Disability Empowerment programmes launched in Gwanda


Gwanda – Zimbabwe based Nkomwa Foundation Trust, an organization that caters for people with disabilities and special needs recently equipped Ntalale villagers under Chief Nhlamba in Gwanda South with knowledge on disability rights and gender-based violence. Speaking during the Sensitization meeting, Nkomwa Trust Foundation leader Mr Pick Nkomwa, gave an insight about the organization’s core…
Society still in denial about disability July 10, 2023 By Choice Magazine Saul Utete Choice News Africa Bulawayo – Many people in Zimbabweincluding the politicians and churches are yet to get accustomed to live and appreciate persons with disability. The recent encounter and subsequent interview carried by Choice News Africa with Jack Matshazi of Pelandaba in Bulawayo, brought the…
Politicians and Celebrities accused of shunning disability November 16, 2023 By Choice Magazine Saul Utete Choice News Africa Bulawayo – Politicians and celebrities are being criticized by several disability organisations for for shunning them and completely sidelining themselves from them as soon as they get into higher offices. Siboniso Mazula Coordinator of Zimbabwe Down Syndrome Association, who…
Supporting Persons with Disabilities — The Right Way Many people genuinely want to help, but aren’t always sure how to do so respectfully. Support isn’t about pity — it’s about understanding, respect, and inclusion. Here are a few meaningful ways to support persons with disabilities: ✨ Ask before offering help — not everyone needs assistance,…
WE DID IT! 🏆🌟 On the final day of the Matabeleland South Agricultural Show, @Nkomwa Foundation Trust (NFT) proudly scooped FIRST PRIZE in the Civil Society Organizations category! This victory is a testament to our growing impact in championing disability inclusion, empowerment, and community development beyond Gwanda.Under the show’s theme “Farm to Factory: Unlocking Industrial…
Nkomwa Foundation’s timely visits to vulnerable mine communities August 2, 2023 By Choice Magazine Choice News Africa Correspondent Gwanda – Matabeleland South mining areas and also the makeshift dwellings have recently been reached by Nkomwa Foundation Trust, in the organisation’s quest to include everyone with disability in their programs, as it is their mandate as a disability…