- Burundi mystery outbreak remains unsolved after More Than 200 pathogen tests
- Zimbabwe Moves to Tackle Climate-Health Crisis With New Adaptation Plan
- Nationwide nurses’ strike slated for Monday after Government’s US$30 increment
- Dr Nonhlanhla Zwangobani Appointed New ZACH Executive Director
- PEPFAR, Global Fund Expand Lenacapavir Access to Reach 3 Million in HIV Prevention Push
Ejaculating More Frequently Could Boost Sperm Health, Oxford Researchers Say
Michael Gwarisa New research from Oxford University suggests that ejaculation frequency may play a key role in maintaining sperm quality, with findings showing that prolonged sperm storage in the body can lead to deterioration over time. The study found that the longer sperm are stored before ejaculation, the lower their quality, a finding that could
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Top 5 Cities in the World for Eye Health in 2026
Michael Gwarisa Maintaining healthy vision isn’t just about genetics or limiting screen time—where you live can play a big role. A new global analysis shows that certain cities offer ideal conditions for protecting eyesight, thanks to clean air, green spaces, low UV exposure, and easy access to eye care. 1. Reykjavik, Iceland Reykjavik tops the
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Zimbabwe’s Family Planning Council Operating on a Shoestring Budget
Michael Gwarisa Despite a multimillion-dollar pledge made by the Government of Zimbabwe at the International Conference on Family Planning in Bogotá, Colombia, where Health and Child Care Minister Dr Douglas Mombeshora announced an additional US$2.25 million per year for contraceptive procurement in 2026 and 2027, the country’s Family Planning Council (ZNFPC) is struggling to make
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OPHID Joins MOHCC and Partners in Commemorating World TB Day 2026
Michael Gwarisa The Organization for Public Health Interventions and Development (OPHID) Executive Director, Dr. Tinashe T. Chinyanga, has joined the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC), development partners, stakeholders, and the global community in marking World TB Day 2026. Aligned with this year’s global theme, “Yes! We Can End TB: Led by Countries, Powered
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Monthly HIV Injectable Offers Hope for Patients Struggling with Adherence
Michael Gwarisa A monthly injectable HIV treatment combining long-acting cabotegravir and rilpivirine has been shown to outperform standard daily oral antiretroviral therapy (ART) among people who struggle to stick to treatment, according to findings from a major randomized clinical trial. The study, published in February 2026 in the New England Journal of Medicine, provides strong
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Chuck Norris Dies at 86
Michael Gwarisa Famous actor and karate star Chuck Norris has died. He was 86. His family announced the news on Instagram through a heartfelt condolence message. Here is their announcement: “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep
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Cimas Health Group and SmileStar Complete Successful Two-Week Dental Outreach in Matabeleland
Michael Gwarisa Cimas Health Group has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable and inclusive healthcare delivery following the successful conclusion of a two-week free dental outreach in Matabeleland North and South. The outreach, conducted in partnership with UK-based dental charity SmileStar and supported by local hospitality partners, provided essential oral healthcare services to underserved communities, reaching
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Senegal Signs US Bilateral Health Deal
Michael Gwarisa Senegal has joined the growing list of African countries to sign a Bilateral Health Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States, the US Department of State has announced. The agreement, valued at US$90 million, will cover a five-year period from 2026 to 2030. According to the US Embassy in Senegal, the deal
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No New Cholera Cases in Zimbabwe, but Africa CDC Urges Stronger Case Management
Michael Gwarisa Zimbabwe has not recorded any confirmed cholera cases in the past 15 days, a senior official from the Ministry of Health and Child Care has said, signalling progress in containing the latest outbreak. Recent cases were largely confined to Rushinga, a community along the Zimbabwe Mozambique border. The index case involved a male
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Each Year, Zimbabwe Loses a Town the Size of Kariba in Under-Five Deaths – UN
By Michael Gwarisa More than 32,000 children in Zimbabwe die before their fifth birthday every year. The figure, drawn from the latest UN child mortality estimates, places the country among those making the slowest progress in reducing under-five deaths in sub-Saharan Africa. That number is easier to grasp when placed in context. It is roughly
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