In a dramatic development, it appears the reign of terror perpetrated by the failed, corrupt and illegitimate Zanu PF is finally bearing fruit. The resultant fear has so thoroughly overwhelmed its citizens that their rational thought processes seem to have been replaced with utter irrationality. Far be it from me to deride these terror-stricken individuals, but their newfound line of reasoning certainly warrants scrutiny, if not outright censure. A particular point of contention is the notion that Scarfmore and Ramaphosa should engage in dialogue – a suggestion that, quite frankly, reeks of irresponsibility and could spell disaster for the nation. The last thing Zimbabwe needs is a talk on xenophobia.

Rather than indulging in a frivolous discussion on xenophobia, it is imperative to identify and address the underlying causes leading to such symptoms of societal dysfunction. This job, contrary to popular belief, cannot and should not be left to two self-serving individuals parading as leaders – yes, Ramaphosa is as ineffective as Scarfmore. Despite being a member of the SADC, Ramaphosa has consistently failed to condemn the gross violations of fundamental human and property rights, or the mutilation of the supreme law, or the illegitimacy of the failed Zanu PF. These are the very issues that breed xenophobia.

The root of this catastrophe lies within the fabric of Zanu PF itself, a party riddled with corruption, illegitimacy, and criminal elements. Their prime focus is on exploitation and pillage, leading to a political fallout that has progressively stripped them of their essential popular support. As any political pundit would affirm, popular will is a crucial pillar for political legitimacy. Without it, a leader loses their moral authority.

For instance, recall the biblical tale of Jonah. When God commanded him to go to Nineveh, Jonah initially resisted, mistakenly believing that God lacked the moral authority to issue such a directive. God, however, proved that with legitimate authority came systems to ensure obedience – a lesson severely lacking for illegitimate leaders like Scarfmore and his party.

Zimbabwe, like Nineveh, suffers under an illegitimate regime lacking popular support and moral authority. They are thus incapable of enforcing vital measures such as crackdowns on corruption within parastatals. Without this moral authority, translated into political legitimacy, enforcement mechanisms and institutions to curb destructive behaviors like looting and plundering remain absent.

Understanding the importance of political legitimacy, clearly deficient within Zanu PF, we can begin to comprehend the mechanics of xenophobia. Xenophobia stems from the misguided perception of Zimbabweans as parasites draining the South African economy. However, this is a fallacy. Proposing a dialogue between Scarfmore and the equally ineffective Ramaphosa is nonsensical. It overlooks the reasons driving the mass migration of Zimbabweans into South Africa, a nation ironically still dominated by minority land ownership.