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IYWD drives Digital Inclusion for young women and women in marginalised communities of Mashonaland Central in Zimbabwe
In Mashonaland Central, young women are increasingly using digital technologies to access information, share their stories, and strengthen their livelihoods, as a result of the Institute for Young Women’s Development (IYWD) initiative to facilitate access to and skills training on digital technologies. Through its goal of facilitating access to digital skills and technologies that amplify
From the Women’s Business Bootcamp to establishing Urban Eats Restaurant in Masvingo, Zimbabwe
The aroma of freshly prepared meals now drifts through the streets of Masvingo, drawing customers into Urban Eats Restaurant, a business born not just from ambition but from bold transformation through training in entrepreneurship, financial skills, records keeping and digital marketing. At the centre of it all stands Enny Chitongo, a young entrepreneur who turned
Food value chains empower Shamiso Gotami to pay school fees for her children’s education
The steady sound of a grinding mill in Guruve District is more than just the processing of grain; it represents resilience, economic independence, and the transformation of one woman’s life. For Shamiso Gotami, a woman from Guruve District in Mashonaland Central Province, owning and operating a grinding mill has become a powerful symbol of how
Shamiso’s Leadership Sparks Rights and Opportunities for Rural Women
In a world where leadership roles are still largely dominated by men, Shamiso Gotami has broken through deeply rooted gender norms to become a symbol of feminist leadership in Guruve District. Her journey is not just one of personal achievement, it’s a testament to the power of empowerment, feminist consciousness, and the impact of grassroots
Local Government Learning and Exchange Lab 2025: A Movement for Gender-Responsive Governance.
Young women across Zimbabwe are leading transformative change in their communities, moving from passive observers to active decision-makers shaping policies and local development. Through community-level training programs, young women and women have gained the confidence, skills, and knowledge to influence governance and demand Gender-Responsive Social Services Delivery (GRSSD). The impact was celebrated at the Local
Young Women Take Action Against Human-Wildlife Conflict in Kariba
Young women in Kariba are taking charge of their safety and leading community change. Following a community advocacy action organized by the Institute for Young Women’s Development (IYWD) on June 20, 2025 in partnership with Patsaka Trust, they launched a petition demanding urgent action to address human-wildlife conflict. Dividing into teams to collect signatures and
Panashe Gains Confidence and Leadership Skills, Inspiring Change in Her Community
In many communities across Zimbabwe, young women’s voices are often silenced by cultural norms, social expectations, and systemic exclusion. But through the strategic work of the Institute for Young Women’s Development (IYWD), these voices are beginning to rise, boldly, confidently, and with purpose. One such voice belongs to Panashe B. Tazviwana, a 24-year-old from Rimuka,
Bindura Young Women Drive Inclusion to Strengthen Gender-Responsive Health Services
Young women in Bindura are transforming healthcare governance through bold advocacy and hands-on engagement with leaders. They started by mobilizing peers and raising awareness about gaps in local health services, then held open dialogues with councillors, clinic staff, and municipal authorities to tackle challenges such as underfunding, poor service delivery, and the absence of gender-sensitive
Bindura Municipality Makes Strides Towards Young Women’s Inclusion to Promote Gender Responsive Services
In a landmark celebration of gender-responsive leadership, Bindura Municipality was crowned the winner of the Institute for Young Women’s Development (IYWD) Awards for Fostering Young Women’s Participation towards Gender-Responsive Social Services Delivery (GRSSD). The prestigious award was presented to His Worship Mayor Gwature and women from Bindura during the Local Government Learning and Exchange Lab
Our Unions, Our Property, Our Rights: Why Zimbabwe’s New Marriage Law is a Game-Changer for Young Women
For generations, the story has been the same. A young woman builds a life, a home, and a family with her partner. She invests her time, her labour, and her love. But because their union was not registered under a specific law, when the relationship ends or her partner dies, she is treated like a
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