HelpAge Zimbabwe

21/05/2026

Let's come in our numbers..

14/05/2026

Today and tomorrow in Darwendale, Zimbabwe, something important is happening for older persons across Zimbabwe.The Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare has convened a National Older Persons Policy Write Shop with stakeholders from government, civil society, academia, and older persons themselves.Why this matters:
Zimbabwe has over 840,000 people aged 60 and above. Many built this country but now face gaps in income security, healthcare access, and protection from abuse and neglect. For too long, older persons have been an afterthought in social protection systems.This Write Shop is moving us from policy on paper to policy in action. The goal: draft a comprehensive, rights-based National Older Persons Policy that ensures every older person in Zimbabwe can live with dignity, security, and respect.What’s significant for the region:Zimbabwe is ratcheting up implementation of the AU Protocol on the Rights of Older Persons, ratified in 2024.The process is inclusive - putting older persons at the table, not just on the agenda.The policy is tackling the real gaps: extending coverage to the informal sector, introducing a social pension, strengthening protection, and consolidating fragmented laws.This is what leadership on ageing looks like in practice. To my colleagues across Africa working on ageing, social protection, and human rights - Zimbabwe is moving in the right direction. We’re learning, we’re listening, and we’re building a model that others can draw from.Proud to be part of this moment.

05/05/2026

From 26 April 2026 to 01 May 2026, we conducted a cataract surgery program at Gokwe South Hospital. The surgeries were successful, and the community benefited greatly.

04/02/2026

As HelpAge Zimbabwe we do
-Cataract Surgeries And Refractions.
-Welfare Support.
-Influencing Policy.
-Institutional Support.
We are located at 32 Hillside Road, Hillside, Harare

09/12/2025

Office Space Available – Hillside, Harare
A 35m² office space is available for rent in the secure and prime area of Hillside, Harare. It is ideal for registered service-oriented organisations such as NGOs, consultancies, or professional firms. The property offers 24-hour security, reliable solar and generator backup, borehole water, and secure on-site parking.

Application: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) with your proposed rental offer. A company profile and registration documents will be required.

Viewing: By appointment only.

Contact: [email protected]

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08/12/2025

From the 2nd to the 4th of December, we conducted cataract surgeries and eye-screening activities at Kwekwe District Hospital. The event had a positive impact on the community, as many people had their eyesight restored.

09/10/2025

Today is World Sight Day, celebrated on the second Thursday of October each year, with an emphasis on raising awareness about eye health issues. Our theme is: "Help Put People at the Heart of Eye Health, Making It a Priority for Individuals, Communities, and Governments Worldwide." Join us today at Capitalk 100.4FM from 19:20 to 20:00, where HelpAge Zimbabwe together with the Chief Government Ophthalmologist will discuss eye health issues.

02/10/2025

ZBC COMMEMORATES INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE ELDERLY AT BUMHUDZO - 01 October 2025

Kwaziso/Ukubingelelana was done live today at Bumhudzo Old People’s home by the ZBC Radio Zimbabwe team, who took time to visit the elderly living at Bumhudzo. Station Manager Sifelani Chikwape praised the Salvation Army for the great job being done by the Church. - Salvationist online

02/10/2025

United Nations Day For Older Persons -01 October 2025

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The panel discussion highlighted the pressing challenge of digital literacy among older persons, particularly in relation to digital financial services, where they're vulnerable to scams and financial abuse due to the increasing prevalence of mobile money services. HelpAge Zimbabwe, represented by Mr. Kazuva, shared experiences from their work in disadvantaged communities, where limited access to phones and the internet hinders older persons from participating in and benefiting from intended programs. Furthermore, the discussion touched on issues such as the exploitation of older persons for social media views and the spread of stereotypes, like witchcraft accusations, perpetuated through the internet, underscoring the need for greater support and protection for this demographic.

01/10/2025