One of Zimbabwe’s leading economist and commentator, John Robertson has died. Robinson died this morning at his home in Harare after suffering a stroke several weeks ago.
Born 1937 in Bulawayo, Robertson trained at the Technical College and later became a technician with the Air Force, specialising in radio communications.
He later enrolled at the University of Rhodesia and obtained honours degree in Economics from London University.
John will be remembered as a seasoned economist who always supported his opinions and views with substantial research and statistics.
