THE dawn of the lockdown period that was introduced following confirmation of positive COVID-19 cases in Zimbabwe in March this year gave birth to a spike in Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases in the country. By Michael Gwarisa According to a report titled “Violence Against Women and Girls During the Covid-19 Crisis in Zimbabwe” that
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“Condoms delay the pleasure, the feeling is different,” said one man. By Catherine Murombedzi JOHN AND CHIPO SOKO Woman: I do not like condoms, I get bruised down there, my partner is circumcised. We use lubrication because I am sensitive. We are a discordant couple, my partner is a blood donor for 8 years. HUSBAND
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FATIGUE leading to complacency in epidemics and pandemics is well described. Humans are social beings and created with an intrinsic desire to mingle, interact and work. However, certain times really call for an audit of our actions and behaviour. By Dr Grant Murewanhema Global statistics indicate that SARS-CoV-2 is now spreading like veldfire in some
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THE United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of Zimbabwe with the support of the European Union today launched a treatment and support centre for survivors of Gender Based Violence also known as a “One Stop Centre” where services will be provided in one place. By Michael Gwarisa The One Stop Centre is located
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