Why section 5 of Guardianship Act no longer appears to make sense

The Guardianship of Minors Act, Section 5, provides that when parents separate, custody of minor children automatically vests in the mother until a court orders otherwise.  
By Blessed Mhlanga 6h ago

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

Ex-Zanu PF activist Kunaka denied bail over Geza demo 

He was remanded in custody to December 4 for routine remand. 
By Trevor Mutsvairo Nov. 28, 2025

Union amplifies fight against GBV in mining sector

In a statement, ZDAMWU women committee chairperson Tendai Mpundu said the new policy was a direct response to alarming rates of violence, both offline and online.
By Silas Nkala and Concilia Mupezeni Nov. 27, 2025

Restoring humanity in a world tired of violence

And while women remain the most visible victims, men and boys are increasingly stepping forward as survivors too, often battling stigma, shame, and disbelief. 

Zimbabwe resetting into a default ‘hard-hat area’ once again

Violence is Zanu PF’s weapon of choice in pursuit of their sadistic and whimsical political ambitions
By Oliver Kapepa Nov. 7, 2025

Stop violence, seal the sieve

According to the 2025 State of Peace in Zimbabwe report by ZimRights, over 71% of citizens have suffered political or social violence in the past year
By Shame Makoshori Nov. 7, 2025

‘Zimbabwe engulfed in cyclic cloud of violence’

ZimRights said 33,1% of citizens witnessed outright political violence last year, while 51,1% reported social violence. 
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa Nov. 7, 2025

Independent Complaints Commission voices concern over motorist assault by cops

The incident, captured on a video that has gone viral on social media, happened recently in Budiriro, according to sources.
By Staff Reporter Oct. 30, 2025