CWGH Welcomes Appointment of Maternal & Perinatal Death Review Committee
By Michael Gwarisa The Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) has welcomed the appointment of the 2025–2028 Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) National Steering Committee by the Minister of Health and Child Care, Dr. Douglas Mombeshora. The newly appointed committee is expected to play a crucial role in reviewing maternal and perinatal
Read MoreBulawayo Tops Women’s Alcohol Consumption in Zimbabwe: Report
By Staff Reporter Women in Bulawayo are drinking more alcohol than women in any other province in Zimbabwe, according to the 2023–2024 Zimbabwe Demographic and Health Survey (ZDHS). The report, released this year, sheds light on gendered patterns of alcohol use across the country, revealing both behavioral trends and potential public health concerns. The data
Read MoreBEN, University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Valio Launch AI Mental Health Program to Support Underserved Students in South Africa
By Staff Reporter Mental health is an urgent concern for students across South Africa, especially in underserved communities with limited access to care. To help close this gap, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), Valio Technologies, and Brand Engagement Network Inc. (BEN) (NASDAQ: BNAI) are launching an inclusive, AI-powered mental health program that offers private, 24/7 support. The initiative starts
Read MoreZimbabwe NCDs Champions Network Hails NAC’s Kidney Care Support
By Kuda Pembere The Zimbabwe NCDs Champions Network (ZNCN) has commended the National AIDS Council (NAC) for prioritizing kidney health care for people living with HIV (PLHIV). The Network lauded the move, describing it as a potential game-changer in improving healthcare outcomes for individuals managing the complexities of comorbidities. Decentralizing this model to all provinces
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