There is a monster in the Harare Commission of Inquiry

By Marshall Bwanya Opinion – Two African proverbs are usefully relevant to the Maphios Cheda Commission of Inquiry into the affairs of the Harare City Council.   The first, a Zimbabwean one, cautions against celebrating a witch hunter that will “catch your mother”.  The other says that when a hyena wants to eat its children, it […]

Mutasa district combats child marriages with community-led campaigns

By Wilma Mavhengere  Mutasa, Mancicaland  – Mutasa district in partnership with Unicef, the ministry of public service and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDCA), has  launched a series of impactful community awareness campaigns to combat child marriages and protect vulnerable children. The initiative focuses on equipping traditional leaders and Community Care Workers (CCWs), with […]

Chiredzi Care Groups provide vital support for vulnerable families amid El Niño crisis 

By Wilma Mavhengere Chiredzi, Masvingo – Women and children in Chiredzi, a town hit hard by El Niño, have faced multiple challenges, including malnutrition, limited access to healthcare, and the impact of economic hardships that often fuel domestic violence. Amidst these challenges, the Care Groups initiative has emerged as a game-changer, offering innovative solutions and […]

A doctor’s unyielding mission to combat HIV/AIDS

By Staff Reporter Binga – Dr. Efison Dhodho’s journey in the fight against HIV/AIDS is nothing short of remarkable. Not only did he manage to convince traditional chiefs to embrace HIV testing during a time when the pandemic was shrouded in stigma and ignorance, but he also pioneered transformative approaches to public health that continue […]

Harare solar energy project powers ahead 

By Staff Reporter “We are happy about the Presidential Solar Scheme. There is no longer load shedding in this area. Previously, we experienced power cuts lasting up to 12 hours, but now the situation has completely changed,” she said. Another beneficiary, Mrs. Manyara Dhlakama, hailed the initiative as life-changing. “We are at a loss for […]

A sparkling Diwali celebration at the Harare Country Club

By Arts Correspondent Harare – The Diwali Festival, a luminous journey from ignorance to enlightenment, ego to selflessness, and darkness to light, was recently commemorated in the heart of the capital at the prestigious Harare Country Club. A dazzling display of lights, vibrant colors, and cultural performances transformed the venue into a magical space, honoring […]

Beitbridge villagers find relief in Presidential Borehole Scheme

By Features Correspondent Mtshilashonkwe, Matabeleland South Province – For years, the villagers of Mtshilashonkwe, a remote community 100 kilometers west of Beitbridge, have grappled with the harsh realities of climate change. With dwindling water sources, particularly the drying up of nearby rivers, the community faced a humanitarian crisis. However, a lifeline has arrived in the […]

The good, bad and ugly legacy of Robert Mugabe

By Marshall Bwanya Harare – Former late president Robert Mugabe’s legacy is a complex, contested terrain with divergent views and opinions. In his legacy lies the good, bad and ugly. He was a multi-faceted individual that could not be dissected at face value. No individual can disqualify his contribution to the liberation of Zimbabwe and […]