Plumtree By Soneni Moyo The deep-rooted belief that women must conform to prescribed gender roles continues to hinder progress in many communities, particularly in leadership and village meetings. Women often face obstacles in their pursuit of leadership positions and struggle…
“Access to safe water is a fundamental human need and therefore a basic human right.” — Kofi Annan Mangwe District By Angeline Sibanda The Mashasha Water Project in Mzila Village, located in Mangwe District, exemplifies the remarkable spirit of unity…
Madabe – Mangwe District By WLSB Madonna Mwembe & Nelisiwe Tshuma Rock n’ Roll, a dedicated group of ten young women, has shown strong interest in the Clinic Kitchen Project. Previously, we faced significant challenges before and after giving birth…
By Silibaziso Msipa Zimnyama ward 2 Mangwe In January 2025, I participated in a crucial meeting held in Zimnyama Ward 2, which focused on the accountability of wheat distribution. Tensions arose among traditional leaders and community members who felt wronged…
By Lobukhosi Malila, Gwanda In my community, I have successfully mobilized women to form health clubs dedicated to improving our local health environment. Together, we visit clinics to assist with cleaning and also take the initiative to clean the play…
The Women’s Institute for Leadership Development (WILD) hosted a Climate and Environmental Sustainability Stakeholders Conference in Bulawayo 22 October 2024 at Holiday Inn in partnership with Save The Children, Say what ,the Government of Zimbabwe, European Union . This event…
by Princess Thandeka Tshuma. Climate change is a complex issue with cascading effects, but one area of significant impact is food security. This is especially true for women, who often play a central role in agricultural production and household food…
by Princess Thandeka Tshuma Picture by Emma Zihonye Climate Change’s Gendered Impact: Bulawayo Women Bear the Brunt. The Zimbabwe Gender Commission recently convened a Provincial Gender Forum in Bulawayo to spotlight the disproportionate effects of climate change on women. This…
Langelihle Gwebu Zimbabwe’s 2023-24 farming season faced a devastating blow from El Niño, a weather phenomenon that triggered widespread drought. With 80% of the country receiving below-average rainfall, government initiatives like Pfumvudza and Command Agriculture, heavily reliant on rain, faltered.…