UN on Gender Equality, Ending Violence Against Women and Girls

UNDP, EU, and Switzerland Join Forces to Combat Gender-Based Violence in Zim Staff Writer Gender equality remains one of the most pressing issues in Zimbabwe, where violence against women and…

UN Calls for Men and Boys to Lead Change in Fight Against GBV

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Edward Kallon has urged men and boys to take an active role in challenging patriarchal norms and promoting positive masculinity to help…

Kariba Marches for Change: Community Unites Against Gender-Based Violence

By Admore Mbonda in Kariba Kariba, Zimbabwe – A powerful display of unity and determination marked the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kariba,…

Zim’s Human Rights & Governance Record Under Scrutiny

By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Zimbabwe stands at a crossroads in its efforts to build an inclusive and rights-respecting society. While the government has taken steps to address human rights issues, significant…

From Conflict to Harmony: How a Village Found Peace Through Empowerment

By Pylaia Chembe In the heart of Foroma Village in Chipinge District, Zimbabwe, a community once plagued by domestic disputes has found a new path to harmony. For years, Headman…

Kariba marks 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

By Admore Mbonda in Kariba Kariba today joined the global community in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), which runs from November 25 to December 10.…

Need for increase in investments in gender equality and ending GBV

Staff Writer UN Women Country Representative, Ms. Fatou Lo says the state of funding for the prevention of gender-based violence reveals that GBV, an issue of alarming proportions and a…

Gender inequality gaps require partnerships: Mutsvangwa

Staff Writer Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Minister Monica Mutsvangwa says closing gender inequality gaps and reaching the most vulnerable requires holistic, coordinated, and well- resourced programmes…

Jerome Galiao Acquitted Of Domestic Violence Charges

By Lorraine Muwuya South Africa-based Zimbabwean actor, Jerome Galiao, has been acquitted of domestic violence charges by the Randburg Court. The charges emanated from a dispute between Galiao and his…

Byo ranks high in Sexual Violence offenses: Zimstat

Staff Writer A total 3,175 Sexual Violence criminal offenses were recorded between October and December 2022, according to latest data from Zimbabwe National Statistical Agency Crime Situation Report. According to…