Idah Chiwa Authors A Book ‘Passing Storms’ Which Explains That There Is No Permanent Challenge In Life

By Desire Tshuma

“Passing Storms” is a raw, powerful and deeply-moving memoir that narrates the life of Idah Chiwa, a woman who weathered unimaginable storms from childhood to adulthood, and emerged not just a survivor but as a fierce voice of hope, healing and faith.

Through vivid storytelling, she invites readers into the darkest corners of her past abuse, neglect, rejection, humiliation and betrayal and reveals how she found life in the midst of despair.

“Passing Storms is my life in pages. It is actually from what derives in the atmosphere, storms do appear in the atmosphere unannounced and storms that appear in the atmosphere are better than what happens in our lives. What happens after is on each individual; some become bitter or better or destroyed or stronger, that is how storms affect people though they are passing,” narrates Idah.

In her book Idah explains that everyone goes through challenges in life and those challenges have no gender, age, status, nationality or race. They just come and strike. She writes that challenges come like a storm but they do pass and many challenges emanate from fractured or broken homes, they affect individuals differently.

The author says she got inspired to write the book “Passing Storms” to build holistic individuals, families and communities. In her book she tells her story as someone who is coming from a broken home, who faced physical and sexual abuse, rejection and abandonment. Now that the storm that she encountered is over, she advises people that the storm should not affect one’s purpose or vision because it would be passing.

“Some, prematurely exited this world after succumbing to the Passing Storms. There are also professional storms where one is at work but comes accross storms. They cut across every individual within the society.”

The book is speaking about all the storms that people encounter. It enhances resilience levels and helps people develop coping mechanisms by providing a safe space to heal, grow and to become.

“Passing Storms” is the first book by Idah which she launched on 25 July 2025 in Harare. From her life challenges Idah has mophed into an ambassador for mental health illnesses. She can now speak to people, promote peoples’ wellbeing, push them to greatness and help them position their destiny so that they accomplish their purpose.

Meanwhile Idah is currently doing some engagements with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to to bring the book in schools as a supplementary book and she is considering producing a film out of the book . She also intends to publish the book in different local languages as for now its in English language . The book is found in Number 57 Cork Rd Belgravia or you can get in touch with the author at her mobile phone +263778723695 they have also gone in terms of marketing the book beyond boundaries like in South Africa, UK and Australia.

Idah is a devoted christian , dedicated leader and a seasoned profession whose life is a testimony of resilience , grace and unwavering faith . She is born from a family of three as the only daughter. She rose from ashes of childhood adversity and professional storms to become a beacon of hope and empowerment for others .Holds a degree in Social Science from University of Zimbabwe and has completed several entrepreneurial and professional courses from reputable institutions