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Nutrition Sector Seeks Slice of Fast Food and Sugar Taxes in Upcoming Fiscal Plan

Michael Gwarisa

By Kuda Pembere With the 2026 National Budget public consultations beckoning, legislators have pledged that the nutrition sector will receive a dedicated portion of revenue generated from the sugar and fast-food taxes. In an interview with HealthTimes after a Nutrition Training Workshop for Members of Parliament and Senate organized by the Zimbabwe Civil Society Organizations

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Cimas Health Group Set to Host Third Edition of Pedal to W3llness Cycling Event

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By Staff Reporter  Cimas Health Group has announced September 27, 2025, as the date for the third edition of its flagship cycling event, Pedal to W3llness, an initiative aimed at promoting cardiovascular fitness and healthy living among Zimbabweans. The event, organised through the health group’s wellness division iGo, will take place at Borrowdale Office Park in Harare,

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Experts Outline Overlooked Daily Habits That Support Hormonal Health in Aging Men

Michael Gwarisa

Experts at Ben’s Natural Health say there are natural ways to help your body fight back – small daily habits that don’t cost much but can add up to real results over time. A 2-Minute Cold Shower First Thing – Not at Night Cold showers aren’t just a wake-up shock – when done at the right time, they may help

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CEREVITA Boosts Nutrition and Local Pride as Nestlé Expands Production in Zimbabwe

Michael Gwarisa

By HealthTimes Reporter Nestlé Zimbabwe has ramped up production of its flagship wholegrain breakfast cereal, CEREVITA, as part of a US$7 million investment into local manufacturing. The move promises to enhance national nutrition, improve food security, and reinforce Zimbabwe’s growing reputation as a regional cereal hub. Driven by Nestlé’s global purpose to unlock the power

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Local NGO Plans to Revive Breastfeeding Room for Female Parliamentarians at New Parliament Building

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa Following the relocation of Zimbabwe’s Parliament to the new Mt Hampden parliament building, the Zimbabwe Civil Society Organisations Scaling Up Nutrition Alliance (ZCSOSUNA) is working to re-establish a breastfeeding room for female parliamentarians and staff. This initiative aims to promote and support breastfeeding in line with global health recommendations and recent national

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Strengthening Nutrition Information Systems Vital for NDS-2 Success

Michael Gwarisa

By Blessing V. Bonga There is a critical need to revamp the Food and Nutrition Council (FNC)’s information system in order to continue extracting ground truth in information to inform National Development Strategy 2 (NDS-2) on the basis of evidence and household dynamics in a bid to arrest all forms of malnutrition, a senior Council

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Zimbabwe Launches High-Level Nutrition Advocacy Initiative to Boost Public Awareness and Policy Engagement

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa In a move set to enhance public awareness and promote domestic financing for nutrition interventions in Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Civil Society Organisation for Scaling Up Nutrition (ZCSOSUNA) has launched a High-Level Nutrition Advocacy and Parliamentary Engagement Project. Funded by UNICEF in collaboration with key government ministries and departments, the 12-month project aims

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Zimbabwe Launches High-Level Nutrition Advocacy Initiative to Boost Public Awareness and Policy Engagement

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By Michael Gwarisa In a move set to enhance public awareness and promote domestic financing for nutrition interventions in Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Civil Society Organisation for Scaling Up Nutrition (ZCSOSUNA) has launched a High-Level Nutrition Advocacy and Parliamentary Engagement Project. Funded by UNICEF in collaboration with key government ministries and departments, the 12-month project aims to strengthen nutrition

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Seasonal Wild Vegetables Could End Hidden Hunger in Zimbabwe – Expert

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa A University of Zimbabwe food scientist has warned that many exotic vegetables, such as lettuce and rape, contain significantly fewer micronutrients essential for growth and combating hidden hunger. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), hidden hunger refers to malnutrition characterized by micronutrient deficiencies where individuals consume enough calories but lack essential

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You Love Smoothies Right? Here Are 7 Fruit combinations that you should always avoid

Michael Gwarisa

Did you know that you should not eat some fruits with certain foods? Combining some fruits can create compatibility issues, impact digestion and overall health. Therefore, it is important to understand that some fruits should not be consumed with other foods. True, having a lot of fruits and vegetables together is very healthy. Fruits and

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