Gender - The Zimbabwe Independent

Topic : Gender

‘Mhandu yemukadzi’: Confronting how internalised sexism maintains the status quo

WE often imagine patriarchy as a fortress guarded exclusively by men, its ramparts manned by those who benefit most from its hierarchy.

By Joyline Chiedza Basira Feb. 10, 2026

‘Mhandu yemukadzi’: Confronting how internalised sexism maintains the status quo

Sustainable energy is vital to lifting people out of poverty and hunger

If Zimbabwe is serious about ending hunger and lifting people out of poverty, sustainable energy must be placed at the centre of its development agenda.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Feb. 8, 2026

Sustainable energy is vital to lifting people out of poverty and hunger

Southern Africa: In loving memory of Nothabo Sibanda

Her advocacy plan, “She is a child, not a mother”, was not merely a campaign title, but a deeply held conviction.

By Michelle Mutogo Feb. 4, 2026

Southern Africa: In loving memory of Nothabo Sibanda

Online job scammers target young women

Zimbabwe faces a particular challenge due to high youth unemployment and economic desperation, which can make young women more susceptible to online recruiters.

By Sharon Sibindi Feb. 4, 2026

Making market infrastructure fit for purpose through consultative processes

Any new territorial market development requires a deeper understanding of each enterprise through profiling of every traders’ enterprises.

By Charles Dhewa Jan. 21, 2026

Making market infrastructure fit for purpose through consultative processes

UN pushes Zim to ratify AU women’s rights convention

ZIMBABWE has been urged to ratify the African Union (AU) Convention on ending violence against women and girls, with the United Nations calling for faster adoption of the National Gender Equality

By Pride Nyamupangedengu Jan. 19, 2026

UN pushes Zim to ratify AU women’s rights convention

Securico leads fight against GBV

SECURICO Security Services has urged Zimbabweans to take a stand against gender-based violence (GBV) to help to create safe, inclusive environments for women and girls.

By Ruth Maseko Dec. 9, 2025

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 Dec. 5, 2025

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

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