People with Disabilities Act: Progressive milestone or missed opportunity?
OVER the weekend, social media brought to the fore issues around the needs of people living with disabilities and how the government has failed or succeeded in responding to these needs.
A brief analysis of the new Persons with Disabilities Act
Historically, the definition of disability was narrow to the extent that it excluded persons with albinism, epilepsy and other forms of disability.
By Fidelicy Nyamukondiwa
Dec. 2, 2025
Gweru allocates vending bays to PWDs
In a statement, council acting town clerk Livingston Churu said interested PWDs should apply to be allocated designated trading sites around the city.
By Stephen Chadenga
Oct. 23, 2025
Zimbabwe ready for World Chess Olympiad for people with disabilities
The six-member delegation is poised to compete against the world's best, celebrating the power of intellect and inclusion at the prestigious event running from today to next Sunday.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere
Oct. 19, 2025
Jairos Jiri’s giant statue opens Pandora’s box
The legacy of Jairos Jiri, one of Zimbabwe’s most revered philanthropists and a national hero, has long been enshrined in the annals of the country’s history.
By Stephen Chadenga
Sep. 12, 2025
Experts call for inclusive education for children with disabilities
THE Zimbabwean society should embrace and accommodate people with disabilities (PWDs) on issues of education.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Sep. 9, 2025
Boost for women with disabilities in Byo
WOMEN living with disabilities in Bulawayo have received hands-on training in social entrepreneurship, value-addition, branding and market access
By Bongile Moyo
Jul. 18, 2025
Govt moves towards repealing the archaic Disability Act
Ziyambi said the Bill spelt out fundamental rights and freedoms of persons with disabilities in Zimbabwe.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Jun. 27, 2025
Vital role of rehabilitation in disability
Therefore, rehabilitation empowers people with disabilities to live more independently, participating actively in society and enhancing their quality of life.
By Deborah Tigere
May. 9, 2025
