Delayed Maternal Care in Rural Zimbabwe Leading to Preventable Deaths
By Michael Gwarisa Most women in Zimbabwe who die during childbirth do so due to delays in receiving appropriate and adequate care at health facilities. Also known in medical terms as the “Third Delay,” this delay in accessing care is the leading cause of maternal mortality in rural areas. Speaking at a recent meeting in
Read MoreKidzCan Launches Orange Month to Fight Childhood Cancer
KidzCan Zimbabwe has launched Orange Month, a nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness and support for children battling cancer. Held every February, Orange Month seeks to highlight the challenges faced by children with cancer and mobilize communities to take action in providing medical and emotional support. KidzCan emphasized the importance of early detection and access
Read MoreThe National Security Risk of Relying on Foreign Funding for HIV Programs
By Michael Gwarisa The global landscape of humanitarian aid has been increasingly uncertain, particularly in the wake of political changes in key donor countries. A recent example is the shift in U.S. foreign aid policy under President Donald Trump, who signed multiple executive orders that limited funding to international health programs, including HIV/AIDS. These moves
Read MoreAll Set For 2025 Health Tech Connect Conference
By Staff Reporter The 2025 Health Tech Connect Conference, scheduled for February 27-28, is set to attract stakeholders from across the medical and technology industries. Hosted by the Entrepreneurs Network of Zimbabwe (ENZ), the event comes at a time when Zimbabwe is accelerating its adoption of digital health services, including e-learning, telemedicine, and the electronic
Read MoreZimbabwe Launches Health Insurance Proficiency Program to Elevate Industry Standards
By Michael Gwarisa In an effort to enhance efficiency and professionalism within the health insurance and medical aid sectors, the Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe (AHFoZ) has launched a Certificate of Proficiency in Health Insurance in collaboration with the Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe (IIZ). Speaking at the launch event, AHFoZ Board Chairman Stanford Sisya
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