Africa braces for health emergencies
AFRICA records more than 200 health emergencies annually, prompting intensified efforts to strengthen prevention, preparedness and rapid response systems across the continent
By Vanessa Gonye
Feb. 24, 2026
Parirenyatwa makes history with advanced spine surgery
The breakthrough highlights a major step forward for the country’s public health system, offering patients access to advanced spinal care that was previously only available abroad.
By Moses Mugugunyeki
Feb. 23, 2026
Professional medical bodies must step up on upskilling in Zimbabwe
Across public hospitals and private clinics alike, doctors, dentists, nurses and allied professionals are operating in a global medical environment that is evolving at high speed.
By Johannes Marisa
Feb. 20, 2026
Senate rejects ‘smuggled’ abortion clause
The Ministry of Health and Child Care distanced itself from the clause, saying it had been inserted without its knowledge.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Feb. 19, 2026
Health ministry targets 1,5m children in bilharzia immunisation drive
THE Health and Child Care ministry says it is targeting vaccinating nearly 1,5 million children in the ongoing national mass drug administration (MDA) campaign targeting schistosomiasis
By Tatenda Kunaka
Feb. 19, 2026
Government scrambles to fight waterborne diseases
Mombeshora added that part of the funds would support awareness campaigns in selected high-risk communities and provinces.
By Brent Shamu
Feb. 18, 2026
LGB hits the jackpot for local communities
The board has gone beyond its traditional role of regulating the gaming industry by funding community development initiatives across the country.
By Lesley Kufandada
Feb. 16, 2026
Public health at risk: Confronting cholera, typhoid and dysentery in Harare
Every reported case and mortality statistic represents a human life; a child, a parent, a worker whose suffering could have been prevented through basic public health safeguards.
By Clever Marisa
Feb. 15, 2026
Zim caregivers get help in the form of an app
“Rerai Umntwana is a strong example of how Government leadership, strategic partnerships and digital innovation can come together to deliver results for children.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 13, 2026
