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Zim launches Health Workforce Strategy

Michael Gwarisa

By Kuda Pembere Zimbabwe’s Health and Child Care Ministry on Thursday launched a Health Workforce Strategy (2023-2030) which seeks to transform the health workers’ capacity. Officiating the launch, Health and Child Care Minister Dr Douglas Mombeshora said the human resources for health are critical for the attainment of Universal Health Coverage as the country eyes

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Tafadzwa Bandama Appointed ZIMSTAT Substantive Director

Michael Gwarisa

By Staff Reporter  The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency is the statistics agency (Zimstat) has announced the appointment of Mrs Tafadzwa Bandama the substantive director in line with lawas of the country. Making the announcement, the Zimstat Board Chairmanm, Mr John Mafaririkwa said the appointment was effective immediately. The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency Board of Directors,

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Sierra Leone Nurses Empowered With Nurse Anaesthesia Diploma Programme

Michael Gwarisa

By Staff Reporter In a groundbreaking partnership to address the critical shortage of anesthesia providers in the country Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org), Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health, and the University of Sierra Leone have launched a Nurse Anesthesia Diploma Programme. This initiative aims to improve surgical care capacity by training specialized nurse anesthetists, ensuring lasting healthcare

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US$18 Million Sugar Tax Funds Ready To Procure Cancer Drugs For Zimbabwe

Michael Gwarisa

By Kudakwashe Pembere Finance Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube says to date US$18 million has been raised through the beverage sugar tax with the disbursement of the money yet to be finalized. The money is to be channelled towards cancer treatment services in Zimbabwe. In July, he told the Health and Child

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