What landmark High Court ruling on abortion, legal milestones mean for Zimbabwean women

Once adopted it will be sent to the Senate, and if it sails through in the Upper House, it will be forwarded to President Emmerson Mnangagwa for his signature. 

High Court strikes down key parts of Zimbabwe’s abortion law 

“It is clear that women with mental health challenges are treated differently when it comes to the permissible health-related grounds for termination.” 
By Staff Reporter Nov. 18, 2025

Government bemoans adolescent pregnancy

A GOVERNMENT official has said adolescent pregnancy and secondary school completion rates are urgent calls to act decisively and collaboratively.
By Vanessa Gonye and Harriet Chikandiwa Oct. 14, 2025

Safe abortion is life-saving healthcare

The 2025 theme, “Safe Abortion is Life-saving Healthcare,” was a timely reminder that abortion is not only a personal choice but also a matter of public health and human rights.
By Tinashe Madamombe Oct. 5, 2025

‘Reforming abortion laws path towards just, equitable society’

THE natural theory of law holds that law must be just and morally sound, a principle captured in the maxim lex injusta non est lex, an unjust law is no law at all.
By Blessed Mhlanga Oct. 3, 2025

Impact of oral health on pregnancy outcomes

Maintaining good oral hygiene during pregnancy is of paramount importance in reducing risks.
By Patience Matambo Jun. 13, 2025

Communities on adolescent pregnancy

In Zimbabwe, it was reported that at least 680 girls aged 10 to 14 became pregnant during the first half of the previous year.
By Lovemore Nyawo Aug. 30, 2024

Feature: Dreams project uplifts disadvantaged girls

It is estimated that 60% of young people aged between 16 and 35 could have used or are using drugs or similar substances.
By Moses Mugugunyeki Mar. 27, 2024

Man assaults wife over contraceptives

Rabson Machaka also accused his wife, Linda Wasara (38), of cheating.
By Simbarashe Sithole Mar. 23, 2024