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
Parly seeks ban on public smoking
He said the amendment to SI 264 should include high-traffic public areas such as towns, bus termini and markets as prohibited smoking zones.
By Tael Mudzingwa
Aug. 25, 2025
It’s time to halt crippling economic decline
“When it comes to leaving their country, nearly six in 10 Zimbabweans (58%) say they have contemplated the possibility, including 34% who have considered it ‘a lot’.”
By Tinashe Kairiza
Aug. 8, 2025
Climate change and disease pandemics: Zimbabwe's urgent imperative
Zimbabwe, a country already grappling with socio-economic challenges, stands at the forefront of this precarious intersection.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Jul. 27, 2025
Daggers drawn against Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
The institute, through its lawyer Lovemore Madhuku, demanded a retraction and public apology within 24 hours, failing which it will sue for defamation.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 26, 2025
Health implications of smoking: A public health concern
Smoking damages the lungs, increasing the risk of lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other respiratory diseases.
By Clever Marisa
Jun. 29, 2025
The silent epidemic: Zim’s youth at risk
As a public health practitioner, I am deeply concerned about the increasing prevalence of drug and substance abuse among Zimbabwean youth.
By Clever Marisa
May. 25, 2025
