Recognise women with disabilities

Gender equality is a human rights issue and a necessity for advancing an inclusive society.
By Deborah Tigere Mar. 15, 2024

Half of the world goes to the polls in 2024. Let’s ensure women’s voices are heard

We need to counter gender-based harassment. ‘Strongman’ politics should no longer have a place.
By Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Mar. 7, 2024

Empowering women and girls through sports in Zimbabwe

The girls from rural communities have had opportunities to participate fully in the programme and display their athletic skills through YASD's interventions.
By Joe Kuseka Feb. 18, 2024

Gender implications of the 2024 budget

The introduction of new tax increment measures in the 2024 national budget has resulted in a situation where the budget initiative losses outweigh the gains, particularly concerning gender equality.

Close gender inequality gaps, Zim urged

According to statistics, approximately one in three women and girls experience gender-based violence, inhibiting their potential and contribution to development.
By Brent Shamu Nov. 28, 2023

Surmounting barriers to women’s political participation

Their main task has now become to mobilise female voters in election campaigns and to promote male candidates.
By Lovemore Nyawo Oct. 13, 2023

Women continue to be sidelined

But the adoption of a quota system in 2021 helped increase the percentage of female legislators.
By Memory Rasa Aug. 18, 2023

Perspectives: Zimbabwe women’s political participation leaves a lot to be desired

The PR or quota system was meant to expire in 2023 but was extended by two five-year terms, throwing women a brief leadership lifeline.
By Helen Kadirire Jul. 16, 2023

It’s vital to localise actions on SDGs

SDG7 is critical in the people’s lives as it touches on the raw nerve of clean energy access, affordable and cheaper.
By Peter Makwanya Mar. 13, 2023