Zim records drop in TB cases
ZIMBABWE has recorded a significant reduction in tuberculosis (TB) incidence, declining from more than 242 cases per 100 000 people in 2015 to about 203 per 100 000 in 2024, an official has said.
By Vanessa Gonye
2h ago
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
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
Constitutional violations on right to speedy trial
Our courts, particularly those dealing with the old constitution, have addressed the aspect of what length of time is considered “reasonable time,” which varies from case to case
By Blessed Mhlanga
Feb. 6, 2026
Editor’s Memo: Fix public health: Lives depend on it
With the patient still in pain, we turned to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals, relying on family friends, who are doctors there.
By Opinion
Jan. 9, 2026
Honour medical practitioners
Many medical practitioners are resilient to the challenges bedevilling the health sector and are dedicated to serving the nation.
By Johannes Marisa
Nov. 28, 2025
Zimbabwe launches EU-funded National Public Health Institute
Health and Child Care minister Douglas Mombeshora said the establishment of the institute marked a new era in Zimbabwe’s health system.
By Tatenda Kunaka
Oct. 16, 2025
Need for a functional Public Health Advisory Board in Zim
ZIMBABWE faces a myriad of challenges in the health sector and in most cases, the Health and Child Care ministry is blamed for all the ills afflicting the health delivery system.
By Johannes Marisa
Sep. 19, 2025
Gweru orders businesses to place bins at premises
GWERU City Council has ordered building and business owners to place bins outside their premises to promote cleanliness in the city.
By Stephen Chadenga
Sep. 5, 2025
