DNA reveals the real killers that brought down Napoleon’s army
By Linda Gedde Napoleon’s march on Moscow remains one of history’s most catastrophic military retreats. As his army withdrew, tens of thousands perished. But what killed them? There was hunger and cold, but also a mysterious illness that was long thought to be typhus. Now, more than two centuries later, DNA from the soldiers’ teeth is
Read MoreZambia launches malaria vaccine to protect over half a million children
Lusaka – The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Ministry of Health, today officially launched the malaria vaccine (R21/Matrix-M) as part of its Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), marking a historic milestone in the country’s fight against malaria. Over 500 000 children aged 6‒8 months will be vaccinated in the months following the launch. Malaria remains one
Read MoreOld Mutual Refurbishes Doctors’ Call Rooms at Sally Mugabe Pediatric Hospital
By Kuda Pembere Zimbabwe’s leading financial services provider, Old Mutual, has handed over refurbished call rooms for medical doctors at Sally Mugabe Pediatric Hospital. The call rooms provide a resting area for resident doctors on call, helping to reduce burnout and fatigue while promoting mental well-being. “Too often, when we think about hospitals, our focus
Read MoreTwo Children Die, 14 Others Critically Ill After Suspected Food Poisoning in Mashava
By Michael Gwarisa Two children have died while 14 others, including seven adults and four children, are battling for their lives following a suspected case of food poisoning in Mashava, Masvingo Province. According to a statement released by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the victims reportedly fell ill after eating food and drinking mahewu during
Read MoreThe Slap That Sparked Malaria Awareness Among Makonde Artisanal Miners
By Kuda Pembere in Makonde By the banks of the Angwa River in Makonde District, James, an artisanal miner, vividly recalls the night his friend slapped him across the face. That slap, meant to kill a mosquito, set off a chain of events that ended up saving his life. In May 2025, James and his
Read MoreMCAZ Inches Closer to WHO Maturity Level 4 Recognition
By Kuda Pembere The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is on the cusp of attaining Maturity Level 4 under the World Health Organization’s Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT), with only a few final steps remaining. This was revealed by MCAZ Director General Mr. Richard Rukwata during the Authority’s 7th Annual General Meeting held in Harare
Read MoreGlobal Fund Appeals for Support Ahead of 8th Replenishment, Calls for African Ownership of HIV Programs
By Michael Gwarisa in Durban The Global Fund last night took to the platform at the ongoing 4th CPHIA Conference in Durban, South Africa, to call for support towards the 8th Replenishment, aimed at strengthening HIV programs amid shrinking donor support. The Global Fund’s 8th Replenishment is a campaign launched in 2025 to raise 18
Read MoreCancer: The Grim Reaper Killing Zimbabwean Female Journalists
By Michael Gwarisa At just 28, in 2017, Daily News journalist Sharon Muguwu succumbed to leukemia. I remember meeting Sharon back in 2016. Despite her frail frame and tired eyes, she still spoke softly but with courage. “Ndanga ndichirwara Mike,” she said when I asked about her health. Not long after that conversation, heartbreaking news
Read MoreZimstat, UNICEF Begin Seventh Round of MICS Survey
By Kuda Pembere The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT), in partnership with UNICEF, has begun data collection for the seventh round of the Zimbabwe Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS7). The MICS survey plays a vital role in gathering national data on a wide range of socio-economic indicators concerning children, women, and men. The last survey
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Study Finds Significant Rates of Infidelity Among Doctors and Nurses
By Staff Reporter A new study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health has revealed that infidelity is not uncommon among medical professionals, with 21 percent of participating doctors and nurses admitting to having engaged in an unfaithful relationship. The study, titled “Incidence and Related Factors of Infidelity among Medical Doctors
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