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COVID-19 Preparedness at Robert International Airport Not Convincing
By Joyce Mukucha and Anyway Yotamu Despite the Zimbabwean government’s claims that the country is ready to deal with the coronavirus (Covid-19), a Government official said operations of staff at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport lacked the capacity to effectively deal with the disease. The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health, Dr Ruth…
MICS 2019 findings show positive results for women and children in Zimbabwe
… but major breakthroughs still can be made New multi-sector, nation-wide research shows Zimbabwe recorded a decrease in maternal mortality from 614 to 462 maternal deaths per 100 000 live births since 2014, and an increase in full immunisation coverage to 85%. But more needs to be done in several areas such as to…
Government on high alert to fight COVD19
The government has advised the nation to keep calm, insisting the country had not confirmed any COVID-19 cases to date. This follows widespread rumours that the government was covering up confirmed cases including a Mutare woman who has since died after returning from China. In a press statement released the 8th of March,…
Government majoring on misplaced priorities: FreeZim Congress
Joseph Makamba Busha, the President of FreeZim Congress Party has thrown a tantrum on government for neglecting pressing needs of the populace in preference to programmes that do not change people’s lives positively. Speaking to journalists in Harare today, Makamba singled out government’s prioritisation of a new Parliament building and possibly a new city…
USD$85.5 million required for 2022 Zimbabwe Census
About US$85.5 million is required for the 2022 Zimbabwe Census, a key survey that is done every 10 years to provide the country with essential data on demographic and related socio-economic characteristics of the population at national and sub-national levels which can be used for policy and programme planning. The 2022 Census will be the…
UNICEF Responds To Coronavirus Misinformation
“All around the world, people are taking necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families from coronavirus. Sound preparation, based on scientific evidence, is what is needed at this time. “However, while many people are sharing information about the virus and how to protect against it, only some of that information is useful or reliable….
Tourism ready to play part in tackling COVID-19
As the current outbreak of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) continues to develop, the Tourism Business Council of Zimbabwe (TBCZ), the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) and the Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry (MECTHI) are committed to working together in guiding the travel and tourism sector’s response to COVID-19. Today the tourism sector players…
Consistent power supply critical in the value chain for blood processing
George Mavunganidze, the Laboratory Services Manager of the National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ) has said consistent power supply is a critical component in the value chain for blood processing. Mavunganidze made the remarks during a tour of the facilities on the occasion of the NBSZ Media Workshop for Harare Metropolitan Province held on Thursday 5…
Renewed commitment to reduce maternal mortality on the African Continent
The Committee on Gender, Family, Youth and People with Disability jointly sitting with the Committee on Health, Labour and Social Affairs have reiterated the PAP’s commitment to reducing maternal mortality on the African continent. This commitment speaks directly to Sustainable Development Goal 3 that seeks to ‘Ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all at…
UNFPA committed to providing comprehensive SRHR services: Dr. Julitta Onabanjo
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) regional director Dr. Julitta Onabanjo who is on a mission in Zimbabwe after attending the African Regional Summit on Sustainable Development Goals in Victoria Falls has reiterated the UN agency’s commitment towards providing comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights services (SRHR) in the country. The UN Senior Official…
Coronavirus and Christian Church caught in the middle of Political Game
The rapid proliferation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) resulted in 13 deaths and 1,766 confirmed cases as of February 27 in South Korea. While the cause and solution of the infection are not identified, Shincheonji Church, with over 500 members, has become the target of scapegoating and blame. On February 19 South Korean President Moon Jae-In…
“African children are our future. It is our responsibility to protect them” – Hon. Chief Charumbira
The Pan-African Parliamentary Forum on Online Child Sexual Exploitation (OCSE) has started ahead of the Sitting of the Permanent Committees in Midrand, South Africa. Jointly convened by the Department of Social Affairs of the African Union Commission (AUC) and the PAP, the consultation aims to harness the role of Parliamentarians in policy formulation and ensuring…
Sekuru Banda intervenes in Tytan and Olinda Chapel squabbles
Singer Njabulo Nkomo better known as Tytan’s social media revelation that his erstwhile former wife and popular socialite Olinda Chapel hid her ‘HIV positive’ status from him has led famous traditional healer Sekuru Banda to add a voice regarding relationships and marriages. “In marriages and relationships conflicts are bound to happen. It’s common cause…
UN bemoans slow pace of poverty reduction in Africa
Noting that Africa has made considerable progress in education, health and other social outcomes, Amina J. Mohammed, the United Nations (UN) Deputy Secretary-General has said the pace of poverty reduction is slow on the continent while inclusive growth still remains elusive. Mohammed made the remarks during a Special Session of the Regional Coordination Mechanism for…
China continues to fight coronavirus: Ambassador
By Anyway Yotamu and Joyce Mukucha China will continue strengthening communication with authorities in charge of disease prevention in the country to ensure safety and prevention of coronavirus (COVID-19). This was said by Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe Mr Guo Shaochun after he paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the National Assembly Advocate Jacob Mudenda…
Zimbabwe hosts Triathlon and Shooting competitions
Dr. Kirsty Coventry, the Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation has said Zimbabwe will be hosting major sporting events in the month of February namely the African Sporting Shooting Championships, the African Championship of Compak Sporting and the Bonaqua Troutbeck (ATU) Triathlon African Cup. Addressing journalists in Harare today, Minister Coventry said the Troutbeck…
7 Ways to Beat Work Stress and Increase Productivity With CBD
By Ross Geller Whether you are a college student or in a full-time job, stress does not discriminate, and this very quality has made it a common concern among masses. Stress and motivational issues are two universal conditions that every working person faces once in a while. After-work fatigue can widely affect your well…
The difference between vape pens and dab pens
With medical marijuana now legalised in over half of US states, medical marijuana sales represent a large national market, estimated to reach $6.8 billion in 2020. With a market this size, the sale of cannabis accessories like the genius pipe is steadily on the rise. Vaping and dabbing are variations on the traditional method…
Jedidiah Trust rehabilitating and re-integrating inmates into the community
By Byron Mutingwende Norton-based Jedidiahh Trust is positively impacting society by rehabilitating and re-integrating inmates into the community. Speaking to Spiked Online Media in Norton, Lovemore Chikwanda the founder and Executive Director of Jedidiah Trust said his organisation came up with this initiative after realising the plight of the incarcerated. “As Jedidiah…
Plays, performing arts should communicate to persons with disabilities
By Lovemore Chazingwa in Kadoma Stakeholders at the Berina Community Arts (BCA)-organised annual strategic planning workshop have called for performing arts and plays that effectively communicate to people living with disabilities, this publication can reveal. The call was made by BCA director Lloyd Mujuru, to raise awareness to participants at the Mhondoro-Ngezi District focused workshop….
AU Summit: African leaders call for action to end malnutrition by 2025
Leaders acknowledged the scope of the challenge but sounded a note of optimism African countries have made progress toward eradicating malnutrition and stunting but need to do more to hit United Nations malnutrition targets by 2025. This was the main message of a meeting that took place during the 33rd African Union Summit. Speakers at…
SAfAIDS Continues to Strengthen and Support HIV Prevention Response
By Joyce Mukucha As the Southern Africa HIV and AIDS Information Dissemination Service (SafAIDS) in collaboration with other Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Government officials, policy makers, beneficiaries and implementing partners launched the 2019 Zimbabwe HIV Prevention Shadow Report, a plethora of recommendations have been made for Zimbabwe to meet the global and national prevention response…
Masiyiwa urges unity of purpose in fight against Coronavirus
Econet Founder and Group Chairman Strive Masiyiwa has urged businesses to join hands with Government to fight the Coronavirus outbreak. Writing on his Facebook blog, Masiyiwa called on people to lay aside their differences and combat the outbreak, which the World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency. Masiyiwa wrote: #Chinese Businesses are on…
Killer Zivhu donates 300 sanitary pads
Chivi South legislator Killer Zivhu has donated over 300 sanitary pads to pupils and female teachers at Ruvanga Secondary School as part of his philanthropic work. In an interview with Spiked Online Media, Zivhu said he is inspired by his poor background to keep doing good for the less privileged that include schools. He said…
Cassava Healthtech, Cancerserve Trust commemorate World Cancer Day
Cassava Healthtech’s Maisha has teamed up with the Cancerserve Trust to commemorate World Cancer Day. The World Cancer Day is commemorated on February 4 every year to rally the world in the fight against cancer, to raise awareness about the disease and to mobilize for action to be taken to prevent and mitigate against all…
African Leaders for Nutrition To Hosts Presidential Dinner
The African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org/), the African Union Commission, along with the government of Lesotho, will host a dinner for the African Leaders for Nutrition (ALN) on Saturday 8 February 2020, on the sidelines of the 33rd African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The dinner is an opportunity for African leaders to draft recommendations…
CIMAS launches iGo Wellness Hub
Leading Medical Aid Society Cimas has today launched the iGo Wellness Hub, a one stop health facility to provide Cimas medical aid members access to fitness, dietician, wellness coaching and general risk profiling under one roof at the Borrowdale Racecourse. iGo- a health and wellness package that is unprecedented in the medical aid sector now…
Why Are Spring Roof Inspections Important?
By Jessica Smith Maintenance is the key to the healthy functioning of everything, whether it is your body that needs timely check-ups or your house. Time and again, a working body demands attention and care, to carry out its work effectively, though most of the time, we unintentionally overlook this aspect. A house is one…
Zimbabwe Among TB High Burdened Countries
By Joyce Mukucha Despite efforts by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Challenge TB (CTB) Funding Mechanism and support it extended to the Ministry of Health and Child Care in aligning projects and activities to national priorities in the Tuberculosis/HIV response, Zimbabwe still remains among TB high burdened countries. This has seen the…
OR Tambo is emerging as the continent’s ‘narco’ airport
Nearly 20% of all people arrested in Hong Kong airport in 2018 and 2019 for the possession of illegal substances brought drugs from Johannesburg via South Africa’s OR Tambo airport, according to Hong Kong prison chaplain John Wotherspoon, who is in South Africa currently raising awareness around the recent surge in air-trafficking via Africa’s biggest…
Blow for Zimbabwe as Jarvis is ruled out due to injury
Zimbabwe seamer Kyle Jarvis has been ruled out of the second Test against Sri Lanka, starting this Monday at Harare Sports Club, after sustaining a lower back injury during the first match. He underwent an MRI scan on Saturday that confirmed a disc bulge. Jarvis had been struggling with back movements due to…
Zim Ports Of Entry On Guard Against Novel CoronaVirus
By Health Correspondent At least 22 people onboard of a flight from Wuhan City where the novel coronavirus was first reported, are under surveillance with the majority being Zimbabweans, Health and Child Care Ministry official has said. The country’s points of entry are on full throttle using World Health Organization’s case detection guidelines for surveillance…
How To Build A Better Tent
Sarah Ferguson Brand Contributor, UNICEF USA For children caught in humanitarian emergencies, a UNICEF tent can be a beacon of hope, a pop-up school and a safe place to play. It’s where kids can get back to learning and regain a sense of normalcy when their lives have been turned upside-down by conflict or natural disasters….
Higherlife Foundation extends free transport to doctors and nurses
…continues free water deliveries to Harare hospitals and clinics Higherlife Foundation has extended by an additional six months the free transport programme for nurses and doctors employed at public healthcare institutions in Zimbabwe. The extended offer comes a day after the Foundation extended an offer to pay doctors in the public healthcare sector through a…
Launch of Plan International Zimbabwe’s Country Strategy 2019 – 2024 hailed
Ms Maria Ribeiro, the United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator commended Plan International for creating the space to nurture very articulate, strong, young Zimbabwean girls and boys. She made the remarks at the launch of Plan International Zimbabwe’s Country Strategy 2019 – 2024 held at the Cresta Lodge Hotel in Harare today. “I hope that together…
City of Harare & Clean City sign landmark service delivery MOU
The City of Harare and Clean City Private Limited today signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOU) that will allow the two parties to collaborate in service delivery to the city. Areas of collaboration under the MOU include refuse collection, dumpsites clearance, repair and maintenance of City of Harare refuse trucks along with construction and…
7 Easy Steps to Grow Marijuana at Home
By Rebecca Smith Growing weed at home is an excellent way of keeping your supply steady. Growing marijuana also heightens your love and attachment to the plant because you get to experience and observe each growth phase of cannabis. Marijuana use continues to increase day in and day out due to its numerous medicinal and…
Government urged to make SMART commitments ahead of 2020 Japan Nutrition for Growth summit
The Zimbabwe Civil Society Organisations Scaling Up Nutrition Alliance (ZCSOSUNA) is calling on the government of Zimbabwe to make attainable and measurable commitments in preparation for the 2020 Japan Nutrition for Growth Summit. “As the country’s Civil Society Alliance in Scaling Up Nutrition, we applaud the government of Zimbabwe for making a commitment during the…
Public-Private Collaboration commits to Accelerate Access to Health Services in Africa
Healthcare companies and philanthropies to fund training of thousands of community health workers as part of larger initiative led by Last Mile Health and Living Goods to advance universal health coverage Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.com), Lilly (Lilly.com), Novartis (Novartis.com), Pfizer (Pfizer.com), GSK (GSK.com) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (GatesFoundation.org) have joined forces with…
Judicial Services Commission urged to uphold transparency and accountability
By Joyce Mukucha The Chief Justice of Zimbabwe, Honourable Luke Malaba has urged all members of the Judicial Service Commission to present principles of transparency and accountability in the performance of Judicial functions so as to combat corruption. He was speaking during the official opening of the 2020 Legal Year in Harare on the 13th…
Cimas CEO advocates B2B relationships over tariffs
Medical aid societies need to pursue B2B engagements , where they approach individual health service providers to negotiate agreed prices, Cimas Medical Aid Society chief executive officer Vulindlela Ndlovu told journalists today (Thursday). He said resuscitating the past practice of the medical aid industry and service providers agreeing on common tariffs was unlikely to work….
Gamma Allergy and Immunology Laboratories awarded SADCAS, SAZ ISO accreditation and certification
Renowned Zimbabwean asthma allergy and immunology specialists, Gamma Allergy and Immunology Laboratories (GAIL) has received prestigious recognition from the Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service (SADCAS) and the Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) for outstanding quality services in these areas. Speaking at the certificates handover ceremony in Harare today, Professor Elopy Sibanda, the Managing Director…
Cimas dispels misconceptions about medical aid societies
By Anyway Yotamu Cimas Medical Aid Society has launched an information campaign, dubbed Secure With Us, to correct misconceptions about medical aid societies and increase awareness of the services it offers and the steps it has taken to add value to the market. Speaking to journalist in Harare Thursday 9th of January 2020 Managing Director …
NBA Commissioner Emeritus David J. Stern dies
NBA (http://www.NBA.com) Commissioner Emeritus David Stern passed away this afternoon as a result of the brain hemorrhage he suffered approximately three weeks ago. His wife, Dianne, and their family were with him at his bedside. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement: “For 22 years, I had a courtside seat to watch David in…
2019 in Review: The Highs and Lows of Mnangangwa’s Year
By Farai Chirimumimba For President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 2019 has been a year of constant turmoil. On the economic front, he has presided over perpetual failure as he has increasingly relied on his own instincts and underperforming cabinet. In just the last few months, a massive strike by junior doctors has paralysed the health sector. Lawyer…