The Doctor’s Bill — Why ZiMA’s submission on medical aid reform deserves second opinion
ZiMA's paper is a lobbying document from an organisation whose members — independent doctors — stand to gain directly and materially from the regulation it advocates.
By Julias Duma
May. 9, 2026
A reform that could hurt more than heal
If Zimbabwe is serious about universal healthcare access, it cannot simultaneously remove one of the few mechanisms currently keeping treatment within reach for ordinary citizens.
By Newsday
May. 9, 2026
Medical aid shake-up triggers alarm
They warned that dismantling the current model without a viable affordable alternative can push thousands of Zimbabweans out of medical aid coverage.
By Kenneth Nyangani
May. 8, 2026
Misguided prescrption on medical aid societies
At a time when public health services remain under strain and private care is often beyond the reach of ordinary citizens, medical aid societies have stepped in to bridge a critical gap.
By Gloria Ndoro-mkombachoto
May. 2, 2026
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When medical aid becomes the gatekeeper: Why Zim must reform for fair access to healthcare
By limiting network participation, medical aid societies create artificial scarcity, excluding capable practitioners while concentrating patient flows among a select few.
By Johannes Marisa
Apr. 17, 2026
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Healthcare shake-up threatens 10 000 jobs
AT least 10 000 jobs are in jeopard if government moves ahead with the proposal to bar medical aid societies from owning clinics and hospitals, stakeholders in the sector have warned.
By Vanessa Gonye and Lesley Kufandada
Apr. 14, 2026
AHFoZ backs medical aid society regulation
Sanyanga said the facilities were playing an important role in the health sector by providing healthcare services and easing pressure on the country’s health delivery system.
By Vanessa Gonye
Mar. 11, 2026
Proposed changes in medical aid societies necessary
CHANGE is inherently difficult. Individuals and organisations often resist it due to fear of the unknown, loss of control, or disruption of established practices.
By Johannes Marisa
Mar. 6, 2026
Calls grow for medical aid regulations overhaul
Itai Rusike, the executive director for the Community Working Group on Health, said fewer than 7% of Zimbabweans currently have access to medical insurance,
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 2, 2026
