Zimbabwe to Host Journalists’ Wellness Week Amid Pressures of Media Work
Gender and Media Connect (GMC) has announced the launch of a dedicated Journalists’ Wellness Week aimed at promoting the mental, physical, and digital well-being of journalists across Zimbabwe. The event,…
Power of Crying – A Dive into Tears, Tradition, and Science
Crying is a deeply human experience, a natural response to a range of emotions that has been both celebrated and stigmatised across cultures and times. While the shedding of tears…
What Does Donald Trump’s Return to Presidency Mean for America’s Poor?
Donald Trump was recently elected president again, the news stirred strong emotions across America and beyond, the America’s poor remain hesitant of the future. For those living in poverty, especially…
Whispers of a Timeless Longing: Zowa’s ‘Sinikiwe’ Untamed Love Calls
Writing has always been my life’s lifeblood, yet writing a song review has been an adventure I never quite considered. It is rare to review a track still undergoing the…
Coffins on Wheels: A Reflection on Kuwadzana Road Accident
Thursday, 31 October morning dawned with unimaginable sorrow for the families and loved ones of those lost in a devastating accident at Kuwadzana 7 turn-off on the Harare-Bulawayo Highway. What…
High-Priced Goat Breeds Out of Reach for Zimbabwe’s Poor, as Calls for Inclusive Policy Intensify
The recently held annual Goat Indaba, organised by the Goat Breeders Association of Zimbabwe (GBAZ), showcased top-tier goat breeds at prices up to $1,000 USD per animal, a stark contrast…
Safeguarding the Vulnerable in the Spotlight: Lessons from Nyathi Family
In a world where social media has become a gateway to influence, aid, and entrepreneurship, the Nyathi Zw Gilbert aka Nyathi family’s story highlights both the promise and perils of…
Unmasking Zimbabwe’s Vague Dress Code: VID’s Ban on Clothes and the Thin Line Between Culture, Law, and Discrimination
Across the world, what people choose to wear has long been a point of both celebration and contention. Fashion and clothing are intertwined with culture, personal expression, and societal values.…
Unequal Legacies: The Discourse Surrounding Mbuya Nehanda and Sekuru Kaguvi in Zimbabwe’s Independence Narrative
The historical narrative surrounding Zimbabwe’s fight for independence is profoundly influenced by the legacies of its revolutionary figures. Among the most prominent are Mbuya Nehanda Charwe Nyakasikana and Sekuru Kaguvi…
The Rise of Poverty Entrepreneurship: Nyathi Gilbert’s Case
In an age dominated by social media, the concept of poverty entrepreneurship is gaining traction. One striking example is Nyathi Gilbert, known as Nyathi Zw Gilbert on Facebook, whose journey…