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Young single mothers have appealed to the newly elected lawmakers to help them acquire child support grants to help raise their children in difficult economic circumstances. This comes after the country’s deteriorating economic situation and rampant price hikes which have made living conditions harsh and unfavourable for almost everyone. Zimbabwe has implemented several policies on …

YOUNG SINGLE MOTHERS APPEAL FOR CHILD SUPPORT GRANTS Read More »

Having experienced nearly two weeks without water in Plumtree has caused a great deal of agony for women in the town. How does one survive without water? After all, water is a necessity. Women are the most affected when it comes to the shortage of water. Moreover, electricity is always off in Plumtree which affects …

POOR SERVICE DELIVERY, A CRY FROM WOMEN IN PLUMTREE Read More »

We have heard the saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” And many times, it is very accurate, especially in our African culture. Still, we also need to remember that before a village pitch in to raising a child, the mother is at the forefront of the primary care the child needs, yet …

Stay-at-home parental duties as a recognized profession Read More »

On December 9, the world unites to observe International Anti-Corruption Day. This day serves as a vital reminder of the detrimental effects of corruption and a call to action for individuals, communities, and nations to join hands in combating this pervasive problem. In Zimbabwe, a nation grappling with significant challenges, young women confront a complex …

Corruption and Gender Inequality: A Double Burden for Young Women In Zimbabwe Read More »

By Bekezela Mguni   Political analyst Effie Ncube has noted that society and power relations between men and women are the reasons behind gender inequality in Zimbabwe. This comes after countless reports that women’s participation in leadership and politics is worryingly low.   Only 22 women out of 70 contesting won the seats in the …

Gender equality: a pipe dream in Zimbabwe Read More »

The 280 members of the National Assembly consist of 210 members elected in single-member constituencies along with 60 women and 10 youth seats elected by proportional representation in ten seven-seat constituencies based on the country’s provinces. There are 1770 council seats. Voters cast a single vote, which is counted for both election forms. The 80 …

PWDs need more representation in Parliament Read More »

By Tariro Gurure When 2021 hit around November, we had just come out of a tough previous year. Of course, part of 2021 was a floating experience emotionally. Still, however, it hit me, as a young person who is an active citizen, that the electoral cycle had begun slowly. Still, there were signs of what …

The power of being a Proactive young Woman: My own Experience Read More »