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News in depth: A glass ceiling: Why Zim’s women continue to struggle to make a mark on the ballot box

Elizabeth Valerio’s struggles exposed the gaps in Zimbabwe’s laws that made women’s participation in local politics a herculean task.

By Silence Mugadzaweta Oct. 6, 2024

News in depth: A glass ceiling: Why Zim’s women continue to struggle to make a mark on the ballot box

Drama-filled year ends in tears

The incumbent was pitted against Joseph MakambaBusha of Free Zim Congress, Nelson Chamisa of CCC and Trust Chikohora of ZCPD among others.

By Sydney Kawadza Dec. 21, 2023

Violence drives women away from elections

United Zimbabwe Alliance leader Elisabeth Valerio was the only female presidential aspirant compared to four in 2018.

By Lorraine Muromo Sep. 10, 2023

Violence drives women away from elections

‘Uphold AU charter governing polls’

In a statement under her organisation, the Presidential Centre for Women and Development, the first Liberian female president called for free and fair elections in Zimbabwe.

By Problem Masau Aug. 16, 2023

Intimidation, violence drive women away from politics

For the National Assembly, there are 70 women candidates against 637 men in 210 constituencies.

By Problem Masau Aug. 7, 2023

Intimidation, violence drive women away from politics

Masarira loses High Court bid to contest for presidency

High Court judge Justice Gladys Mhuri dismissed her application with costs yesterday.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 28, 2023

Masarira loses High Court bid to contest for presidency

Valerio celebrates High Court ruling to contest presidential election

In a statement, UZA national spokesperson, Elvis Dzvene, said the party recognised the ruling as crucial in promoting a democratic and inclusive electoral process.

By Nhau Mangirazi Jul. 21, 2023

Valerio celebrates High Court ruling to contest presidential election

Vote me Zim’s first female president, says Valerio after court reprieve

Valerio becomes the only female candidate in a field of 12 presidential aspirants for the August 23 elections.

By Kennedy Nyavaya Jul. 19, 2023

Vote me Zim’s first female president, says Valerio after court reprieve

‘Not yet uhuru’, activists say after inclusion of sole female presidential candidate

Overally, the number of female candidates for this year’s harmonised elections dropped significantly due to several challenges including the exorbitant nomination fees set by (ZEC).

By Kennedy Nyavaya Jul. 19, 2023