Senator Monica Mutsvangwa talked about Zimbabwe's success in helping rural women yesterday at Munyarari Primary School in Mutare. The government works hard to support women through many programs across the country. International Women's Day happens every March 8, and the 2025 theme focuses on rights, equality, and empowerment for all women and girls.
According to Mutsvangwa, women face many roadblocks that prevent them from reaching their full potential. These include unfair laws, policies, social rules, and stereotypes that push women aside. Despite these challenges, amazing progress has been made toward gender equality. Mutsvangwa praised the courage and determination of women who drive these positive changes forward.
The Zimbabwe Constitution guarantees equal rights for everyone regardless of gender. The government has created many policies to promote fairness between men and women. Yet problems remain for women and girls, especially limited access to school, healthcare, and jobs. Mutsvangwa explained that empowering women fights poverty, illiteracy, hunger, and poor nutrition across the nation.
Her ministry teaches women about dealing with climate change, which helps build stronger communities. They work with partners to increase access to clean energy sources, freeing women from dangerous cooking methods that harm family health. Solar-powered water systems and irrigation have changed lives dramatically. Training programs for making reusable sanitary products have helped more than 2,000 rural women and girls just this year.
The government has set up several money-lending programs with development partners and banks. These include the Zimbabwe Women's Development Fund, Community Development Fund, Women's Micro Finance Bank, and SMEDCO. These programs offer affordable loans that help women start businesses and boost the economy across Zimbabwe.
United Nations leader Edward Kallon praised Zimbabwe's progress on women's rights. He described International Women's Day as a strong call to protect women's dignity worldwide. The UN promises to stand with Zimbabwe to reverse any backsliding on women's rights and create true gender equality throughout the country.
Swedish Ambassador Per Lindgärde spoke for European Union nations at the event. He acknowledged Zimbabwe's efforts toward gender equality but stressed more work remains. The country has good laws in place - the Constitution supports equality, pregnant girls can stay in school, and marriage laws protect vulnerable young women. Yet, one in three women still experience gender-based violence.
The European Union has funded many projects in Zimbabwe that improve women's lives. These include better education, business support, and rural healthcare services. The EU stays committed to working with Zimbabwe's government to create lasting opportunities for women, protect their rights, and stop gender-based violence completely.
Manicaland Provincial leader Misheck Mugadza praised women from his region. About 1,035,000 women live in Manicaland Province, showing remarkable strength. The area has produced important leaders like Ministers Oppah Muchinguri and Monica Mutsvangwa. Girls' schools in the province regularly break records and achieve historic achievements.
Mugadza highlighted several local projects started by President Mnangagwa. These include Chikanga Mushroom Project in Mutare, Jopa Market in Chimanimani, and Cynara Dairy in Mutasa. These forward-thinking programs have helped women become innovators and business leaders who transform their communities. International Women's Day celebrations began in the early 1900s during major industrial changes and population growth around the world.
According to Mutsvangwa, women face many roadblocks that prevent them from reaching their full potential. These include unfair laws, policies, social rules, and stereotypes that push women aside. Despite these challenges, amazing progress has been made toward gender equality. Mutsvangwa praised the courage and determination of women who drive these positive changes forward.
The Zimbabwe Constitution guarantees equal rights for everyone regardless of gender. The government has created many policies to promote fairness between men and women. Yet problems remain for women and girls, especially limited access to school, healthcare, and jobs. Mutsvangwa explained that empowering women fights poverty, illiteracy, hunger, and poor nutrition across the nation.
Her ministry teaches women about dealing with climate change, which helps build stronger communities. They work with partners to increase access to clean energy sources, freeing women from dangerous cooking methods that harm family health. Solar-powered water systems and irrigation have changed lives dramatically. Training programs for making reusable sanitary products have helped more than 2,000 rural women and girls just this year.
The government has set up several money-lending programs with development partners and banks. These include the Zimbabwe Women's Development Fund, Community Development Fund, Women's Micro Finance Bank, and SMEDCO. These programs offer affordable loans that help women start businesses and boost the economy across Zimbabwe.
United Nations leader Edward Kallon praised Zimbabwe's progress on women's rights. He described International Women's Day as a strong call to protect women's dignity worldwide. The UN promises to stand with Zimbabwe to reverse any backsliding on women's rights and create true gender equality throughout the country.
Swedish Ambassador Per Lindgärde spoke for European Union nations at the event. He acknowledged Zimbabwe's efforts toward gender equality but stressed more work remains. The country has good laws in place - the Constitution supports equality, pregnant girls can stay in school, and marriage laws protect vulnerable young women. Yet, one in three women still experience gender-based violence.
The European Union has funded many projects in Zimbabwe that improve women's lives. These include better education, business support, and rural healthcare services. The EU stays committed to working with Zimbabwe's government to create lasting opportunities for women, protect their rights, and stop gender-based violence completely.
Manicaland Provincial leader Misheck Mugadza praised women from his region. About 1,035,000 women live in Manicaland Province, showing remarkable strength. The area has produced important leaders like Ministers Oppah Muchinguri and Monica Mutsvangwa. Girls' schools in the province regularly break records and achieve historic achievements.
Mugadza highlighted several local projects started by President Mnangagwa. These include Chikanga Mushroom Project in Mutare, Jopa Market in Chimanimani, and Cynara Dairy in Mutasa. These forward-thinking programs have helped women become innovators and business leaders who transform their communities. International Women's Day celebrations began in the early 1900s during major industrial changes and population growth around the world.
