Cimas Announces Expansion Plans in Matabeleland
DT Correspondent Cimas Health Group, a renowned leader in healthcare provision, is looking forward to expanding healthcare and wellness services in the Matabeleland region. With a commitment to provide global standard health and wellness solutions, Cimas Health Group Chief Executive Officer, Vulindlela Lester Nldovu said their aims is to enhance accessibility and quality of care […]
CRS Assists 15,000 People in Buhera Cholera Outbreak
DT Correspondent Buhera – In response to the escalating cholera outbreak in the district, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has provided assistance to bail out 15,000 individuals by drilling over 50 boreholes and constructing toilets in Buhera District. The surge in cholera cases in Buhera has primarily been attributed to inadequate sanitation and unsafe water sources. […]
Parly Caucus for PWDs Launched
DT Correspondent In a significant step toward amplifying the voices of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), the official launch of the special Parliamentary Caucus dedicated to disability affairs took place last week. The speaker of Parliament, Advocate Jacob Mudenda, presided over the launch, marking a crucial milestone in addressing the concerns and issues faced by PWDs. […]
Zimplats Donates Maternity Ward to Gweshe Clinic
DT Correspondent Mhondoro Ngezi, Zimbabwe – Zimplats, the country’s largest platinum group metal (PGM) producer, has officially handed over a state-of-the-art maternity ward valued at over US$230,000 to Gweshe Clinic in Mhondoro Ngezi. The initiative aims to improve the healthcare experience for expecting mothers in the area. The newly donated facilities include a modern maternity […]
Collaboration and Synergies Crucial for Achieving SDGs
DT Correspondent Harare: Strengthening collaborations and synergies between ministries and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) is essential for the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a top government official has said. Youth Empowerment, Development, and Vocational Training Deputy Minister Kudakwashe Mupamhanga made these remarks while officiating the Joint International Voluntary Day Commemorations 2023 and Youth Engagement […]
UZ Secures US$45 Million Grant to Develop and Test Novel HIV Vaccines
DT Correspondent The University of Zimbabwe and regional partners have been issued a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) award of over US $45 million to implement the HIV Vaccine Innovation, Science, and Technology Acceleration in Africa (HIV-VISTA) program. This is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing and testing novel HIV vaccines. The program will […]
Empowering Sex Workers as Community Health Advocates in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS
DT Correspondent Springs of Life Zimbabwe (SOLZ), a private voluntary organisation, has taken a bold step by training and appointing sex workers as Community Health Advocates (CHAs) to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS. This move aims to align with the government’s vision of inclusivity and leaving no-one behind in the fight against the disease. Ms […]
Health Ministry’s Allocation Falls Short of Abuja Declaration, Raising Concerns for Healthcare
By ITAI RUSIKE Government spending on Health and Child Care as a percentage of total public expenditure is projected to decline from 11.2 percent in 2023 to the projected 10.8 percent in 2024. Health spending as a share of total government expenditure, is an indicator of the priority given to health. The Abuja Target remains […]
Dapivirine Vaginal Ring Gains Regulatory Approval in 11 Countries to Combat HIV Infection
DT Correspondent The Population Council and IPM South Africa, an affiliate of the Population Council, have announced today that the dapivirine vaginal ring (DVR), an innovative product aimed at reducing the risk of HIV infection in women, has received regulatory approval through import permits in 11 countries across East and Southern Africa. This significant development […]
Zim’s Healthcare Exodus Surges 169 percent Amid Cholera Crisis
Recent immigration data from the UK reveals an alarming 169 percent surge in the number of Zimbabweans migrating for employment in the healthcare sector, exacerbating the already dire situation in the country.