LGBT rights in Zimbabwe open in Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru, Mutare and Kwekwe to cater to the health needs of gay and bisexual men. The July elections were welcomed by LGBT activists, who called them a "historic win": "We witnessed a reduction in homophobic hate speech and reduction in the politicisation of LGBT individuals as campaign tools." Homosexuality is highly taboo in the socially conservative country and Mugabe's anti-gay stance resonates with many Zimbabweans. Gays and lesbians in Zimbabwe are threatened by violence and suicide attempts are common among the gay community. A few nightclubs in urban areas such as Harare and Bulawayo are tolerant
Eco-towns criteria which were developed by the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) through 'worksheets' as advice to promoters and planners. The following were published - transport, community development, waste management, green infrastructure and water cycle management, and could be accessed from the TCPA website. The standards eco-towns should meet include the following as set out in the 'draft Planning Policy Statement: eco-towns': There are further standards on water, biodiversity and other issues. There is a short video about the standards. The standards are subject to consultation and may therefore change. In Eco Towns, 32% of the total site will be