Zimbabwe: Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Jab to Be Rolled Out in Zim

Zimbabwe has been chosen as one of just ten countries worldwide to introduce lenacapavir, a new HIV prevention drug hailed as a global game-changer. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Harare Gynecologist Chirume Accused of Negligence, Extortion and Patient Abuse

A growing barrage of accusations has emerged against Harare-based gynaecologist Dr. Chirume, alleging negligence, extortion, and mistreatment of patients under his care. Multiple… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Govt to Double Health Workforce and Push Digital Care By 2030, Says Minister

Government has pledged to expand its health workforce and accelerate digital transformation in healthcare as part of its drive towards universal health coverage by 2030. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Gaps in Disease Alert Systems Could Undermine Zim's Immunisation Gains

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has praised Zimbabwe's robust immunisation programme but warned that weaknesses in disease surveillance reporting threaten to undermine progress… Read more »

Africa: Silent Killer - 73% of Africans With Diabetes Unaware of Condition, Doctor Warns

A local medical doctor has sounded alarm over the rising toll of diabetes in Africa warning that most people living with the disease are unaware of their condition until it is too… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Toxic Deaths Expose Harare Council Negligence

Zimbabwe's Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has accused Harare City Council of gross negligence after two workers died from toxic gas inhalation at a sewage treatment plant, warning… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Health Minister Warns Private Clinics Over HIV Data Gaps

Health and Child Care Minister, Dr Douglas Mombeshora has warned that private health facilities could be shut down if they fail to submit data on mother-to-child transmission… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Parirenyatwa Hospital Nears Completion of Major Refurbishment

Zimbabwe's largest referral hospital, Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals, is in the final stages of a massive facelift under the Presidential Hospital Refurbishment Programme, with… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Sewage and Chemicals Poison Harare's Water Lifeline, Residents Warn

The Combined Harare Residents Association (CHRA) has called for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to declare water pollution at Lake Chivero and Lake Manyame a state of disaster warning… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Lawmakers Push Crackdown On Dangerous Dogs and Rabies Risk

Shamva South MP Joseph Mapiki has urged the government to tighten dog ownership laws and bolster rabies prevention measures as dog bite incidents surge across Zimbabwe. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Health Ministry Moves to End Chronic Drug Stock-Outs

The Ministry of Health and Child Care has agreed on new strategies with its partners to strengthen the procurement, storage and distribution of essential medicines in a bid to end… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Microplastics Put Zimbabwe's Bottled Water Under Scrutiny

After nearly losing his life during the 2011 cholera outbreak, clean safe water activist, Irvine Kudzai Chizhande, vowed never to drink untreated water again. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Govt Moves to Plug Health Funding Gap After U.S. Withdrawal

The Government is accelerating plans to develop sustainable domestic health financing models after the United States government pulled its support earlier this year. Read more »

Zimbabwe: 'Not in My Village' Drive Gains Ground in Chipinge's Fight Against HIV and Child Marriages

The "Not in My Village" campaign led by the National AIDS Council (NAC) is winning hearts in Chipinge District as it tackles HIV stigma, teenage pregnancies and child marriages by… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Harare Warns Residents As Sewer Blockages Surge

The City of Harare has raised alarm over increasing sewer blockages across the capital, caused by illegal dumping of huge quantities of solid waste being dumped by residents. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe, South Africa in Talks Over Migrant Access to Health Services

Zimbabwe's Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has opened talks with South Africa's Public Protector over the growing problem of Zimbabweans being denied access to public hospitals and… Read more »

Zimbabwe: WHO Flags Mpox As Global Threat - Zimbabwe On High Alert Despite No Cases

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reiterated that Mpox -- formerly known as monkeypox -- remains a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), as the virus… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Japan Donates $1.3 Million to Help Zim Fight Hunger

Japan has donated US$1.3 million (¥200 million) to Zimbabwe through the World Food Programme (WFP) to support food-insecure communities during the country's lean season, a… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Prevail International On Track to Deliver State-of-the-Art Parirenyatwa Facilities

Prevail International Group is making major strides in transforming Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals, with work progressing well ahead of the scheduled handover date of September 1,… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Expert Warns of Hypertension Surge Among Zimbabwe's Youth

A local health expert has sounded the alarm over a sharp rise in hypertension and related illnesses among young Zimbabweans--conditions once largely confined to older generations. Read more »

Zimbabwe: Discovery Ambulance Expands Nationwide, Plans to Deploy 200 More Vehicles

Discovery Ambulance has announced major expansion plans aimed at strengthening emergency medical services across Zimbabwe. The company's Chief Executive Officer, David Munowenyu,… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Avenue Clinic Launches New Era of Patient-Centered Care After Major Renovation

The Avenues Clinic has taken a leap towards transforming private healthcare landscape by unveiling a newly renovated wing of its facility as part of a sweeping US$2 million… Read more »

Southern Africa: Report Exposes Hidden Crisis in Southern Africa's Public Health Sector

A new report released by WomenLift Health lays bare a critical but often overlooked barrier to resilient health systems in Southern Africa: a persistent leadership gap for women in… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Khupe Sounds Alarm On Escalating Cancer Crisis

Former deputy Prime Minister in the government of National Unity (GNU) Dr. Thokozani Khupe has demanded swift and transparent government action as on surging cancer related deaths… Read more »

Zimbabwe: Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak Confirmed in Beitbridge - Vaccination Underway

Authorities in Matabeleland South have confirmed an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Beitbridge, sparking fears over livestock health and potential trade disruptions. Read more »