16 December 2003
I write as I please - weekly column by Wilf Mbanga
"For someone coming from the third world, the public transport service in the first world is marvelous indeed. I would even say that the most impressive thing about the Netherlands, for me, is the abundance, cleanliness and efficiency of public transport."

13 December 2003
I write as I please - weekly column by Wilf Mbanga
"After a recent visit to Amsterdam, I have come to realize that the people of Tilburg are very special. People here are friendly and will often engage in conversation with a total stranger."

9 December 2003
I write as I please - weekly column by Wilf Mbanga
"My only daughter arrives at Schipol airport today to visit me in my delightful Tilburg exile from the agonies of Zimbabwe. Filled with joy at thought of this reunion – happy airport – unlike zim – Harare once like that – a place of family joy and reunion but in the past few years has become."

9 December 2003
Special edition of banned newspaper during meeting Commonwealth

During the Commonwealth meeting in Abuja (Nigeria) the banned Daily News from Zimbabwe has published a special edition. (with round-up of newsclippings of the actions against opponents of the Mugabe regime in the last three years)

5 December 2003
Violence in Zimbabwe hits both white and black citizens

According to Zimbabwe Watch and NiZA the Dutch documentairy 'Blanke Angst' (White Fear; NCRV Dokwerk) about violence against white farmers in Zimbabwe underexposes the fate of the black Zimbabweans. (more in Dutch)

2 December 2003
I write as I please - weekly column by Wilf Mbanga
"Since my arrival here, I have been amazed at the significant role played by art and culture in this society. In three short weeks I have met many writers, artists, philosophers and musicians, been to several exhibitions and encountered cultural activities across a broad spectrum – all within walking distance of my little home in central Tilburg."

24 November 2003
I write as I please - weekly column by Wilf Mbanga
"Water everywhere; friendly, welcoming people; an unaccustomed awareness of freedom - these various impressions jostled for attention in my weary mind as I arrived in the Netherlands for a year of peace and sanctuary."

20 November 2003
Partners NiZA arrested in demonstration

NiZA is shocked and furious, because of the violent arrest of more than 80 activists, mainly leaders of civil society. Among the arrested are partners of NiZA.

4 November 2003
Solidarity among African leaders on EU-ACP meeting

All African leaders applauded, when the Zimbabwean representation referred to the problems in Zimbabwe as if they were caused by sanctions from the EU.
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