Zimbabwe Recalls Batch of Azithromycin Over Quality Concerns
Michael Gwarisa The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has issued a Class II recall of a specific batch of Azithromycin 500mg USP tablets after a quality defect was detected, raising concerns over the drug’s effectiveness in treating bacterial infections. The affected product, Batch Number 24050191, was manufactured by Indoco Remedies Limited of India. According
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Pharma players welcome fee cuts as Cabinet moves to streamline regulation
By Kuda Pembere Players in Zimbabwe’s pharmaceutical sector have welcomed Cabinet’s decision to remove and rationalise a range of regulatory fees, describing the move as long overdue and critical for easing the cost of doing business. Addressing a post-Cabinet media briefing on Tuesday, Information Minister Dr Soda Zhemu said the decision followed proposals presented by
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11 Nurses Arrested in Marondera Over Protest Attempt
By Kuda Pembere Eleven nurses at Marondera Provincial Hospital were arrested and fined US$30 each after allegedly attempting to stage a protest over poor working conditions and low salaries. The arrests come amid a wave of demonstrations by nurses across the country, which began at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital and spread to Parirenyatwa Group of
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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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First Batch of Sugar Tax-Funded Cancer Machines Arrives in Zimbabwe
Kuda Pembere The first batch of cancer treatment equipment acquired under the Sugar Tax programme is now in Zimbabwe, with two machines earmarked for Parirenyatwa and Mpilo hospitals, a top Government official said on Friday. These are low energycancer machines which are currently housed at the National Pharmaceutical Company of Zimbabwe (NatPharm) warehouse, pending completion
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How Instant Noodles and Zapnax Snacks Are Fueling a Silent Health Crisis Among Zimbabwean Children
By Michael Gwarisa While they may be convenient and easy to prepare for your little ones, flavoured snacks, foods and beverages contain high sugar, salt and or unhealthy fats that can increase the risk of becoming overweight or obese, and of related chronic diseases later in life. Data from the 2024 Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee
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Zimbabwe Doctors Back Amendments Broadening Abortion Access
Michael Gwarisa The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights (ZADHR) has publicly endorsed Clause 11 of the Medical Services Amendment Bill, a provision that seeks to broaden access to safe termination of pregnancy services in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe currently permits abortion under limited circumstances, including when a pregnancy poses a serious risk to a woman’s
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Rushinga Identified as Source of Zimbabwe’s Latest Cholera Cases
By Michael Gwarisa Health authorities have confirmed that Zimbabwe’s latest cholera cases remain confined to Rushinga, a town bordering Mozambique in Mashonaland Central province. The confirmation comes amid heightened public attention, given Zimbabwe’s history of cholera outbreaks, particularly in high-density suburbs in Harare and smaller towns such as Chegutu, which have previously been affected. Last
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FACT Zimbabwe and Tearfund Launch Early Health Response Amid La Niña Floods in Masvingo
Michael Gwarisa In a bid to avert public health challenges in the wake of La Niña–related flooding in Zimbabwe, FACT Zimbabwe and Tearfund Zimbabwe have launched a 45-day Anticipatory Action Intervention under the Start Network’s Start Fund mechanism. The program aims to protect high-risk communities in Bikita, Chiredzi, and Zaka districts in Masvingo Province. Speaking
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Zim Medicinal Cannabis Licences Due for Renewal
By Michael Gwarisa Medicinal cannabis producers in Zimbabwe have been warned to urgently renew their operating licences as permits issued in 2021 reach the end of their five year validity period. The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe has confirmed that all affected licences will expire this year and has stressed that late applications will not
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