- Africa Launchs First Bilingual Open-Access Journal to Strengthen Health Policy and Financing
- Will Zambia Succumb to US Pressure Over Health Aid and Minerals?
- Ghana rejects proposed US health aid deal, citing data concerns, source says
- Zimbabwe’s Medical Aid Coverage Could Shrink Further Under Proposed Reforms
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Press Release: Mysterious Grave in Epworth Revealed as National Intervention for Public Health Crisis
HARARE, ZIMBABWE – [24 April, 2026] A striking public installation of graves that appeared overnight in Epworth sparking widespread curiosity, public speculation, and viral social media debate has been revealed as a deliberate national intervention to spotlight Zimbabwe’s escalating public health crisis of unsafe abortion. The installation marks the launch of “In the Shadows of Epworth,” a
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Dr Nonhlanhla Zwangobani Appointed New ZACH Executive Director
Ntokozo Gudu The Zimbabwe Association of Church-Related Hospitals (ZACH) has appointed Dr Nonhlanhla Zwangobani as its new Executive Director. Her appointment follows the retirement of Mrs Vuyelwa Chitimbire, who has served the organisation for 25 years. The announcement was made through ZACH’s official Facebook page. “Her leadership transformed ZACH from a small local organisation into
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Mystery Haemorrhagic Illness Kills Five in Burundi
Michael Gwarisa The World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting Burundi’s efforts to determine the cause of an illness that has led to five deaths and infected 35 people in Mpanda district, north of the East African country. While preliminary assumptions linked the ailment to Ebola or Marburg virus diseases, Rift Valley fever, yellow fever and
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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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Health and Wellness Campaign Takes Center Stage at Tebekwe Mine
By Staff Reporter Tebekwe Mine has launched a free health screening program for all its employees. The on-site initiative offers blood pressure monitoring, TB screening, and other essential tests. “Our workers are our most valuable asset,” said Mine Manager Amb. Professor Smelly Dube. “By bringing these services directly to them, we are not only ensuring
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Guchu Manufacturer Under Fire for Using MCAZ Logo
Michael Gwarisa A daring local manufacturer of a herbal aphrodisiac, known as Hubaba, has come under fire for using the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) logo without the organisation’s consent. MCAZ is responsible for registering pharmaceutical products and consumables in Zimbabwe. However, a growing trend has emerged where herbal merchants and manufacturers falsely claim
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Zimbabwe Approves Contingency Fund to Strengthen Seasonal Disease Response
Kuda Pembere Zimbabwe’s Cabinet has approved a Contingency Fund for the Ministry of Health and Child Care to bolster its readiness and response to seasonal disease outbreaks. Speaking to journalists during a Post-Cabinet Media Briefing, Information Minister Dr Soda Zhemu explained that the fund aims to improve the Ministry’s capacity to respond swiftly to emerging
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Health Ministry Disowns Viral 2026 RGN Orientation Message, Urges Public Caution
By Staff Reporter The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has dismissed as fake and misleading a notice circulating on social media and WhatsApp platforms claiming to announce 2026 Registered General Nurse (RGN) orientation dates. In a statement issued via its official Facebook page, the Ministry warned the public that the message, which directs
Read MoreZRP Intercepts Truck Smuggling Pharmaceutical Products Into Zimbabwe
By Staff Reporter The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) say they intecepted a tanker truck yesterday at the 336 kilometre peg along Harare-Chirundu Road and arrested the driver, Elisha Nemaungwe (48) in connection with smuggling pharmaceutical products. The arrest led to the recovery of a contraband of tablets and injections, which include, 158 X50 X 10
Read MorePresident Mnangagwa appoints Dr Pasi Health Service Commission Secretary
By Staff Reporter Sally Mugabe Central Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr Christopher Pasi leaves helm of the health institution taking up a new role at the Health Service Commision following an appointment by the President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He was appointed Secretary to the HSC. “His Excellency the President has in terms of section 10(1)(a) of
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