In Zimbabwe, sex workers facing economic hardships have resorted to drugging their children with sleeping pills and other substances to keep them asleep while they work at night. This practice includes the use of antidepressants, cough syrup, and even marijuana smoke. Experts from Great Zimbabwe University and the University of Zimbabwe have expressed concerns about the health and developmental impacts on the children, noting the potential for antisocial personality disorder and disruption of normal development. The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights has also highlighted the major health implications. The Ministry of Health and Child Care acknowledges the drug problem but cites a lack of funds for research. The article suggests a need for urgent interventions to address this issue.

The article discusses the partnership between educational institutions and software development companies in developing countries, focusing on Zimbabwe's efforts to modernize and industrialize through the adoption of design technology like AutoCAD. Advanced Design Colleges (ADC), the distributor and trainer of Autodesk software in Zimbabwe, has trained over 400 lecturers since 2017 and is pushing for AutoCAD to be included in the Higher Examinations Council curricula. Despite progress, there is a call for more integration of ICT in education and for design technology to be introduced at earlier stages of education. The Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education supports initiatives that align with the government's modernization and industrialization agenda. The article also touches on the need for local engineers to be at the forefront of projects and the importance of political will in promoting technological adoption.

The article by Admire Masuku discusses the dire conditions faced by residents of informal settlements in Harare, Zimbabwe, focusing on the story of Simon Chichoni, who was evicted from 'KwaChioko' and now lives in Caledonia Farm. The piece highlights the lack of basic amenities such as water, electricity, and sanitation in these slums, and the exploitation of residents by fraudulent housing cooperatives. It also touches on the broader housing crisis in Zimbabwe, with a significant backlog and the government's failure to provide for the poor. The article sheds light on the struggles of slum dwellers clinging to hope despite the constant threat of demolitions and the lack of support from authorities and financial institutions.

The article discusses the partnership between various educational institutions in Zimbabwe and Advance Design Systems (ADS), the authorized trainer and distributor of Autodesk software products in the country. This collaboration aims to integrate technology into education, particularly in design technology fields such as engineering, construction, and architecture. The partnership has led to the training of about 140 lecturers on Autodesk's AutoCAD software, enhancing the quality of graduates and providing them with competitive skills in the global market. The article highlights the benefits of using licensed software over pirated versions and the positive impact on students' learning experiences. It also touches on the broader implications for Zimbabwe's economy, the need for curriculum reform to foster innovation, and the role of technology in transitioning to a knowledge-based economy.