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Community Podium
Community Podium is a non-profit participatory media organisation dedicated to providing support for content creators and creating inclusive platforms for voices of marginalized communities to be heard. Community Podium creates spaces and develops resources for participatory civic media to thrive and in the process, enabling communities to reclaim their voice. The organisation is driven by the conviction that promoting access to information and strengthening the inclusion of marginalized voices leads to meaningful public participation. #communitydiaires
Understanding Obstetric Fistula: Causes and Impacts.
According to the World Health Organization, each year between 50 000 to 100 000 women worldwide are affected by obstetric fistula, an abnormal opening between a woman’s genital tract and her urinary tract or rectum. Women who experience obstetric fistula suffer constant incontinence, shame, social segregation and health problems. Listen to this episode as guest, Fiona Mpofu, a Sexual and Reproductive Health Champion unpacks the cause and impacts of obstetric fistula to women in communities.#communitydiaries
Nov 18, 2025
16 min
Unpacking the Climate Change Management Bill
In this episode, we unpack Zimbabwe's Climate Change Management Bill (HB 5, 2025), a proposed piece of legislation that will create a comprehensive framework for the country's response to climate change. Key objectives include mainstreaming climate change into all sectors, establishing a National Climate Fund, regulating emissions, facilitating low-carbon development, and aligning national law with the Constitution and international obligations. Vezimpilo Ncube, a representative from Dot Youth Zim and Karren D'hongo from Lunia Centre for Youth join us to give perspectives from and to help communities adapt to climate change.#communitydiaries
Nov 18, 2025
15 min
Exploring Community Share Ownership in Rural Communities
Community share ownership of resources can empower rural communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods. Involving communities and enforcing compliance can help community share ownership trusts ensure that local residents benefit from their natural resources and thus contribute to inclusive development and economic empowerment. Tune into the discussion on community share ownership with Effie Ncube to learn more.
May 16, 2024
40 min
A Conversation on Breast Cancer Awareness
As we celebrate women worldwide, their contributions to community development, and their resilience; join us in a conversation raising awareness on breast cancer.
Apr 4, 2024
50 min
A Conversation on Climate and Urban Resilience
A Conversation on Climate and Urban Resilience
Mar 25, 2024
50 min
Civic Awareness & Action to counter disinformation
Explaining and Understanding Disinformation Threats
Mar 12, 2024
52 min
Spotting disinformation
A conversation on tips for verifying sources of information #communitydiaries
Mar 12, 2024
51 min
Role of councillors and traditional leaders in community development
A conversation on conflation of power in rural communities and the roles community leaders play in development. In this conversation we were joined by experts Dr R Fayayo -Local governance Expert and Mr T. Guzura - Development Practitioner. #communitydiaries
May 3, 2023
42 min
Covid-19 rumours and how they affect communities
 Covid-19 rumours and how they affect communities. Our guest was Rooted in Trust Media Mentor, Thandolwenkosi Nkomo will be our guest. #communitydiaries
Oct 21, 2022
59 min
#LetsTalkCOVID19 A discussion on covid19 rumours
The shows which are being aired bi-weekly are designed to engage Bulawayo residents and surrounding areas on Covid-19 rumours.#LetsTalkCovid19
Oct 14, 2022
28 min
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