Elderly women sue govt over inaccessible offices
Two elderly women in Zimbabwe have filed a lawsuit against the government, arguing that the relocation of the Legal Aid Directorate to an inaccessible building violates their rights. The plaintiffs, who have mobility and visual impairments, claim the lack of functional elevators prevents them from accessing essential legal services.
Why it matters
This case highlights the intersection of disability rights, access to justice, and government accountability in public service delivery.
TWO elderly women have approached the High Court seeking a landmark ruling compelling the government to relocate the Legal Aid Directorate offices to premises accessible to persons with disabilities, the elderly and other vulnerable citizens.
The article focuses on a social justice issue and the rights of vulnerable populations, which is a common framing in human rights reporting.
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