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World unprepared? New outbreak sparks pandemic alarm

As of May 8, eight cases had been reported, six of which were confirmed as hantavirus infections. Three deaths were recorded, resulting in a case fatality ratio of 38%.

By Catherine Murombedzi 1h ago

World unprepared? New outbreak sparks pandemic alarm

“Deputy Minister told striking nurses that only God could pay them adequately”

“We were laughing the other day, discussing the industrial action by public health institution nurses,” Kwidini said in remarks broadcast by ZiFM Stereo News.

By Valentine Maya 8h ago

“Deputy Minister told striking nurses that only God could pay them adequately”

Reforms could push healthcare services beyond breaking point

Zimbabwe is standing at the edge of a potentially devastating healthcare policy mistake.

By Joseph Moyo 10h ago

Reforms could push healthcare services beyond breaking point

Proposed health reforms signal welcome direction for Zimbabwe

The proposed cap on private hospital approval letter fees is also significant, as it targets unnecessary administrative costs that ultimately filter down to patients.

By Johannes Marisa 11h ago

Proposed health reforms signal welcome direction for Zimbabwe

Gweru Provincial Hospital launches Orthopedic trauma camp

The programme also aims at improving access to specialist treatment for trauma patients in the Midlands province.

By Staff Reporter May. 14, 2026

Gweru Provincial Hospital launches Orthopedic trauma camp

New reforms spark healthcare collapse fears

First Mutual Health also warned that restricting investment into healthcare providers will lead to reduced healthcare access for ordinary citizens.

By Nqobani Ndlovu May. 14, 2026

New reforms spark healthcare collapse fears

Govt slashes health fees by up to 50%

The measures were announced in a Treasury statement on approved regulatory reforms covering the manufacturing, health, financial

By Boitumelo Makhurane May. 13, 2026

World Health Organization moves to debunk hantavirus myths

The World Health Organization (WHO) has moved to counter growing misinformation about hantavirus amid rising public concern and speculation on social media.

By Musavengana Chirau May. 13, 2026