Hankie Uluko, in Malawi, fears the actions of Zimbabwe's president, Robert Mugabe, could have a widespread effect.

I know Zimbabweans as determined people, but what has happened to them that they are sitting back as one man controls their destiny towards poverty and ridicule?

If Mugabe succeeds with his plans to make himself life president, this side of Africa will plunge into an abyss of chaos as other leaders will follow his bad example.

Thursday 14th December

Kimani Wa Njuguna from Kenya is suggesting a doctor takes a look at his president

I have a nasty feeling that African politicians will reccommend a medical check-up for the Kenyan president Mwai Kibaki.

Mr Kibaki turned down an offer by members of the Kenyan National assembly for a whopping salary increase.

To many politicians, turning down an offer like this on this continent of gluttonous leaders, is equivalent to sheer madness.

I think President Kibaki has done Africa proud because there are many people in the West who truly believe that all African leaders are prone to corruption and gluttony.

They cannot, in their wildest imagination, believe an African leader would not grab any opportunity to steal and plunder public resources.

This should serve as a warning to MP's who never miss an opportunity to hike their salaries and it should also enable the voters to separate the wheat from chaff as we prepare for elections next year.

Wednesday 13th December

News that Ethiopia's former dictator, Mengistu Haile Mariam, has been found guilty in absentia after a twelve year trial, has got Kimani Wa Njuguna rejoicing in Gatundu, Kenya.

Although Mengistu may not serve the sentence he will receive because he is in exile in Zimbambwe, the conviction is very significant as far as I am concerned.

It will send clear signals to leaders, past and present, that no matter how long it takes and no matter where they are, crimes against humanity will eventually catch up with them.

I expect this conviction to make leaders who are prone to genocide start feeling hot under their collars.

Conviction of Mengistu will send the message that no matter how far a criminal of this sort runs, he can never hide from justice. This is the right step in the right direction.

I am looking forward to the time when trials on those who commit crimes against humanity will be held posthumously. This would show genocide-prone leaders that justice can follow them even to the grave.

Tuesday 12th December

Leonel Muchano in Maputo, Mozambique does not like hearing criticism of outgoing UN Secretary General Kofi Annan as he prepares to leave his position.

I would like to express my profound disappointment over the chain of text messages in the first edition of Network Africa this morning in which Kofi Annan was severely criticised.

Many listeners called Annan every unkind name in a clear signal that they have entirely forgotten all he did to bring a lasting and sustainable peace for Africa.

In the mid-90s, many African countries were plunged into dire and violent conflicts, but thanks to Annan's tireless efforts, today they can enjoy a growing peace.

In those days, fearing no returns, no investor would dare to channel funds for development programs in Africa, but today investment has almost doubled since then.

The listeners should bear in mind that in most cases the desired solution doesn't depend on Annan's own will, but mainly on those who don't like seeing Africa as a peaceful and better place to live. Thumbs up to Annan!

Monday 11th December

As thousands of Chileans have taken to the streets following the death of the country's former military ruler, Elvis Walla in Juba, Southern Sudan wants to pay tribute to General Augusto Pinochet.

General Pinochet, another great man and former president of Chile died yesterday at the age of 91.

He seized power through the barrel of his gun. Thinking he was defending his country against communist extension, his leadership style was admired by some western leaders like Margaret Thatcher of the UK.

Pinochet believed in his ability as president and commander-in-chief of Chile's armed forces. He will be remembered by the people of Chile.

In Africa, we may admire your character and bravery. Rest assured however, that in the hands of your creator, the almighty God who knows what you have done to the people of Chile, will grant you eternal hell.