Different contexts. Common Aspirations. :Rural Youth Reimagining Zimbabwe’s Future
Before sunrise in Mhondoro-Ngezi, Terrence “Terry” Maphosa walks through his homestead, preparing for another busy day at KwaTerry. Hundreds of kilometres away in Hakwata Village, Chipinge, 24‑year‑old Vimbai Mufudzi checks her vegetable beds, hoping the mulch she laid will protect her crops from another dry spell. Elsewhere, a young farmer opens the Goho App to…
Different Contexts, One Generation, Common Aspirations: Are We Really Talking About One Zimbabwean Youth?
The 2026 International Youth Day theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” offers a timely lens through which to reflect on Zimbabwe’s young people. It reminds us that although youth live in vastly different circumstances, many are reaching toward similar hopes: dignity, opportunity, belonging, and the chance to shape their own futures. In Zimbabwe, that reflection carries particular weight.…
Mudiwa Hood: Building a Legacy of Mentorship, Wealth Creation and Purpose
By Getrude Chigerwe Mentorship remains one of the most powerful ways to prepare young adults for the realities of industry, entrepreneurship and the wider marketplace. As young people step into competitive careers, they need more than ambition; they need guidance from adults, professionals and successful people who have already navigated the challenges ahead. By sharing…
Africa Day 2026: Celebrating Unity, Progress and a Shared Future
by Getrude Chigerwe Every year on 25 May, Africans across the continent and the diaspora celebrate Africa Day, marking the founding of the Organisation of African Unity in 1963, now the African Union. More than a historical anniversary, the day is a celebration of African identity, resilience, cultural richness, unity and progress. In 2026, Africa…
When Work Stops Working: Rethinking the Future of Labour in Zimbabwe
By Getrude Chigerwe Many Zimbabweans are beginning to confront a difficult question, Is work still enough to live? For generations, the answer felt certain, go to school, get a job, earn a salary, build a life. But today, that once-straightforward path is no longer guaranteed, and the meaning of work itself is being fundamentally challenged. Workers’ Day…
Bridging the Digital Divide: The State of Women and Girls in STEM and ICT in Zimbabwe
By Getrude Chigerwe Zimbabwe joins the global community in commemorating International Girls in ICT Day, an initiative led by the International Telecommunication Union to inspire girls and young women to pursue careers in technology. Since its inception in 2011, the day has grown beyond symbolism into a strategic call to confront one of the digital age’s…