Healing or hustle? Smuggled meds are big draw in Zimbabwe’s hidden markets
Distribution of fake and substandard medicines is a global, highly profitable criminal enterprise.
By Global Press Journal
Apr. 1, 2025
MCAZ to regulate cosmetic products
In a Press statement issued yesterday, MCAZ director-general Richard Rukwata said the move was aimed at safeguarding consumer health and enhancing product quality.
By Priviledge Gumbodete
Jul. 16, 2024
MCAZ recalls Benylin syrup for children
Some of the complications associated with its use include abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, inability to pass urine, headache, altered mental state and acute kidney injury leading to death.
By Brent Shamu
Apr. 16, 2024
Blitz exposes unregistered medicines
Rukwata called on the public to report any suspicious pharmaceutical activities to aid in creating a safer environment for all Zimbabweans.
By Gracious Daniel
Apr. 10, 2024
Zimbabweans turn to medicinal herbs
Itai Rusike, a public health specialist, told the Independent that it was increasingly difficult for patients to access drugs in public health institutions.
By Vincent Mungofa
Mar. 22, 2024
Telemedicine gains traction in Zim
Telemedicine refers to the provision of remote clinical services, via real-time two-way communication between the patient and the healthcare provider.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Mar. 10, 2024
Zim doctor honoured in the UK
Gourdie celebrated the end of her training in Accident and Emergency Medicine in 1992 by travelling to Nepal for a trekking holiday.
By Innocent Magondo
Feb. 26, 2024
MCAZ partners SA health services regulator
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education said the results will be released at 12:00 hours.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 12, 2024
Zim faces drug shortages
Mombeshora said the ministry required approximately US$17 million worth of medicine per month.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Nov. 6, 2023
