson Mnangagwa's regime, a continuation of Robert Mugabe's, is draining the little left of the country. Zimbabweans are facing the same demons our forefathers had to deal with.
Sky-high inflation, as a result of bad leadership, is a constant reminder.
The country is in a bad state under Mnangagwa. Just like his predecessor, continued looting is something that ought to end, if investors are to bring in much-needed foreign currency.
Rigging elections only provides political victory. An election under supervision of the international community is what is needed now.
Zimbabwe is in total darkness. A victory won by wounding and killing your opponents is no victory at all.
Considering the billions generated from the Marange diamonds, it is difficult to accept there is no money for essentials.
Zimbabwe has been on a losing streak when it comes to choosing leaders of substance.
Isn't it time South Africa considers adopting Zimbabwe? We bowed our heads in shame when the multi-million border fence was vandalised within days.
It'll cost South Africa billions.
- Letter by Ishy, Kayelitsha
