Summary

The Working Group on discrimination against women and girls visited Zimbabwe from 28 July to 8 August 2025. In the present report, the Working Group assesses the situation of women’s and girls’ human rights, noting achievements, challenges and pathways to progress. This assessment is made in the context of the country’s current legal, institutional and policy framework for promoting gender equality and the participation of women in family, economic, social, political and public life, paying particular attention to the rights of girls and their futures. The Working Group also makes recommendations for further progress in eliminating discrimination and promoting gender equality.