Category: BREAKING NEWS

NDS1 blueprint falls on the collaboration between private sector and Gvt 

Michael Gwarisa

 By Staff Reporter Cimas Health Group Chief Executive Officer Vulindlela Lester Ndlovu has said the success of the government’s National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) blueprint falls squarely on the private sector working together with the government.  Mr Ndlovu made the remarks on Wednesday addressing guests at the International Business Conference 2024 which is part of the weeklong Zimbabwe International Trade   in Bulawayo.  For the second year running, Cimas Health Group is the platinum sponsor for the ZITF International Business Conference. Our wish list for our industry, consistent with this year’s…

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Government of Zimbabwe, UNFPA and partners call for greater investment to accelerate progress on the population and development agenda

Michael Gwarisa

By Health Reporter At a High Level Meeting to track progress on implementation of the International Conference on Population and Development Programme of Action (ICPD PoA), and in light of findings from a global report, the Government of Zimbabwe, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and partners today called for greater investment to accelerate progress on the population and development agenda. The year 2024 is a milestone year for the global community as it marks the 30th anniversary of the ICPD. The ICPD conference, held in Cairo in September 1994,…

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NCDs In African Children Put On The Spotlight As Inaugural ICPPA Conference Kicks Off In Tanzania

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania The First International Conference on the PEN-Plus Regional Strategy to Address Severe Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Africa (ICPPA), has commenced in Tanzania, amidst calls for increased investment towards prevention, research and care for childhood NCDs. The four-day confrence is running from April 23 to  April 25 2024, under the theme, “Prioritising Person-Centered Approach to Chronic and Severe NCDs-Type 1 Diabetes, Sickle Cell Diseases, and Childhood Heart Diseases.” The conference is being hosted by the  Tanzania Ministry of Health in Tanzania and the…

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Updated List Of Zim Facilities Offering Rehabilitation Support To Those Suffering From Drug Or Substance Addiction

Michael Gwarisa

REHABILITATION CENTERS 1. Gateway Mental Health Rehabilitation no 16 Mclaren Milton park, Harare contact details for inquiries and booking 0788080001 or 0787070002 2.Highlands Halfway Home +2638644210999 3. Ruwa Rehabilitation Centre +263273790238 4. Serenity Mind Centre +263716825245 5.Mandipa Hope Rehabilitation: 0776991153/55, 07144775601/2/3 6. Tirivanhu Rehabilitation +263773593014 7.Mubatirapamwe Trust +263772379751 8. Beatrice Rehabilitation Centre, Harare 9. Tariro Rehabilitation Centre, Harare 10.For Youths By Youths, Harare & Mash West +263775462468 +263773238941 The following public psychiatric institutions also offer help in fight drug addiction: 1. Sally Mugabe Psychiatric Unit (Harare) 2. Parirenyatwa Annex Psychiatric…

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ZAOGA Kambuzuma preacher donates sanitary wear to underprivileged children

Kuda Pembere

By Kuda Pembere A ZAOGA FIF preacher Pastor Jestina Gandawa from Kambuzuma, Harare, on Saturday celebrated her 63rd birthday with the less privileged children from her area and some from Epworth donating sanitary wear, groceries, clothes, and bibles. The ZAOGA children’s ministry director for over 25 years said the donations were inspired by her upbringing and background which saw her becoming a ‘deputy parent’ in charge of her young siblings. I am 63 and bringing all these kids to celebrate my birthday is a burden within me from my background,…

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Ministry of Health Speaks On Injectable PrEP Roll-Out in Zimbabwe

Kuda Pembere

By Kuda Pembere Having received 2000 doses of Cabotegravir (CAB-LA), a long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Health and Child Care says they will roll it out next year. Speaking at a Health Communicators Forum (HCF) media science café, a MoHCC officer in the AIDS and TB department Dr Idah Moyo said the product is currently being assessed at demonstration sites in the country. So of note is that the Cabotegravir long-acting injection pre-exposure prophylaxis is being delivered under the demonstration site and is coming in according to…

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OCP and Fortescue to partner to develop green energy, hydrogen and ammonia in Morocco

Michael Gwarisa

By Staff Reporter The OCP Group, a global leader in plant nutrition and phosphate-based fertilizers, and Fortescue Energy, part of global green energy, metals and technology company Fortescue Ltd (Fortescue), announced a landmark Joint Venture (JV) in Morocco. This equal partnership aims to supply green hydrogen, ammonia, and fertilizers to Morocco, Europe, and international markets. It includes the potential development of manufacturing facilities and an R&D hub to advance the rapidly growing renewable energy industry in Morocco. Fortescue and OCP Group, leaders in iron ore and phosphate respectively, are united…

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#BREAKING: Zimbabwe Receives 2000 Doses Of Injectable PrEP

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa Zimbabwe has become the third African country to receive doses of injectable cabotegravir (CAB-LA) as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention after Malawi and Zambia in a move that is set to expand HIV prevention methods for Zimbabweans. The injectable cabotegravir for HIV PrEP will be administered by healthcare providers. Initially, a person receives an intramuscular (IM) injection of cabotegravir one time each month for the first two months. After that,a person will receive an IM injection of cabotegravir one time every two months. Speaking in an…

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Amref Puts A Spotlight On Widening Climate Change Induced Health Inequalities in Africa

Michael Gwarisa

“As dire as the situation is, financing for climate adaptation is only a drop in the ocean of what is needed. This scenario has been, and continues to be the reason why Africa is one of the most vulnerable continent.” By Michael Gwarisa As the world commemorates World Health Day, governments around the world are seized with addressing climate change challenges, with the World Health Organisation (WHO) data estimating that between 2030 and 2050, climate change will likely cause approximately 250 000 additional deaths per year, from undernutrition, malaria, diarrhoea…

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Touching The Light Again After Losing Eyesight In Adulthood: Dorothy Duncan Braille Library’s Legacy To Zimbabwe

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa Imagine growing up functioning like any normal child, only to lose your eyesight in your adulthood. Such is the story of 33-year-old Tendai David Muranganwa, who in 2015 lost his eyesight following a severe Meningitis diagnosis. In early November of the same year, before the Meningitis diagnosis, Tendai was involved in a minor car accident which subsequently led to a series of headaches. On November 20, 2015, Tendai was hospitalised and diagnosed with a severe case of Meningitis. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Meningitis is…

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