‘45m children at high risk of climate change-induced diseases’

Unicef regional director for eastern and southern Africa, Eva Kadilli, said the climate change crisis is a real threat to children through disease outbreaks and malnutrition.
By Gracious Daniel Mar. 27, 2024

Zambia delays start of cchool year as cholera deaths rise

Cholera outbreaks have affected 16 African countries over the last two years as severe storms and wars have accelerated the spread of illnesses.
By Bloomberg News Jan. 4, 2024

Cholera fears rise as rains wreak havoc in Chitungwiza 

“The cholera outbreak might be very difficult to deal with in the wake of floods hitting some parts of the country.
By Moses Mugugunyeki and Harriet Chikandiwa Dec. 31, 2023

Johanne Marange devotees gather amid cholera deaths

The government restricted public gatherings and food vending while monitoring burials in Marange and other parts of the country affected by the diarrhoeal disease.
By Kenneth Nyangani Dec. 24, 2023

Zim cholera outbreak jolts UN

In a statement dated December 5, OCHA expressed concern over the cholera outbreak.
By Sharon Buwerimwe Dec. 7, 2023

Editor’s Memo: Cholera crisis calls for urgent action

Furthermore, the response to cholera outbreaks should extend beyond emergency measures to include long-term strategies for disease prevention.
By Faith Zaba Dec. 1, 2023

Editorial Comment: Robust response to cholera outbreak needed

Harare has emerged as the latest epicentre of the outbreak with Kuwadzana high density surburb recording the highest number of new cases.
By The Standard Nov. 26, 2023

Buhera family relives brush with cholera

While all necessary measures to deal with the effects of the deadly disease are being taken, people in recently affected areas are getting help to get rid of the disease.
By Vanessa Gonye Nov. 22, 2023

Harare residents plot protest over cholera

Chombo said her province had recorded at least 15 cholera-related deaths to date.
By Lorraine Muromo and Kenneth Nyangani Nov. 16, 2023