AMH editors challenge prosecution, argue State lacks authority

This means that for offences specified under Chapter III, the Attorney-General's office must give formal approval before prosecution proceeds.
By Desmond Chingarande Aug. 29, 2025

ZimRights launches diaspora chapter

The move signals a new era for ZimRights as the organisation embraces a global strategy to protect the rights of Zimbabweans wherever they are, meaning internationally or locally.
By Natasha Ncube Aug. 27, 2025

Rights group urges Zim to intensify fight against child marriages

The group’s concerns were recently echoed by Laura Nyirinkindi, chairperson of the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Working Group. 
By Brent Shamu Aug. 22, 2025

Civic group pleads for HIV clinic in South Africa…as Dudula attacks intensify

Humane Human Rights has appealed to President Emmerson Mnangagwa to establish an emergency HIV treatment centre at the Zimbabwean embassy in South Africa.
By Silas Nkala Aug. 14, 2025

PVO law burdens women's rights defenders: UN

THE Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Amendment Act has placed “burdensome” requirements for reporting on civil society organisations (CSOs).
By Brent Shamu Aug. 12, 2025
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Landmark court victory for pregnant prisoners

Justice Neville Wamambo issued the ruling last week after a desperate pregnant inmate was denied access to her private gynaecologist despite that her pregnancy was noted as high risk
By Nqobani Ndlovu Aug. 10, 2025

Zim democracy under siege

AT least 8 279 people experienced human rights violations in 2024 amid a shrinking democratic space, the latest Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights) report revealed.
By Sharon Zebra and Tael Mudzingwa Jul. 17, 2025

Ten years after '709' crackdown, global call grows to hold China accountable

Human rights advocates warn that the repression has only intensified since 2015.
By Ani News Jul. 13, 2025

Civic group condemns social media abuse against women

Ncube said the online harassment weaponised social media to perpetuate patriarchal power plays.
By Praise Nyamadzawo Jun. 27, 2025