Gweru Doctor Arrested Over Alleged Mutoriro Use
By Staff Reporter A 49-year-old medical doctor based in Gweru appeared before the Gweru Magistrates’ Court for possession and alleged use of crystal meth, locally known as mutoriro. Dr. Farikayi Manjeya, a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist was charged alongside Tafara Chigoya (28), Kudakwashe Godknows Mutata (29), and Tariro Pambwa (35). Police, according to the
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Misappropriation Of Funds Bleed Education, Health Sectors
GOVERNMENTÂ has been castigated for diverting resources meant for critical services such as health and education other non-essential sectors at a time the country’s education and health sectors are in the doldrums. By Fadzai Ndangana In the 2021 budget, Treasury allocated ZWL$ 54.7 billion towards the health sector, translating to 13 percent of total budget,
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More Misery For Zim Health Workers, As Government Scraps Allowances
GOVERNMENT through the Health Service Board (HSB) has communicated its intentions to remove unclaimable night duty allowances for healthcare workers, a move that is likely to further dampen morale among healthcare workers. Staff Reporter Responding to the Apex Panel’s request, the HSB Executive Director, Ms Ruth Kaseke said the changes were effective April 1, 2021.
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Health Sector Gets ZWL54.7 Billion In 2021 Budget
TREASURY has allocated an amount to the tune of ZWL54.7 Billion which is about 13% of the 2021 national budget to the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC). By Michael Gwarisa Presenting the 2021 National budget, Finance and Economic Development Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube said despite the challenging economic environment, the government has over
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Gendered Corruption In Health Sector, Women Bear The Brunt
HEALTH sector corruption has over the years been swept under the carpet and in most cases, citizens tend to turn a blind eye to its existence. By Michael Gwarisa However, evidence gathered by the Transparency International Zimbabwe (TIZ) indicate that health sector corruption comes in different facets and is an everyday occurrence and affects women
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