Month: September 2024

By Leonnel Mhuka Yesterday, student activists from ZINASU , led by their National Gender Secretary Lillian Muhwandavaka visited Nicole Chabata at her homestead to offer support. Nicole, who was arrested on June 16 this year for participating in a peaceful gathering, forcing her to miss half of last term’s studies will sit for Ordinary Level exams which are scheduled to start next month. They delivered donations including stationery to assist her as she prepares for her upcoming exams. According to ZINASU, despite her challenges, Nicole remains strong and in high...

  By Wezhira Munya   In an exciting display of youthful dynamism, honourable Ostallos Gift Siziba, a prominent lieutenant of President Nelson Chamisa, is making waves at the prestigious NalaFM Summit in Namibia. This influential summit has drawn together a diverse group of African leaders, activists, and advocates, all committed to driving progress and inspiring change across the continent.   Among the distinguished speakers at the event is Namibia’s Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who is poised to become the country’s next president following the upcoming general elections. Hon. Siziba’s presence alongside such key figures underscores his growing influence on...

By Leonnel Mhuka   Since June 16, Zimbabwe has experienced a crackdown on opposition leaders, supporters, and civic organizations, with around 200 people arrested. Many of these arrests were carried out violently, with reports of abductions and torture before suspects were handed over to the police. Some victims were denied bail by the Magistrates’ courts, forcing them to appeal to the High Court. Even when bail was granted, the charges were often exorbitant, reaching up to USD 300. Political interference seems evident, as Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa admitted in a video that the arrests were intended to prevent...

By Change Radio Reporter   This figure, shared by Hon. T. Moyo, Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, highlights an alarming trend that demands our immediate attention. What is even more distressing is the reality behind these numbers. Many of these pregnancies result from violence, exploitation, and societal failure. These are not just statistics; they represent the futures of young girls being stolen.   1.Total Dropouts Due to Pregnancy: 4,557 2. From Rural Schools: 3,942 3. From Urban Areas: 615   The data clearly indicates that rural girls are disproportionately affected. The stark contrast between rural and urban dropouts...

The High Court of Zimbabwe has granted the former Mp for Binga North, Hon Prince Dubeko Sibanda  bail.   He was ordered to pay usd 300 bail fee. He had spent 20 days in pretrial detention after his arrest on 18 august in Beitbridge.   He was charged with inciting public...