Case Studies | Plan International Zimbabwe

Simbarashe and Linet’s journey to a happy family

Simbarashe and Linet have turned their relationship around, using a family well-being programme to restore love and harmony in their household.

Caroline’s journey: turning a hairdressing passion into…

Caroline, a single mother of 2, has turned her passion for hairdressing into a successful business and now runs a thriving hair salon.

Girls Takeover: Delisa’s day as Securico Managing Director…

On October 11, Delisa took over the role of Managing Director at Securico Security Services as part of the International Day of the Girl celebrations.

“We are calling for investment in our dreams”

Rebecca attended a briefing with embassy staff as she took up the position of Swedish Ambassador for International Day of the Girl.

Sandra: I cannot wait to start my new journey in motor mechanics…

Sandra dropped out of school at 11. By learning motor mechanics, she hopes to be a role model for out-of-school single mothers like herself.

Girls Takeover: Vimbainashe as Swedish ambassador

Vimbainashe takes on the role of Swedish ambassador, standing up for girls’ rights and showing the strength of youth leadership.

Life at boarding school

Matsanya and Lucy share their experiences of school and education since the new school boarding facilities opened in their district.

Generating an income and saying no to child marriage

Sandra from rural Zimbabwe is becoming financially independent, supporting her family and not marrying young.

The young chicken farmer funding her education

Hilda, 16, is a rearing chickens and using the profits to pay for her education.

5 ways climate change is disrupting girls’ lives

These stories show how the inequalities experienced by marginalised girls and young women are amplified by the impacts of climate change.

Dressmaker, entrepreneur and mentor

Tracey, 20, shares her story of becoming a successful business owner, entrepreneur and empowered mentor to other aspiring seamstresses.