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 9h ago

‘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

Couple arrested over minor’s rape

The State is expected to call several witnesses, while two medical affidavits and a sachet of the tablets the stepfather bought for abortion will  be presented as exhibits.
By Rex Mphisa Dec. 12, 2023

Amend abortion laws: Experts

The 1977 Termination of Pregnancy Act is the main legal document for abortion services.
By Vanessa Gonye Nov. 14, 2023

Why teen pregnancies are still on the rise

Recent studies show that, Zimbabwe is among countries in sub-Saharan Africa with a huge problem of teenage pregnancy.
By Langton Mutoya Jun. 18, 2023