continues to make efforts to disseminate information and raise awareness on family laws and GBV. It is estimated that at least 8 million people were reached using GBV forums such as radio programs and exhibitions Challenges 5.15 There are inadequate resources to support GBV Programmes. Moreover, sentencing of perpetrators has not been both consistent and deterrent. Responses 5.16 Government continues to work with development partners in order to mobilise resources for the implementation of GBV programmes. In addition, Government is formulating sentencing guidelines for rape matters. 6 Article 9: Political Participation and Decision Making Constitutional and Legislative Measures 6.1 Zimbabwe recognises that women’s participation in politics and decision making in all developmental processes is a fundamental prerequisite for the attainment of gender equality and women empowerment. The Constitution stipulates that women should constitute at least half the membership of all Commissions and other elective and appointed governmental bodies established by or under it or any Act of Parliament. The Constitution further confers women the right to equal opportunities in political, economic, cultural and social spheres103. 6.2 Moreover, the Constitution provide for the representation and participation of women in politics through a reserved quota for women in the National Assembly and proportional representation 103 Sections 17 and 80 of the Constitution Page | 83