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Child protection using biblical lens

This equates the treatment of children with the treatment of God Himself. Harm against children is, therefore, a spiritual offence.

By Chinga Govhati and Pamellah Musimwa May. 18, 2026

The silent crisis of parental abandonment: A wake-up call for absent parents

When children grow up without parental care, protection or emotional security, the consequences extend far beyond the household.

By Pamellah Musimwa and Chinga Govhati Mar. 9, 2026

The silent crisis of parental abandonment: A wake-up call for absent parents

Child protection under severe strain: World Vision

World Vision national director Assan Golowa said the organisation made remarkable progress in improving the wellbeing of children and families in vulnerable communities.

By Sharon Zebra Mar. 7, 2026

Child protection under severe strain: World Vision

When art becomes a shield: Safeguarding Zim’s children through creative conscience

Art has always functioned as society’s mirror but it is also a lamp. It reflects reality and illuminates possibility.

By Raymond Millagre Langa Mar. 1, 2026

When art becomes a shield: Safeguarding Zim’s children through creative conscience

Unaccompanied children crossing the SA-Zim border: Calling out parental negligence.

Zimbabwe’s response is partly visible through child protection and anti-trafficking frameworks, often supported by humanitarian partners along border corridors.

By Chinga Govhati and Pamellah Musimwa Feb. 3, 2026

Unaccompanied children crossing the SA-Zim border: Calling out parental negligence.

Intersecting child protection, abuse and exploitation through creative expression

In West Africa, musicians like Falz and Angelique Kidjo have used song to critique child marriage and gender-based violence, blending rhythm with rights-based messaging.

By Ray M Langa Jul. 20, 2025

Intersecting child protection, abuse and exploitation through creative expression

Child protection crisis endures: Unicef

Unicef said poverty, social norms and weak enforcement sustained the crisis, with 64% of children enduring violent discipline and birth registration stagnating at 51%.

By Gracious Daniel Apr. 28, 2025