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DZT is a voluntary organization advancing the rights and interest of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing It is governed by a board and has paid staff and volunteers.

Deaf Zimbabwe Trust is a voluntary organization advancing the rights and interest of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) people in Zimbabwe. It was formed in 2012 by parents of Deaf children and began operations as registered Trust in 2013. Initially the organisation was formed to advance the rights of Deaf children. After wide consultation, the leadership of DZT realised that Deaf adults had a lot

of challenges and very little was being done to help them achieve their potential. As a result of this realisation, Deaf Zimbabwe Trust reconfigured its activities to include all the Deaf in Zimbabwe. DZT is a member of National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH), Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (ECOZI) and the Zimbabwe National Council for the Welfare of Children (ZNCWC).

25/05/2026

Happy Africa Day !
Today we celebrate the beauty of our diversity, the strength in our communities, and the power of inclusion.

Together, we build an Africa where every smile matters and every voice belongs.

22/05/2026

Communication is a matter of life and death. Persons with disabilities deserve equal access to healthcare , that means sign language interpreters, accessible formats, and clear communication at every point of care. No one should be left in the dark about their own health. Healthcare must be understood by ALL.

14/05/2026

Day 2 of the National Disability Symposium 2026 focused on moving from policy to practice by advancing inclusion across sectors and strengthening access to assistive technology for persons with disabilities in Zimbabwe.

Deaf Zimbabwe Trust (DZT) was honoured to participate in important discussions on accessibility, inclusion, communication and independence with stakeholders highlighting that assistive technology is not just about devices , it is about dignity, participation and equal opportunity.

Conversations emphasized the need for assistive technologies to be accessible, affordable, available and user-centred, while recognizing communication access, digital inclusion and sign language interpretation as critical components of true inclusion. The discussions also reflected on Zimbabwe’s progress following the launch of the National Assistive Technology Strategy in 2024, which aims to bridge the gap between exclusion and participation for persons with disabilities.

The symposium reinforced that disability inclusion is a constitutional and human rights issue, and that meaningful progress requires collaboration between government, development partners, organisations of persons with disabilities, communities,and service providers.
Nascoh Parliamentof Zimbabwe Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training FODPZ-Federation of Organisations of Disabled People in Zimbabwe. Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education Star FM NANGO Zimbabwe

13/05/2026

Every person deserves to be seen, heard, and cared for no matter their ability. Let's champion a healthcare system that leaves no one behind.

06/05/2026

CHIMANIMANI WARD 20 GUDYANGA COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ON THE PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (2025)

Deaf Zimbabwe Trust conducted a community awareness session today in Chimanimani ward 20 Gudyanga aimed at unpacking the Persons with Disabilities Act (2025) and introducing basic disability rights and constitutional awareness.

The engagement brought together 12 participants (5 persons with disabilities and 7 without disabilities). A key finding from the discussion was that most community members had little to no knowledge of the Disability Act and some were also unfamiliar with the Constitution of Zimbabwe and the rights it guarantees. Only a few individuals who had previously interacted with Deaf Zimbabwe Trust during the PULSE programme demonstrated some understanding of disability inclusion issues.

Participants openly shared lived experiences, highlighting serious barriers faced by persons with disabilities in their community. These included lack of inclusive learning support in schools, communication challenges at police stations due to absence of sign language interpretation, and exclusion within churches where services are not accessible to all. They also raised concerns about inaccessible clinics and public buildings, including stairs without ramps, lack of accessible toilets and limited assistive communication support.

Beyond physical barriers, participants also pointed out wider challenges such as stigma, exclusion from community decision-making, limited participation in development programmes, and lack of livelihood opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Despite these challenges, the session was highly interactive and solution-driven. Participants proposed practical steps such as improving accessibility in public infrastructure, strengthening inclusive education systems, introducing sign language interpretation in key institutions, and ensuring persons with disabilities are actively included in leadership and community programmes.

This engagement clearly demonstrated the urgent need for continuous awareness-raising on disability rights and legal frameworks. It also showed that when information is shared in accessible ways, communities are willing to participate, learn and take action toward inclusion.

Deaf Zimbabwe Trust remains committed to promoting inclusive communities where persons with disabilities are informed, empowered and fully included in all aspects of development.

04/05/2026

Assistive technology isn't a luxury, it's a right. We are working to ensure that every person who needs assistive technology can access it, regardless of cost or location. Accessible. Affordable. High Quality. Because no one should be left behind. "

29/04/2026

Policy is just the beginning. Zimbabwe's National Assistive Technology Strategy is in place, now we must strengthen implementation so no one is left behind. Access Availability Inclusion . JF Kapnek Zimbabwe

27/04/2026

Every learner deserves a seat at the table in the lecture hall. Disability is not inability. Let's champion inclusive higher education and break down the barriers that stand between talented individuals and their potential. Independence, employment, and dignity start with access to education.

24/04/2026

From Skills to Sustainability: Spencer Muishi’s EMPOWER Journey in Wengezi Ward 2 Chimanimani.

Before the close of the EMPOWER programme, implemented by Deaf Zimbabwe Trust with support from USAID, one young man in Wengezi Ward 2, Chimanimani, was already turning opportunity into transformation.

Spencer Muishi, a participant in the programme, started his journey in cell phone repairing and sales. Through EMPOWER, he was identified and supported with mentorship, financial literacy training, and business development skills. These lessons didn’t just add to his knowledge-they reshaped how he approached business and life.

Through financial literacy training, Spencer learned practical skills such as budgeting, record keeping, separating business and personal finances, and the importance of saving consistently. He adopted a discipline of saving at least 25% of his monthly sales-something that became a foundation for his growth and stability.

With guidance from Deaf Zimbabwe Trust, Spencer accessed a loan facility through Mountfin, which enabled him to expand and diversify his business. He moved beyond phone repairs into selling maize, tomatoes, and airtime-significantly increasing his income streams and strengthening his financial resilience.

Driven by vision and supported by his savings culture, Spencer began constructing his own shop on a stand he had acquired prior to the programme. The same financial discipline also enabled him to achieve a major personal milestone-he was able to marry and build his family using savings generated through his business.

Even when the EMPOWER grant came to an end, and many faced uncertainty, Spencer did not stop. The skills, confidence, and mindset he had gained carried him forward.

Spencer successfully completed his shop a month ago. Not only is he running his own ventures, but he is also earning rental income from the property-creating a sustainable and growing livelihood.As the next stage of his journey, he is now working on installing electricity in his shop, bringing him one step closer to fully realizing his vision.

His story is a powerful reminder that true impact goes beyond funding cycles. It lives in the skills transferred, the confidence built, and the independence achieved.

Spencer Muishi is not just a beneficiary-he is a testament to what empowerment truly means.

23/04/2026

Sign language isn’t a privilege, it’s a right.
Education must speak to every child.

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12 Victory Avenue Greendale, Athlone
Harare
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Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 13:00

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+263242448293

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http://www.deafzimbabwetrust.org/

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