In the serene landscapes of Zimbabwe, winter unfurls its icy grip, enveloping communities in a cloak of challenges. Amidst the biting cold, women navigate a maze of compromised peace fueled by the ongoing water shortages plaguing the nation. This confluence of factors not only tests the resilience of the populace but also shines a stark …
WOMEN’S STRUGGLES DURING ZIMBABWE’S WINTER WATER SHORTAGES Read More »
[Bulawayo, Romney Park Surburb]- In a world where divisions and conflict frequently make headlines, a small community has united to demonstrate that, with open communication, empathy, and a willingness to listen, even the most seemingly intractable issues can be resolved. The Romney Park neighbourhood earlier, this year has brought together residents, business owners, and community …
COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER TO SETTLE DISPUTES AND BRING CHANGE Read More »
Babesitsho beqinisile abadala lapho bethi umuzi wonke uthunqa intuthu. Lapho kwakutshiwo ukuthi abantu loba behlalisene bengumdeni loba isigaba balakho ukungaboni ngaso linye. Ukungaboni ngaso linye kuyakwenza ukungavumelani kumbe ukulwa phakathi kwabantu. Ukungavumelani kumbe sithi ukungaboni ngokufanayo sekudale izinkinga ezinengi ebantwini. Abanye bachithekelwe yimizi, abanye balimaze abanye, abanye babulewe abanye babotshwa basemajele konke kuqale ngokungaboni ngendlela …
In today’s world, violence against women remains a pervasive issue, shrouded in silence and misunderstanding. While the physical and emotional toll of such violence is well-documented, there’s a hidden culprit often overlooked: societal expectations of femininity. Girls are taught to be polite, accommodating, and nurturing from a young age. They’re encouraged to prioritize the needs …
HOW SOCIETY’S EXPECTATIONS FUEL VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Read More »
Bulawayo – A heated dispute has been brewing in the community of Tegela over the growing problem of litter in the area. Residents are at odds over who is responsible for the trash on streets, sidewalks, and bushes. The tension arose at an online WhatsApp meeting, where tempers flared, and voices were raised. “It’s disgusting!” …
Growing up in the barren terrains of structural violence, where the mere act of accessing basic needs is an unceasing, colossal struggle, the vulnerability of Bulawayo’s urban women has been exacerbated. In the wake of the President’s declaration of a national disaster in April, the impact of the El Nio drought, water scarcity, crop failure, …
URBAN VULNERABILITY, AN EMERGING THREAT TO STRUCTURAL VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Read More »
Every time l open my eyes in the morning, l see her. I feel her pain running through my system, like someone who is being stingy by thousands of bees. When I think of her, I can feel my heart pounding like a machine gun, as if it would jump out of my chest. Seeing …
Violence has become an extensive pandemic disease in our societies. It has become an everyday meal, and people are getting used to it, yet it kills and destroys our societies. Though most cases of violence are hidden under the pillows, we hear of them every day. Victims of such abuse tend to protect the perpetrators …
In small communities like ours, peace and violence can coexist in complex and often unpredictable ways. While our community may appear peaceful on the surface, underlying tensions can erupt into violence unexpectedly. What about small communities makes them so vulnerable to this paradox? In our small community, peace and violence have a far-reaching effect on …
WHEN PEACE AND VIOLENCE CO-EXIST: TSHELANYEMBA COMMUNITY Read More »
In recent moments, my community has experienced both moments of peace and episodes of violence. While progress has been made in certain areas, much more work must take place to ensure peace prevails. Our community’s biggest challenge is the lack of dialogue between different groups. Many people are reluctant to engage in conversations with those …
YOUNG WOMEN CAN BE POWERFUL CHANGE AGENTS IN THEIR COMMUNITY TO PROMOTE PEACE Read More »
