Act against spreading cholera, govt urged
In a situational report, IFRC said Zimbabwe had recorded a surge in cholera cases, which have reached critical levels, necessitating urgent intervention.
By Lorraine Muromo
Mar. 26, 2025
Cholera outbreak spreads to Mashonaland East
This month, numerous cases have been reported in Mashonaland Central and Boremine and Dindi areas in UMP in Mashonaland East.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Mar. 19, 2025
Harare residents fret over dry taps
In Harare, cholera is endemic with the worst outbreak experienced in 2008, which led to 4 288 deaths.
By Vanessa Gonye
Dec. 29, 2024
‘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
