Zimbabwe Records Decline in Cervical Cancer Cases

📅 Published: August 26, 2025

📰 Source: healthtimes

Curated by AllZimNews.com

In an interview with HealthTimes, Irene Sithole,WCoZBoard Secretary and lawyer, said delays in resolving the case make justice increasingly difficult.

So, we are not happy about the pace of this investigation,” saidSithole. “We wish it could be expedited because this involves a young child.

Over time, she may forget key details.

When presenting evidence in court, precision is crucial.

The longer the delay, the more difficult it is for her to recall events accurately, which jeopardises the case.

We hope the matter will be accelerated so justice can prevail and the perpetrator brought to book. ”
She added that other touts present at the scene should cooperate with the police to aid investigations. “We are here asking for justice for that young girl, and for all otherswho have been raped.

We are deeply concerned about the pace of this case.

This occurred in a public space, so it is reasonable to expect that other commuter omnibus touts could help identify the perpetrator. ”
According to the Zimbabwe Gender Commission and National Prosecuting Authority, about 22 women are raped daily in Zimbabwe—averaging one rape every 75 minutes.

This amounts to roughly 646 women being violated each month, with many victims being juveniles, mentally challenged, or related to their attackers, highlighting the prevalence of sexual violence within families and trusted circles.

Loveness Rukuni, Executive Director of the Women’s Action Group (WAG), said ranks and bus terminals must be safe spaces for everyone. “We know that touts often protect each other and know who is responsible.

We urge law enforcement to act swiftly.

It is unacceptable that this girl was raped at this rank,” said Rukuni.