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How Sofar Harare delivered a rare tribute for women

Sofar Sounds Harare dedicated one of its concerts, hosted at Chapungu Sculpture Park, to the universal theme.

By Nyadzombe Nyampenza Apr. 21, 2026

How Sofar Harare delivered a rare tribute for women

Zimbabwe’s war on GBV: Progress made, promises kept and the steep road ahead

In the early post-independence years of the 1980s and 90s, the movement was almost entirely driven by the passion of civil society.

By Joyline Chiedza Basira Apr. 21, 2026

Zimbabwe’s war on GBV: Progress made, promises kept and the steep road ahead

ZGC says equality gains must be protected

The ZGC further recommended expanding grassroots awareness campaigns to challenge misconceptions and promote inclusive dialogue involving both women and men.

By Boitumelo Makhurane Apr. 20, 2026

ZGC says equality gains must be protected

UK to launch £500 000 anti-GBV programme

THE United Kingdom embassy is set to launch a £500 000 programme aimed at tackling violence against women and girls in Zimbabwe, underscoring growing international support for gender protection

By Silas Nkala Apr. 20, 2026

UK to launch £500 000 anti-GBV programme

Young climate leaders launch initiative in Epworth

In a world where climate change is often discussed in boardrooms and at international summits, two schoolgirls have decided to take action where it matters most — on the ground.

By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 17, 2026

Young climate leaders launch initiative in Epworth

New constitutional bill tests balance between the perceived stability and accountability

Ironically, the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (2026), widely known as “Bill No. 3”

By Tendai Sauta Apr. 14, 2026

New constitutional bill tests balance between the perceived stability and accountability

CAB3 hearings fail democratic test, election watchdog says

THE Election Resource Centre Africa (ERC Africa) has added its voice to growing concerns over public hearings on the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No 3 (CAB3),

By Nunurai Jena Apr. 13, 2026

CAB3 hearings fail democratic test, election watchdog says

ZGC merger proposal sparks outrage over gender equality concerns

Women in Politics Support Network director Sakhile Ngoma questioned the government’s intentions behind the proposal, describing it as a setback for women’s rights.

By Patricia Sibanda Apr. 11, 2026

ZGC merger proposal sparks outrage over gender equality concerns

New magistrates sworn in

Seventeen magistrates were sworn in yesterday in Harare as the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) moves to strengthen capacity across the country’s courts.

By Trevor Mutsvairo Mar. 25, 2026