Hospital sued for detaining patient over fees
A PRIVATE hospital in Mutare is facing a lawsuit after allegedly detaining a 75-year-old patient over an unpaid medical bill, in a case that has sparked renewed debate over patients’ rights
By Desmond Chingarande
Mar. 3, 2026
Rethinking urban waste management in Zim: From regulation to practical outcomes
Laws exist, responsibilities are defined, and penalties are prescribed, but waste continues to pile up in urban centres, pollute waterways and strain public health systems.
By John Laisani
Feb. 26, 2026
Beyond 1977: Why Zimbabwe’s reproductive laws must catch up to reality
If a woman decides she cannot carry a pregnancy, why is her decision treated as a public crime rather than a private medical necessity? No one makes this choice lightly.
By Joyline Chiedza Basira
Feb. 3, 2026
Municipality enforces dog tie-up order
The directive, issued through the Department of Health Services, is aimed at protecting residents from preventable harm.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec. 31, 2025
Chinhoyi enforces dog leash order
In a notice, the local authority reminded residents that, under municipal dog by-laws, all dogs must be kept on a leash when outside their homes and in public spaces.
By Nunurai Jena
Dec. 24, 2025
Abortion: Catholic lawyers poke holes on proposed law
They argued that the constitution refers to one specific Act of Parliament governing termination of pregnancy — the Termination of Pregnancy Act — and not multiple laws.
By Moses Mugugunyeki
Dec. 21, 2025
Drop “abortion clauses” in the Medical Services Amendment Bill
For better context, it is necessary that we briefly explain the process of law making in Zimbabwe.
By Catholic Lawyers Association in Zimbabwe
Dec. 21, 2025
Art, justice and healing: Addressing GBV, disability awareness and digital violence through creativity
Addressing them requires more than laws and statistics; it requires approaches that speak to hearts, challenge norms, and restore dignity.
By Ray M Langa
Dec. 21, 2025
Insiza gets tough on mining operations
The regulations, detailed in Statutory Instrument 166 of 2025—the Insiza RDC (Mining and Mineral Panning) By-laws, 2025—came a time the district is experiencing increased mining activity,
By Silas Nkala
Dec. 10, 2025
