By Staff Reporter
Cancer remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in Zimbabwe, with cervical and breast cancers leading the burden among women. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cervical cancer is the second most common cancer affecting Zimbabwean women, with an estimated 1,000 new cases diagnosed annually. Breast cancer continues to be a major contributor to cancer-related deaths — highlighting the urgent need for early detection and access to care.
In response to this growing concern, CABS, in partnership with TM Pick n Pay and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe (CAZ), has launched a cervical and breast cancer awareness and screening campaign this May. The initiative aims to offer free screenings at selected health institutions, bringing vital health services directly into communities where access is often limited by cost or information.
At CABS, we have always believed that our role goes far beyond banking — it’s about uplifting lives and investing in the wellbeing of our communities. Cancer touches so many families in silence, and too often, it’s because help came too late. That’s why we are deeply committed to supporting early detection initiatives — because a simple screening can mean the difference between life and loss. This campaign builds on our previous efforts, like Swipe for Pink, Swipe for Hope, and Blue November which helped raise funds for essential cancer medication through branded merchandise sales and donations linked to POS transactions in TM Pick n Pay stores. Now, we are taking our commitment a step further — bringing free, life-saving services directly to the communities we serve. It’s not just about health — it’s about hope, dignity, and standing with Zimbabwean women in their fight against cancer,” said Mehluli Mpofu, Managing Director of CABS.
The free screening clinics will be held as follows:
- May 5 – Blue Waters Hospital, Kuwadzana
- May 6 – UZIMA Medical Centre, Budiriro
- May 7 – 24hr Family Clinic, Tafara
- May 8 – Southlea Medical Clinic, Southlea Park
- May 9 – Citimed Chitungwiza Hospital, Chitungwiza
- May 16 – Williams Labs, Bindura
- May 23 – Mutoko (Location to be confirmed)
This campaign highlights CABS’ commitment to community health and cancer support, while marking a strategic shift from treatment assistance to proactive early detection, reflecting a more holistic and forward looking approach to healthcare outreach.
For many families, these programs offer a lifeline. “I lost my sister to cervical cancer because she didn’t get screened in time,” shared Tinashe Moyo, a local resident. “Programs like this give hope to families who might not otherwise have access to these vital services.”
