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 2h ago

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

Calls grow for medical aid regulations overhaul

Rusike said strengthening domestic tax systems to expand fiscal space would be central to achieving UHC and urged the government to expedite the gazetting of the National Health Insurance Bill.
By Staff Reporter Mar. 2, 2026

Cimas @80 media awards set to debut tonight in Bulawayo

According to Cimas, the awards attracted an overwhelming 120 entries, reflecting growing interest in health journalism and the media’s commitment to spotlighting national health issues.
By Online Reporter Nov. 21, 2025