Autism as child rights issue: Lessons for Zimbabwe (Part 2)
Children with autism need all the support they can get from home to school. International and African human rights standards guide on how this can be done.
By Chinga Govhati and Sharon Chava
Aug. 17, 2026
Vital role of rehabilitation in disability
Therefore, rehabilitation empowers people with disabilities to live more independently, participating actively in society and enhancing their quality of life.
By Deborah Tigere
May. 9, 2025
Accelerating opportunities for women with disabilities
Stereotypes often portray women with disabilities as incapable, limiting their participation in leadership, entrepreneurship and political engagement.
By Deborah Tigere
Apr. 4, 2025
Disability and poverty are closely linked
Disability and poverty are closely linked and have a huge impact on the level of inclusion in society and the achievement of the sustainable development goals.
By Deborah Tigere
Jun. 16, 2024
Disability and the caregiver role
Caregivers often juggle multiple responsibilities including caregiving, work, household chores and other obligations which is overwhelming and stressful.
By Deborah Tigere
Feb. 23, 2024
Artificial intelligence and disability
Access to assistive technology in less resourced settings is a major issue in light of poverty and other barriers hindering access
By Deborah Tigere
Nov. 3, 2023
Perspectives: Importance of disability disaggregated data
Disability is a diverse group and the different impairments including barriers affecting access to services need to be considered.
By Deborah Tigere
Oct. 1, 2023
Concern over discrimination of WWDs
Christine Peta said it was sad that WWDs were regarded as defective and, therefore, unable to reproduce.
By Lorraine Muromo
Apr. 5, 2023
Promoting human rights in mental health
People need to demonstrate their resilience as they experience stressful and challenging environments.
By Debprah Tigere
Jan. 22, 2023
