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Zimbabwe’s proposed bill to dissolve its Gender Commission sparks concern over women’s rights, while Namibia pushes for concrete steps to empower women beyond symbolism.
On International Women’s Day 2026, Zimbabwe faces scrutiny over a proposed constitutional bill to dissolve the Zimbabwe Gender Commission, with advocacy group Veritas warning the move would weaken gender equality efforts and undermine protections for women.
Despite constitutional guarantees and progress in female political representation, implementation gaps persist, particularly in valuing women’s labor and ensuring access to reproductive health services.
In Namibia, the Swapo Party Women’s Council calls for moving beyond symbolic gestures, urging investment in women’s skills, leadership training, and policy influence to enable real empowerment and lasting systemic change.
El proyecto de ley propuesto por Zimbabue para disolver su Comisión de Género despierta preocupación por los derechos de las mujeres, mientras que Namibia presiona por medidas concretas para empoderar a las mujeres más allá del simbolismo.