Concern over decline in women in politics
Walpe representative Jessie Chihota said it was disheartening that women were underrepresented in leadership positions despite being the majority of the population at 52%.
By Ophar Mavuri and Blessed Ndlovu
May. 2, 2025
Include youth in decision-making: Zesn
Zesn called on stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to empowering young people and ensuring their voices are heard in all spheres of governance.
By Lorraine Muromo
Feb. 25, 2025
Women vendors petition Mafume over wares confiscation
Walpe is following up on the petition to ensure that the concerns raised are addressed appropriately.
By Staff Reporter
Dec. 13, 2024
Youth demand 50% quota on Govt
WALPE called for a policy that guarantees at least half of all public leadership and decision-making positions to be held by young people.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Jul. 11, 2024
Female MPs lobby for sexual harassment law
The calls were made during a recent sensitisation workshop for women leaders by the Women’s Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence.
By Lorraine Muromo
Dec. 8, 2023
Misogyny, cyberbullying and toxicity in Zim politics
The ascension of young women to top posts should be celebrated as a beacon of hope for posterity. It should signify progress in dismantling patriarchal norms.
By Faith Zaba
Sep. 28, 2023
Only 6 women land Cabinet posts
In a statement, the Women's Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence (Walpe) said the low number of female ministers was a disregard of the constitutional provisions.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Sep. 13, 2023
Mohadi bounces back
Chiwenga said he would support Mnangagwa for the nation to move forward.
By Problem Masau and Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 9, 2023
Vote buying, an obstacle to women’s political participation
Lack of access to information about polling station location and voting days, especially in rural areas, were attributed to less women participating in the voting process.
By Amh Voices
Jun. 14, 2023
