Rights group in bid to strengthen Traditional Leaders Act

According to the MIHR director, Khumbulani Maphosa, the amendment of the Act faced a setback after petitions were banned during elections in 2023.
By Patricia Sibanda Jan. 29, 2025
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Minister on the spot over Chinese project

The villagers said the Chinese company continued with its plans in setting up a cement plant despite their protests.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Jan. 26, 2025

Authoritarianism surged in southern Africa during historic election year

Civilians were unlawfully killed and driven from their homes and access to humanitarian aid was blocked.
By Daily Maverick Jan. 24, 2025

In 2024, Zimbabwe authorities undermined democracy

Impunity for the ruling party Zanu PF violence, intimidation, harassment, and repression against opposition members and civil society activists restricted civic and political space.
By Human Rights Watch Jan. 19, 2025

Climate change and social justice: A matter of equity

The impact of climate change on vulnerable populations is not just an environmental issue, but also a human rights issue.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Jan. 12, 2025

MUCKRAKER: Welcome to the Personal Republic of troublesome!

What an achievement by the former chairperson of the Zimbabwean Human Rights Commission!
By Muckracker Dec. 20, 2024

Deconstructing the production, reproduction of gendered discrimination in the market economy

There is an irrefutable need to deconstruct very foundations of systemic discrimination against women to achieve equitable and equal rights.
By Gaylord Munemo Dec. 12, 2024

Come clean on sugar tax revenue, rights doctors tell govt

In a recent letter addressed to the Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion ministry information officer, the Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights (ZADHR)
By Garikai Tunhira Dec. 3, 2024

Ngozi Mine pollution riles Cowdray Park residents

The concerned residents lodged their complaints with the council through the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR).
By Silas Nkala Nov. 25, 2024