Mola mysterious deaths: Govt must smell the grief
A government that reacts only when tragedy becomes impossible to ignore has already abdicated its responsibility. Leadership demands foresight, not belated response.
By Shame Makoshori
Apr. 2, 2026
10 dead as malaria surge hits Mash West
Hurungwe District remains the epicentre of the outbreak, accounting for nearly half of the most recent infections. Cases have also been confirmed in Zvimba, Makonde, Sanyati, and Kariba.
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 22, 2026
Malaria cases top 2 000 in Mash West
According to the latest Mashonaland West Malaria Outbreak Situation Report as of March 2, 2026, cumulative cases have reached 2 018
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 3, 2026
Malaria medicine shortages expose health funding crisis
The province is facing a critical shortage of frontline malaria medication and therapeutic nutritional feeds at a time when cases are surging.
By Newsday
Feb. 14, 2026
Critical drug shortages as malaria cases continue to surge
Health facilities have been directed to temporarily use 24-tablet adult blister packs for eligible patients, strictly following prescribed dosing guidelines.
By Nunurai Jena
Feb. 13, 2026
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Malaria deaths rise, cases top 1 000 in Mash West
The surge in malaria cases and deaths in Mashonaland West underscores the urgent need for uninterrupted prevention efforts, particularly during the rainy season when mosquito breeding peaks.
By Nunurai Jena
Feb. 4, 2026
Malaria death toll rises as cases in Mash West pass 1k mark
The province has seven districts, four of which Kariba, Hurungwe, Makonde, and Sanyati are under control, while Mhondoro Ngezi, Chegutu, and Zvimba remain in the elimination phase.
By Nunurai Jena
Feb. 3, 2026
Mashonaland West records surge in Malaria cases
Mashonaland West province is currently classified into two malaria transmission categories.
By Nunurai Jena
Jan. 18, 2026
Prevention measures can combat malaria during the rainy season
In Zimbabwe and many other sub-Saharan regions, the increase in rainfall creates ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, which are the primary vectors of malaria.
By Cimas
Oct. 24, 2025
