2008 hyperinflation: Govt allocates US$25m for pensioners
Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha told legislators that government had allocated US$25 million to compensate pensioners for the losses.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Sep. 23, 2024
New Bill a giant step towards protecting PWDs rights: Govt
Speaking during the second reading of the Bill in Parliament last week, Dinha said the proposed legislation prioritises the individual over their disability.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Sep. 10, 2024
From promise to plate: Disentangling Zim's complex food distribution dilemma
While these efforts are commendable, they also serve as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues that continue to plague Zimbabwe's food security landscape.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
Aug. 27, 2024
Minister grilled over politicisation, theft of food aid
Human rights watchdogs like the Zimbabwe Peace Project have documented several cases of politicisation and theft of food aid by politically-connected individuals.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Jul. 26, 2024
Disability protocol ratified
Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha moved a motion last week in Parliament on the ratification, a process required by the Constitution.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
May. 22, 2024
Zimbabwe ratifies African Disability protocol
Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare deputy minister Mercy Dinha moved a motion on the ratification a process required by the constitution in Parliament last week.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
May. 21, 2024
Govt admits delays in Beam disbursements
Public Service deputy minister Mercy Dinha revealed this in Parliament, while responding to written questions from legislators on the Beam arrears and payment plan.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Mar. 13, 2024
No money for food aid distribution:Govt
Speaking during Parliament’s question and answer session, Dinha said the grain distribution programme, initially intended to begin much earlier, is currently on hold pending release of funds.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Mar. 8, 2024
Informal sector formalisation on cards: Govt
She was responding to Zanu PF Bikita South legislator, Energy Mutodi, who wrote to the minister requesting information on plans to improve job quality in Zimbabwe.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Feb. 23, 2024
