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Examining Zimbabwe's Gender equality journey through the lens of 69th Commission on Status of Women

Zimbabwe's commitment to gender equality must translate to concrete action plans with measurable outcomes.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Mar. 25, 2025

Examining Zimbabwe's Gender equality journey through the lens of 69th Commission on Status of Women

Gender Commission probes sexual harassment in higher and tertiary institutions

Mukahanana-Sangarwe said oral hearings will commence thereafter on dates to be advised by the commission.

By Leeroy Makuvire Feb. 28, 2025

Gender Commission probes sexual harassment in higher and tertiary institutions

Zim women’s political participation: Call for inclusivity and transformation

“Women are enemies to their own progress; they do not believe in themselves, let alone in the capabilities of fellow women,” Khupe remarked.

By Memory Rasa Dec. 6, 2024

Zim women’s political participation: Call for inclusivity and transformation

ZGC marks 16 Days of Activism Against GBV

This year’s campaign against GBV runs under the theme Towards Beijing +30: UNiTE to End Violence against Women and Girls.

By Sharon Sibindi Nov. 29, 2024

ZGC marks 16 Days of Activism Against GBV

Addressing GBV in Zim: The role of Convention 190 and 16 days of activism

Gender-based violence is a pervasive phenomenon that transcends borders and cultures.

By Admin Nov. 27, 2024

Addressing GBV in Zim: The role of Convention 190 and 16 days of activism

ZGC flags widening gap between female, male political candidates

It also flagged the open voting system and candidate selection by consensus saying they are a cause for concern, especially in a patriarchal society like Zimbabwe.

By Chantay Ruswa Nov. 15, 2024

ZGC flags widening gap between female, male political candidates

‘Low women participation in politics worrisome’

In 2023, in the National Assembly, women represented only 24,3% and this was a marginal increase from 11,9%, which is about 0,4% increase.

By Gracious Daniel Oct. 18, 2024

‘Low women participation in politics worrisome’

‘Women burdened by climate change’

The National Gender Forum was held under the theme Gender, Environment and Climate Change: Building Resilience and Sustainable Development through Gender Equality.

By Takudzwa Munemo and Ruvimbo Mukubwa Sep. 17, 2024