Season 4 Episode 8

Domestic violence continues to be a major challenge in Zimbabwe, with many women and girls experiencing physical, emotional, and economic abuse within their homes. Although laws exist to protect survivors, cultural norms, stigma, and limited access to services often make it difficult for them to seek help.

Resilience of young women and girls in Zimbabwe in the context of the climate crisis

In this episode we spotlight the realities faced by youth—particularly young women and girls. In Zimbabwe, many are exposed to conditions that trigger trauma, yet mental health support remains limited. Without timely detection and care, trauma can escalate into anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), undermining education, relationships, and overall well-being.

Exploring the challenges of online Gender Based Violence in Bulawayo

Lucia Moyo from Bulawayo shares her Gender Based Violence experience during the 2024 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence campaign running under the theme “Every 10 Minutes, a woman is killed. # Hashtag NoExcuse. UNiTE to End Violence against Women”.

In this episode, Nancy speaks to Lucia, a survivor of Gender Based Violence about her experiences at the hands of her ex-boyfriend

Challenges facing young women and girls including Sexual and Reproductive Health issues

Zimbabwean societies continue to be dogged by strong traditional beliefs on Satanism and witchcraft. Satanism and Witchcraft accusations mainly targeting women and girls threaten several of their human rights including their right to non-discrimination, their right to an adequate standard of living, their right to health (physical and mental), their right to education and their right to life

Challenges faced by Adolescent girls in Bulawayo

In this episode we talk to women with visual impairments who are now facing acute   challenges as a result of the El-Nino induced drought.