Father first, miner Second: Why a Gwanda artisanal miner puts family before all
The now 44-year-old Zibusiso Ndlovu was only 19 when he came to Tshebetshebe, Gwanda in 2001 to explore the ‘golden’ opportunities offered in the gold mining sector in Zimbabwe. He was full of hope at a time Zimbabwe was experiencing serious economic challenges that led to high inflation and job losses. With the fear of
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A 75-Seater Bus of Newborns Crashes Every 12 Hours in Zimbabwe. We Must Hit the Brakes
By Michael Gwarisa Every twelve hours in Zimbabwe, an unimaginable tragedy unfolds. A fully loaded 75-seater bus carrying newborn babies crashes, leaving no survivors. The nation would demand answers, declare emergencies, and mobilize every resource to prevent another disaster. Yet this exact horror plays out in silence daily. According to the 2023-24 Zimbabwe Demographic and Health
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One Stitch at a Time: Zimbabwe’s Fight to End Obstetric Fistula
By Michael Gwarisa in Bikita, Mashoko In rural and underserved parts of Zimbabwe, a silent but devastating condition continues to rob women of their dignity, health, and hope: obstetric fistula. Often caused by prolonged, obstructed labour without timely medical intervention, this childbirth injury leaves women incontinent and frequently ostracised by their communities. But today, a
Read MoreFrom Perpetrator to Advocate: A Bindura Man’s Journey to Break the Cycle of Gender-Based Violence
By Kuda Pembere recently in Kadoma An often-overlooked consequence of gender-based violence (GBV), is the bitter aftertaste it leaves on future generations—a legacy stained by silence, shame, and isolation. Chadwick Mangwiro* (not his real name), a man rooted in African family values, takes pride in his totem, Shumba—a name held dear by his father, relatives,
Read MoreAfrica Accelerates Genomic Science to Tackle Epidemic Threats
By Michael Gwarisa in Addis Ababa Africa is increasingly becoming the frontline of global disease outbreaks. According to data from the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), the continent recorded a 40% increase in outbreaks, from 152 in 2022 to 213 in 2024. In the past year alone, Africa has battled multiple
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I Wasn’t Ready to Go Blind’: Zimbabwean Woman Shares Her Glaucoma Battle
By Michael Gwarisa Sixteen years ago, these words shattered Barbara Manjonjo’s world: “I’m sorry, your condition can’t be corrected with eye spectacles. All you can do now is prepare yourself, you’re going to go blind.” This was her optician delivering the devastating news back in 2009. She was only 37 at the time. Today, she is approaching
Read MoreThe Dark Psychology of Prophets: How Narcissistic Leaders Exploit Mental Health to Control Followers
By Michael Gwarisa Have you ever wondered why a grown man, well-respected in his community, perhaps even holding a doctorate, would roll in the mud and eat grass at the instruction of a self-proclaimed prophet who never finished school? The answer often lies in the psychological forces at play — mental health issues that empower
Read MoreNew Morning-After Pill in Zimbabwe Offers Protection Up to 120 Hours After Sex
By Michael Gwarisa Zimbabwean doctors are already calling it a game-changer. In his own words, Dr. Bernard Madzima, a leading family health expert and current Board Chairperson of Population Services Zimbabwe (PSZ), said, “This pill is changing the game already. This pill can be taken up to 120 hours and still be safe.” He, however,
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