Zimbabwe's $600mln junk food problem
ZIMBABWE has been flagged as a breeding ground for unhealthy processed food and sweetened beverages, with total sales reaching US$623 million in the period 2021 to 2024,
By Ruth Maseko
19h ago
Stop doling out cars and equip Parirenyatwa, Mpilo, UBH
During these delicate procedures, the device temporarily takes over the functions of the lungs and the heart, keeping patients alive while surgeons conduct complex interventions.
By Newsday
Dec. 6, 2025
Cancer machines still missing two years on
Secondly, it must provide a publicly accessible, detailed procurement timeline for the cancer equipment, with regular progress updates until installation is complete.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Dec. 5, 2025
Ncube punches below his weight, Health sector budget ‘below Abuja benchmark’
He said the core allocation was just under 10%, representing a drop from 10,2% in 2025.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Dec. 5, 2025
‘Budget meets benchmark but fails on primary healthcare’
THE Community Working Group on Health (CWGH) has commended the government for meeting the Abuja Declaration target by allocating 15% of the 2026 National Budget to health
By Kirsty Sibanda
Dec. 3, 2025
Community health fund targets marginalised communities
Mayor Jacob Mafume said the city was preparing its infrastructure for increased demand.
By Gracious Daniel
Nov. 29, 2025
Over 600 children affected as HFMD spreads across Harare
He added that parents and caregivers are being urged to watch for early signs of infection.
By Cimas
Nov. 28, 2025
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
What landmark High Court ruling on abortion, legal milestones mean for Zimbabwean women
Once adopted it will be sent to the Senate, and if it sails through in the Upper House, it will be forwarded to President Emmerson Mnangagwa for his signature.
By Pride Nyamupangedengu
Nov. 23, 2025
