For the first time, Zimbabwe joined the world in celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science under the theme, “Equality and Parity in Science for Peace and Development.” The day, which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, is celebrated annually on the 11th of February […]
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Tuesday Inspiration: ‘Can An Image Save A Life?’ TED Talk By Vimbayi Kajese
One of the positives to come out of social media and the digital age overall is the facilitation of our ability to share. Whilst browsing on Facebook, I came across an interesting post shared by Rachel Nyaradzo Adams. Rachel shared the recent TED Talk by Vimbayi Kajese, in which she […]
#SmallBusinessFriday Featuring ‘Vaka Collection’
VAKA COLLECTION- HANDMADE JEWELLERY FOR PEACE + WELLNESS FOUNDER- BECKY MUZARIRI, ZIMBABWEAN, (34). What inspired your brand name? My inspiration for the name Vaka Collection comes from the meaning of the word [Vaka], which describes to build up, putting something together from start to finish. That is the same concept […]
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EatOut Movement ZW Launches Its First Initiative Towards Fighting Social Inequality [PHOTO STORY]
HARARE, ZIMBABWE– Witness Musimuko, a 20-year-old vendor mucks around with pieces of clothing. “Let’s skyze,” he laughs with his friend. “Skyze is street lingo for disguise,” Musimuko explains. “We’re going to look like we’re from another world with our new clothes,”. Musimuko and his friend are amongst a group of […]
In His Own Words. Ryan Koriya Exclusive! Image by Tanya Davidow
In 2016, Zimbabwean singer, songwriter and all-round creative Ryan Koriya began his #DIStour (Drowning In Space Tour), an International tour he visually documented, adding onto footage from his world travels dating as far back as 2013. One thing that immediately stands out from watching Koriya’s tour documentaries is his zest […]
Malagasi Fashion designer Visits Harare For Fashion Collaboration
HARARE, ZIMBABWE– I arranged to meet with fashion designer Michela Ramitomboson at a local café a few hours before her flight back to Madagascar. Ramitomboson was in town to visit and collaborate with her longtime friend, fellow fashion entrepreneur Connie Karoro. With no idea what she looked like, I peeped her […]
Princess Taderera Shares Her Breast Cancer Survival Story
HARARE, ZIMBABWE– Princess Taderera (35) says she has found purpose through her breast cancer ordeal. We share her story in honour of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. It’s been almost a year since Princess Taderera’s world took an unexpected turn. A month ago, Taderera shaved off peeking strands of hair to embrace what has […]
#BreastCancerAwareness with Oncocare Cancer Treatment Centre. “Take Care of Your Body, it’s the Only Place You Have To Live In”
CANCER OF THE BREAST: TAKING A CLOSER LOOK Are you at risk? Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women in Zimbabwe (after cervical cancer) Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast begin to grow out of control. These cells usually form a tumour that can often be […]
#WCW Process Engineer Audrey Mabiza
GWERU, ZIMBABWE- This week’s #WCW Process Engineer Audrey Mabiza is making her mark in the field of engineering in Zimbabwe. Engineering is still a significantly male-dominated field. A 2013 research paper by scholar Musaida Manyuchi revealed that women make up 25% of engineers in Zimbabwe. However, the paper acknowledges that despite […]
Female Bodybuilder’s Dreams Shattered
HARARE, ZIMBABWE– 43-year-old Christina Matange arrives at a local fast food restaurant spotting a medium-sized sports bag with her younger sister in tow. Moments later, Matange unzips her bag and sets several trophies, medals and certificates on the table and her sister thumps the largest trophy towards the edge. An […]