The viral Bybit story may seem like entertainment, but it exposes a deeper crisis for marginalised girls in Zimbabwe. Behind the memes is a teenager shaped by poverty, trauma and exploitation — now retraumatised through online ridicule and unconsented filming. As we mark 16 Days of Activism, her case reveals how digital spaces amplify gender-based harm, especially for rural girls with little protection.

The phrase “grooming gangs” oversimplifies group-based child sexual exploitation. By reframing the discussion around safeguarding, we move beyond stereotypes and centre survivor voices. Effective protection involves listening to survivors, coordinating across agencies, and empowering communities to create safer environments. Collective responsibility is key to preventing exploitation and prioritising genuine support for those affected.

A new partnership between Bertha’s Place and Hill City Ministries is helping Christian women understand the effects of trauma and learn practical tools for emotional healing. By bringing mental wellbeing into faith spaces, this initiative encourages women to find strength without silence, compassion without self-sacrifice, and healing grounded in both faith and self-awareness.

In rural Zimbabwe, a quiet revolution is transforming an ancient tradition into a force for gender equality. The revival of Nhanga—once a space preparing girls for marriage—is now empowering them to challenge child marriage, claim their rights, and build independent futures. The Nhanga Revolution shows how cultural wisdom can become the foundation for ending gender-based violence.

In Zimbabwe’s gold-rich hills, the promise of wealth hides a harsh reality: gender-based violence, exploitation, and trauma. Women face coercion, abuse, and silence in mining camps where lawlessness thrives. Territorial disputes turn deadly, leaving families shattered. True wealth lies not in gold dust but in restoring dignity, safety, and hope. The resource curse doesn’t have to define our future.

By Nyasha B. Dube The digital age has revolutionized how we communicate, debate and interact. Platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and...

Where can women truly feel safe? While society has made some strides in protecting women’s rights, many spaces remain hostile. There is an increasing need to create and reinforce safe spaces: physical, emotional and digital environments where women can exist freely, express themselves without fear and find support in times of distress.

At the heart of this firestorm is not just a court case, but a woman, visibly bruised, emotionally raw and now public again, trying to navigate the wreckage of a system that many survivors say often fails them.

Sometimes, all that is needed is to reach out—and be heard. Bertha’s Legacy doesn’t currently operate in that region, but we just couldn't turn her way because every life matters. And when a cry for help comes in, we listen and we act. Because violence doesn’t wait for location boundaries.

Accurate gender-based violence (GBV) data is critical to shaping effective responses in Zimbabwe. From policymaking to survivor support, reliable statistics can illuminate trends, guide resource allocation, and break the cycle of silence surrounding abuse.

the blurred boundaries between consensual sex work, systemic exploitation and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Zimbabwe.

motherhood is often a lonely and challenging journey. Maternal guilt is deeply ingrained in our society, making many women feel like

In recent years, research has highlighted the powerful role of creative expression in trauma recovery.

International Women’s Day is approaching, and as always, it’s important to remember that this day is not about flowers

The economic empowerment of women is not a side issue—it is THE issue that affects economies, businesses, and global stability.

Trauma bonding is a powerful emotional attachment that develops between a survivor and their abuser.

Journaling is more than just a habit; it is a powerful tool for self-reflection, growth and healing. Throughout our journaling course.

for many, Valentine’s Day is a painful reminder of love that wasn’t kind—love that hurt instead of healed.

women in sports have already proven their strength, skill, and determination time and time again.

Addressing the abuse of women and girls in Zimbabwe’s economic hubs requires a multi-faceted approach that tackles the root causes of gender