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Zimbabwe Is Losing Its People:
A Nation Where Survival Has Become a Dangerous Gamble
Zimbabwe is facing a painful and increasingly difficult question: how many more lives must be lost before the country treats the safety, employment and dignity of its citizens as a national emergency? In recent weeks, Zimbabweans have witnessed a succession of tragedies on the country's roads, waterways and mining fields. Behind every statistic is a family that has lost a parent, a child, a brother, a sister or a breadwinner.
The pattern is deeply troubling.
On Lake Kariba, a ferry disaster in August became one of the country's worst transport tragedies in history. The vessel was carrying far more people than its intended capacity, and the death toll rose to 94, according to the Zimbabwean Government's figures reported by Reuters. Earlier reports indicated that 18 children were among those who died. - Reuters & The Guardian
On Zimbabwe's roads, the deaths continue.
Police reported 12 people killed in separate road accidents across the country in the week leading up to August 24. One crash on the Mutare–Masvingo Road alone claimed three lives, with six others injured. Herald Online
Another accident on the Ngundu–Tanganda Road claimed four lives when an overloaded Toyota Probox collided head-on with a truck, leaving six others seriously injured. My Zimbabwe News
And another recent crash on the Gokwe–Kwekwe Road killed eight people after a bus carrying 36 passengers collided with a haulage truck. Herald Online
These are not merely numbers. They represent Zimbabwean families whose lives have been permanently changed. When poverty pushes people underground. But the tragedy does not end on the roads.
Across Zimbabwe, thousands of people are turning to artisanal and informal mining because they have few alternatives for earning a living. They descend into dangerous shafts, work around unstable ground and operate without the protections that should accompany legitimate employment.
The consequences are devastating.
In July, four miners were killed when a shaft collapsed at Rowdy Mine near Chinhoyi. Eight miners had been underground when the collapse occurred; four escaped while four were trapped. NewZimbabwe.com
Mining deaths are not isolated incidents. Data reported in June showed that 64 miners died in Zimbabwe during the first quarter of 2026, with ground collapses accounting for 35 of those deaths. Mining Zimbabwe
And the most disturbing part of this story is that children have also been drawn into artisanal mining. A 15-year-old boy was left with a permanent spinal injury after a mine shaft collapsed in Bindura earlier this year. Reports over the years have also documented schoolchildren entering artisanal gold mining because of poverty and lack of opportunities. 263Chat; The Guardian +1
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Zimbabwe’s Road Carnage: A Government Failing Its People
Zimbabweans are once again mourning loved ones killed in road traffic accidents. In recent weeks, a series of devastating crashes has claimed lives, left scores injured and raised serious questions about the state of the country's transport system and the government's commitment to protecting its citizens. The latest tragedy involving supporters of Highlanders Football Club near Mbalabala has added to a growing sense of national grief. Reports indicate that six people died while four others sustained serious injuries after a road accident as supporters travelled home following a football match. And the 4 ZNA soldiers killed as reported on 9th August 2026 {See Here}
This tragedy did not happen in isolation.
Earlier this month, reports emerged of another deadly collision involving two ZUPCO buses on the Harare-Chirundu Road, reportedly leaving seven people dead and dozens injured. These incidents should not simply be treated as unfortunate accidents that happen from time to time. They should force the government to confront a much deeper problem: Zimbabwe's transport and road-safety system is failing its people. The government itself has acknowledged the scale of the crisis. Transport authorities have previously stated that Zimbabwe records tens of thousands of road traffic accidents every year, with thousands of people injured and hundreds of millions of US dollars lost annually as a result of crashes. The government has also acknowledged the deteriorating condition of the country's roads.
Where is the accountability?
When citizens are killed on poorly maintained roads, when public transport vehicles
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David Coltart asked a perfect reasonable question {but "fully loaded"} [twitter] regarding this project: "When will it be finished"? which led to many questions - and ultimately led to this detailed analysis and report
We asked: Given our experience with Civil Engineering Projects can you research: Gwayi-Shangani Dam project - Zimbabwe
- With reference to the 1912 concept
- With when physical works were started and relevant details
- History of delays, mistakes, collapse and contractors involved since physical works began
- Any history/evidence of Zanu PF corruption or any kind of interference?
- Recent propaganda claims by the regime or ongoing claims over the decades?
This is a rich and well-documented topic. Let me now compile a comprehensive, structured analysis for you.
Gwayi-Shangani Dam — A Comprehensive Analysis
1. The 1912 Concept & Origins
The idea for the construction of a major dam for the continually drought-stricken Matabeleland Region was first mooted in the early 1900s. An estimate of the cost of such a construction in 1912 was £6,000.
In response to the bedevilling water shortages, the National Matabeleland Zambezi Water Project (NMZWP) was conceived in 1912, encompassing a dam and a pipeline. However, the project remained dormant under settler administration.
The concept was straightforward in engineering terms: the confluence of the Gwayi and Shangani rivers, approximately 6km downstream, offered a natural gorge suited for dam construction. The dam was planned with a holding capacity of 650 million cubic metres, as part of the NMZWP, which aimed to eventually pipe water from the Zambezi River to Bulawayo.
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Ending Violence Against Women in Zimbabwe: A Crucial Fight for Equality
Elimination of violence against women in Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, as in many nations, violence against women remains a persistent and devastating crisis, affecting countless lives and hampering national development. While rooted in historical gender inequalities, this violence now manifests in both physical and digital forms, demanding urgent, multifaceted responses. Despite a growing policy framework and dedicated activism, significant challenges remain in transforming legal protections into tangible safety for all women and girls.
The Pervasive Shadow of Violence
Gender-based violence (GBV) in Zimbabwe is a systemic issue, with one in three women experiencing violence in their lifetime. This violence is not confined to private spaces; women and girls often report feeling unsafe in environments where they should be protected, such as schools and religious institutions. The psychological and physical scars are deep, creating a cycle of fear and oppression that limits women's full participation in society.
The economic cost of this violence is staggering. A recent government-commissioned study revealed that GBV drains the national economy, costing an estimated 3.87% of Zimbabwe's GDP. This loss stems from reduced labour productivity, increased healthcare and social service costs, and drained household incomes, making investment in prevention and response not just a moral imperative, but a fiscal one.
The Emerging Frontier: Digital Violence
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From: Shamiso Moyo |
Date: 17th April 2025 |
Group: ZHRO/ROHR/CCC |
ZANU PF PLEASE RESPOND 45 YEARS AFTER INDEPENDENCE WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?A heartfelt plea by Shamiso Moyo ZANU PF 45 YEARS LATER
45 years later
45 years later
45 years later
Is this what the liberation struggle was all about?
45 years of Independence what do we have to show?
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From: Theophilas Mkuhlani |
Date: 17th April 2025 |
Group: ZHRO/ROHR/CCC |
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Animal Farm? Zimbabwe a country which once thrived in the southern continent of Africa, blessed with natural mineral resources and soil for agriculture like al African nationals, it used to puzzle me until I began asking questions.
The answer is a simple one. The Zimbabwean government is modelled after Animal Farm, a novel written by George Orwell. ZANU PF looted all the land and farms, claiming that the land redistribution would be of benefit to all citizens. The only persons who have benefited from this is those who are loyal to ZANU PF. The leader of Zimbabwe has over 50 farms and appoints his family members in government positions which are not qualified to hold. The Zimbabwean government led by Emerson Mnangagnwa is an oppressive regime, ZANU PF party is looting all the natural resources and the international Aid which was meant to relief the Zimbabweans who are suffering in famine. The country is being mismanaged by a totalitarian regime, which doesn’t tolerate any opposition or criticism. ZANU PF rules with an iron fist, anyone who dare speak the truth simply disappears or imprisoned without bail. The Zimbabwean people have suffered for 45 years, there is no independence to celebrate, people of Zimbabwe must wake up and resist this evil corrupted totalitarian government. #ZANUPFMUSTGO |
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