Reason #872 why Zimbabwe sucks.

Police bans distributing of shortwave radios.

Imagine, not only your freedom to openly speak gone, but even the freedom to listen wiped out.  As long as this crap goes on, that country's never getting anywhere.

Easy trick for anyone in elected office: whenever a tough decision comes around, check how Zimbabwe has managed a similar situation.  Then do the opposite.

ps: a quick caution to my numerous readers in Zimbabwe.  You might want to check this historical note.  Too bad this reputable suppler is currently out of stock, but I'm sure y'all can rig up something suitable.