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Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, Harare (2026)

16/06/2026

June is Men's Mental Health Month.

And as Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, we are reminded that our elderly men deserve to be seen. They carried the weight of families, of communities, of generations. And now, it is the young who are standing with them.

We are reminded of 2020. When we first sat down. To listen. Ubumbano.

📍 Budiriro. Sekuru Dube. Two young men. One grandfather. Three chairs. And a conversation that mattered.

This picture shows our founder Panashe Pemhiwa , back then, just listening. No agenda. No programme. Just presence. That day reminded us of something we never want to forget. That presence is powerful. That listening is healing. That showing up is mental health care.

For our elderly men, loneliness quietly breaks what the world never sees. No diagnosis. No label. Just silence, day after day. Ubumbano is our answer to that silence. We gather. We sit. We talk. We heal together.

Join us this June as we launch the Challenge where we honour our grandfathers by sharing the lessons they carried in their hearts. Because their wisdom was never meant to be kept in silence. It is time their children and grandchildren tell the world what Sekuru meant to them.

Moyo waSekuru. The Heart of Grandfather. Honoured this month by those who love him most.

27/05/2026

“Young For The Elderly” is not just a statement. It is our philosophy rooted in Ubuntu — the belief that “I am because we are.”

We believe sustainable communities are built when generations support, learn from, and care for one another. Our elders carry wisdom and legacy. Young people carry energy and innovation. Together, we create inclusive communities where no generation is left behind.

Young For The Elderly represents dignity, intergenerational solidarity, compassion, active ageing, and collective responsibility.

Because togetherness is sustainability.

This is not charity.
This is community.
This is humanity.

21/05/2026

Across many communities, some elderly people have become parents again. Many are raising grandchildren after families were separated by hardship, migration, or loss. Some are caring for orphaned children, while others continue sacrificing their pensions, health, and comfort to keep a child safe, in school, and hopeful about the future. Beyond responsibility, these children also become companions to the elderly, bringing life, purpose, and emotional connection into their homes.

But when schools open, what should be a season of excitement often becomes a season of stress for Gogo.

“How will I pay the fees?”
“Where will the stationery come from?”
“How do I keep this child in school with so little?”

At Hibiscus, we recognized that elderly welfare cannot be separated from the wellbeing of the children in their care. That is why through our Muzukuru Project, under our Practical Support pillar, we stepped in to support children under the care of elderly guardians with school fees and stationery.

Because when a child stays in school, an elder carries less worry. When a family is supported, dignity is protected. When hope is restored to a grandchild, strength is restored to Gogo too. From Domboshava to Dema and Chitungwiza, we continue building communities where both generations are supported, valued, and given the opportunity to thrive together.

18/05/2026

On Saturday, Hibiscus Dotage Foundation hosted Rekindling Intergenerational Bonds II, a transformative gathering that brought together over 150 participants between the ages of 17 and 72 years — creating a rare and powerful space where wisdom, innovation, experience, and youthful energy met in one room.

The event was officially opened by Hibiscus Dotage Foundation Chairman, Panashe Pemhiwa, who reminded participants that the future of sustainable communities depends on rebuilding the bridge between generations. He emphasized that societies thrive when elders are not isolated and young people are not left without guidance, identity, or belonging. He called for a future where intergenerational collaboration becomes part of how communities lead, innovate, heal, and grow.

He reflected on the importance of preserving human dignity, restoring cultural memory, and building systems that allow both the elderly and youth to contribute meaningfully to society. In a world increasingly shaped by disconnection, migration, technology, and fast-changing social structures, he stressed that intergenerational solidarity is no longer optional — it is essential for resilient families, ethical leadership, community development, and long-term nation building.

Through deeply engaging conversations led by Dr Grace Mae Taruvinga and Omuhle Ndhlovu, participants explored transformative leadership, stewardship, servant leadership, cultural identity, empathy, legacy, and the urgent responsibility of preparing future generations with both wisdom and opportunity.

The conversations challenged transactional ways of living and encouraged participants to think beyond individual success toward collective impact, stewardship, and generational sustainability. Powerful reflections highlighted that communities weaken when generations stop listening to each other, but flourish when wisdom and innovation intentionally walk together.

The gathering also reaffirmed that elders are living libraries carrying history, resilience, values, and perspective, while young people carry creativity, energy, technology, and the power to reimagine the future. True progress happens when both generations see each other not as competitors, but as partners in shaping society.

At Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, we remain committed to creating platforms that strengthen intergenerational connection, social cohesion, cultural continuity, and inclusive leadership. Because when generations collaborate intentionally, they do not only preserve legacy — they create sustainable futures.

14/05/2026

Rekindling the Intergenerational Bond II

Across generations, stories are more than memories — they are the roots of identity, strength, and hope. This conversation ignites the shared wisdom of elders and the bold dreams of youth, building a space where heritage and innovation walk hand in hand.

Presenting a panel of respected thought leaders including Dr Grace-Mae Taruvinga, Dr Rejoice Nharaunda-Makawa, Omuhle Ndhlovu, and Panashe Pemhiwa, this event brings together seasoned voices across diverse spaces of leadership, academia, and community engagement, sparking dialogue where experience meets emerging vision, and where storytelling becomes a force for unity, empathy, and community transformation.

Join Hibiscus Dotage Foundation live on Zoom this 16 May for a powerful dialogue — “The Power of Elders and Youth Walking Together II.” Spaces are limited, register now and be part of this unforgettable journey connecting hearts and generations.

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11/05/2026

It’s not just a day, it’s every day.

At Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, we believe mothers and elderly women are living libraries of wisdom, love, sacrifice, and resilience. Through our intergenerational programs, community visits, wellness initiatives, conversations, practical support, and moments of connection, we work to ensure that older persons are seen, heard, valued, and cared for with dignity.

Yesterday was Mother’s Day, but our mission goes beyond one celebration. Every day, we honour the women who raised generations, nurtured communities, carried families through difficult seasons, and continue to inspire hope through their strength and compassion. Their stories matter. Their legacy matters.

To every mother, grandmother, caregiver, and elderly woman, thank you for the love you continue to pour into the world.

07/05/2026

Where Generations Met for Health, Dignity and Belonging

In Chizhanje Village, more than 350 people came together last Saturday, including about 180 elderly people, not just for an event, but for connection, dignity, learning, and community.

What we witnessed was more than a gathering. It was generations sitting side by side. Young people listening deeply. Elders sharing wisdom, lived experience, and stories that carry the identity of a community. Meals were shared. Conversations flowed. And through our practical support pillar, families received donated clothes and food as part of a simple but powerful expression of care.

Under the theme Health and Longevity, the day also opened space for vital learning. Together with our partners Young and Dynamic, we engaged the community on hypertension and diabetes, two silent health challenges that continue to affect many families and especially older persons. Awareness became protection. Knowledge became empowerment.

In many communities, elderly people remain the backbone of family and culture, raising grandchildren, holding memory, guiding values, and sustaining households. Yet too often, they are left outside systems of recognition and support. This is where intergenerational work becomes essential: restoring dignity, strengthening belonging, and ensuring no generation is left behind.

At the heart of this work is a simple commitment, to restore dignity and comfort to senior citizens through companionship, care, and active involvement in society, while strengthening social inclusion, legacy, and heritage.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Chipochashe for hosting us and making this work possible on the ground. We also appreciate Kingdom Prosperity Ministries for standing with communities through faith and service, and Young and Dynamic for delivering quality medical awareness that strengthens community health understanding.

Because when generations meet with purpose, communities do not just gather, they heal, learn, and grow together. Be part of this movement of dignity and intergenerational connection. Partner with us, support a village, or join our next outreach as we continue building healthier and more inclusive communities.

27/04/2026

Under our Heritage & Legacy theme, our new volunteers spent Saturday 25 April 2026 at Bakoredonhodzo, not just to visit, but to connect, to listen, and to understand.

These visits matter. They move young people beyond sympathy into shared humanity, where dignity is not spoken about but practiced. By stepping into the lived spaces of our elders, volunteers begin to feel the weight of time, the value of care, and the responsibility of continuity.

Together, we cleaned, we served, and we created moments of presence. What may seem small becomes powerful because impact begins where generations meet with intention.

While our core focus is reaching the elderly who are often neglected within communities, we also intentionally visit those in care homes, ensuring that no one is unseen or forgotten.

At Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, we are shaping a culture where young people do not just see the elderly, they stand with them, learn from them, and carry forward their stories. Because legacy is not inherited by chance, it is built through deliberate connection.

24/04/2026

Today, our volunteers engaged high school students in a focused dialogue on community building and leadership under the Advocacy and Dignity pillar of Hibiscus Dotage Foundation. The conversations challenged young people to reflect on their role in shaping communities that uphold respect, care, and inclusion for the elderly.

Students actively shared perspectives, asked questions, and began rethinking what leadership looks like in their everyday environments, not as titles, but as responsibility and action. The dialogue created space for them to connect their energy and ideas with the lived experiences and wisdom of older generations.

We are grateful to Mr Mangena and the OK Global Science Christian College team for the opportunity and for the meaningful work they continue to do in shaping young people with purpose and direction.

16/04/2026

The Next Step… A Practical Guide for New Volunteers (Online)

At Hibiscus Dotage Foundation, the elderly are at the center of all we do, and we work with young people to achieve this, which is why we stand firmly in our mantra, Young for the Elderly.

We are not just building volunteers, we are shaping responders. Young people who understand how to feel, how to act, and how to ask, what can we do now?

This is how we build a generation rooted in dignity, legacy, and sustainable impact.

Featurin Bernice Bore, Moses Machipisa, and Tinovimbanashe Evelyn Munembe.

Join us Tomorrow for The Next Step, a practical guide designed to intentionally create a platform where young people learn, grow, and step into responsibility.

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