Miguel Mendonca
Zimbabwean journalist and author
Born
August 2nd, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Zimbabwe
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Born in Zimbabwe, a journalist and author contributed significantly to media discourse. Specialized in issues affecting social justice, development, and environmental sustainability. Wrote extensively about the political landscape in Zimbabwe and the Southern African region. Focused on grassroots movements and human rights, examining the interplay between governance and community challenges. Authored several influential works, exploring the implications of policy decisions on marginalized communities.
Published works on social justice
Investigative journalism on human rights
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