The Zimbabwe Humanitarian Response Plan (2020) has guided response plans and appeals for assistance.

The Constitution for Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 20) Act, 2013 provides for disability and clearly recognises the rights of people with disabilities.

Social protection systems will vary from country to country taking into account a number.

The World Report on Hearing recommends cost effective public health measures to address hearing loss guided by the acronym “H.E.A.R.I.N.G”.

Disasters are caused by natural or man-made induced hazards and their frequency and impact is likely to increase in the coming years due to increased vulnerability

Employees avoid reporting on such disparities because they fear losing their jobs or intimidation. 

Physical modifications in the built environment are necessary and this may include ramps, wider entrances, grab rails to enable support and easy access.  

It has been noted that poor participation in society, discrimination and stigma contribute towards poor quality of life for people with disabilities.

Women with disabilities are more vulnerable and experience double barriers in accessing land and at times influenced by inheritance laws.

Eye health affects the workers’ vision and influences performance in the labour market

Digital eye strain is another vision related condition that employees experience in the workplace.

Access to assistive technology in less resourced settings is a major issue in light of poverty and other barriers hindering access

The eye is sensitive and susceptible to developing diseases because of environmental factors such as dry conditions and air pollution.