WHO Deploys Experts To Investigate Fatal Mysterious Flu In DRC
By Michael Gwarisa The World Health Organization (WHO) is deploying experts to support health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo carry out further investigations to determine the cause of a yet undiagnosed disease that has been reported in Panzi, a locality in Kwango province in the southwest of the country. Laboratory tests are
Read MoreUNFPA Partners with Social Workers and Universities to Strengthen GBV Response
By Michael Gwarisa The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has announced a strategic partnership with the Council of Social Workers, academic institutions, and government entities to enhance case management services for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) under the Women at the Centre programme. The announcement was made on December 6, 2024, as part of the
Read MoreNBSZ Targets to Collect 7,460 Units of Blood During Festive Season
By Michael Gwarisa The National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ), has set a target to collect 7,460 units of blood during December 2024 as part of its annual festive season campaign. Addressing stakeholders at the launch of the campaign in Harare on Friday, NBSZ Chief Executive Officer, Ms Lucy Mary Marowa emphasized the increased demand for
Read MoreYouth Urged to Lead the Fight Against Drug and Substance Abuse
By Kuda Pembere Zimbabwean youth should take a leading role in combating drug and substance abuse, a Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training official said on Friday. Speaking at the launch of the 14th SAYWHAT Students’ Conference and the “3D – Don’t Drug Your Dreams Away Campaign,” Deputy Director Mr. Osward Mudhunguyo emphasized
Read MoreHRF donates ICT equipment to Public Health Emergency Operation Centre
By Kuda Pembere The Health Resilience Fund (HRF), through one of its implementing partners, the World Health Organization (WHO), has given to the Public Health Emergency Operation Centre some ICT equipment worth US$90 000 for better real-time data collection in the preparedness and response of public health emergencies. Officiating the handover ceremony, Health and Child
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