Poverty and mining drive Umguza HIV surge
The influx has disrupted traditional community structures, fuelled transactional sex and increased mobility, all of which are recognised drivers of HIV transmission.
By Silas Nkala
Sep. 6, 2026
Magadziro and tombstones: Zimbabwe’s return to dignified remembrance of the dead
Some were placed in body bags, wrapped in blankets or simply buried in hastily dug graves, with little of the dignity normally accorded to the dead.
By Piason Maringwa
Sep. 3, 2026
Byo faith-based trust expands HIV fight beyond clinics
The trust’s vision is “a compassionate Zimbabwe, free from HIV-related stigma and new infections,” while its mission is to empower communities through
By Silas Nkala
Sep. 3, 2026
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US fires back over Zim US$365m aid row
“The government of Zimbabwe declined. It assured us it can take care of its own people. We are committed to an orderly handover,” the statement said.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Aug. 4, 2026
Youth dialogues on SRHR commence across Zimbabwe
Ten MPs from the Youth Caucus are participating in the public outreach under the chairmanship of Manicaland Youth Quota legislator Stanley Sakupwanya.
By Moses Magadza
Jun. 23, 2026
Corrupt cops stall child marriages fight
They expressed deep frustration that known perpetrators of statutory rape and child abuse are being shielded by law enforcement agents.
By Nunurai Jena
Jun. 21, 2026
Mentorship gives Umguza girls power to dream beyond HIV and GBV
In Zimbabwe, the challenge is compounded by socio-economic pressures.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 18, 2026
Alarm as women shun condoms
A young mother from Kadoma, Dephine Mashinga, explained how men exploit this financial desperation, particularly when dealing with sex workers.
By Nunurai Jena
Jun. 14, 2026
Poverty forces young women to barter away condom use
Dephine Mashinga, a young mother from the area, explained how men exploit this financial desperation, particularly when dealing with sex workers.
By Nunurai Jena
Jun. 13, 2026
