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Tension mounts between govt, unions

Health Apex Council leader Enock Dongo said government had not engaged health sector workers in any meaningful way, despite their critical role.

By Problem Masau and Vanessa Gonye May. 2, 2025

2008 hyperinflation: Govt allocates US$25m for pensioners

Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha told legislators that government had allocated US$25 million to compensate pensioners for the losses.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Sep. 23, 2024

2008 hyperinflation: Govt allocates US$25m for pensioners

New Bill a giant step towards protecting PWDs rights: Govt

Speaking during the second reading of the Bill in Parliament last week, Dinha said the proposed legislation prioritises the individual over their disability.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Sep. 10, 2024

New Bill a giant step towards protecting PWDs rights: Govt

From promise to plate: Disentangling Zim's complex food distribution dilemma

While these efforts are commendable, they also serve as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues that continue to plague Zimbabwe's food security landscape.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Aug. 27, 2024

From promise to plate: Disentangling Zim's complex food distribution dilemma

Minister grilled over politicisation, theft of food aid

Human rights watchdogs like the Zimbabwe Peace Project have documented several cases of politicisation and theft of food aid by politically-connected individuals.

By Nhau Mangirazi Jul. 26, 2024

Minister grilled over politicisation, theft of food aid

Disability protocol ratified

Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha moved a motion last week in Parliament on the ratification, a process required by the Constitution.

By Harriet Chikandiwa May. 22, 2024

Zimbabwe ratifies African Disability protocol

Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha moved a motion on the ratification a process required by the constitution in Parliament last week.

By Harriet Chikandiwa May. 21, 2024

Zimbabwe ratifies African Disability protocol

Govt admits delays in Beam disbursements

Public Service deputy minister Mercy Dinha revealed this in Parliament, while responding to written questions from legislators on the Beam arrears and payment plan.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 13, 2024

Govt admits delays in Beam disbursements

No money for food aid distribution:Govt

Speaking during Parliament’s question and answer session, Dinha said the grain distribution programme, initially intended to begin much earlier, is currently on hold pending release of funds.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 8, 2024