Drunk husband assaults wife in jealousy fit
The law seeks to protect spouses, family members and other persons from violence, intimidation and harm within domestic relationships.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jun. 24, 2026
Maigurira pushes for traditional chiefs to become marriage officers
At the center of the debate is the argument that culture and human rights should complement not contradict each other in strengthening families and communities.
By Tendai Sauta
May. 15, 2026
Independence beyond politics
It is important to note that Zimbabwe has made important strides in advancing the rights and status of women since Independence.
By Tinashe Madamombe
Apr. 24, 2026
Woman stabs husband over fees
A 43-year-old woman from Bulawayo’s Makokoba suburb stabbed her husband during a domestic dispute surrounding the payment of school fees for their children.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Jan. 25, 2026
Solar-power project saves communities from GBV
“Domestic violence in my home is a story of the past. I and my husband are now able to have level-headed conversations since I now also contribute financially to the needs in our home,” she said
By Lorraine Muromo
Dec. 4, 2025
Woman jailed for scalding hubby, neighbour in violent domestic dispute
The attack, which took place on June 2, 2025, left both victims hospitalised with serious burns.
By Allen Mangava
Jul. 9, 2025
Zimbabwe Parliment? Meet Ekenia Chifamba.
The program cohort included leaders from various countries, all working towards the shared goal of improved societies. For Ms. Chifamba, that work focuses specifically on the empowerment of girls.
By Global Diplomacy
Sep. 5, 2023
Polygamist ordered to stop abusing wife
A woman from Matope village in Domboshava dragged her husband to court for domestic violence after she turned down his request to marry two more wives.
By Rejoice Phiri
Jun. 18, 2023
Court grants businessman’s ex-girlfriend peace order
Cyder Muchemwa had earlier this month applied for a peace order in terms of Interim protection order Domestic Violence Act (Chapter 5:16) against Zanga at the Harare civil courts.
By The Standard
Jul. 23, 2022
