Crackdown on false prophets, unlicensed doctors
Baz acting chief executive officer Matthias Chakanyuka expressed concern over a surge in advertisements flighted by individuals falsely claiming healing powers.
By Tatenda Kunaka
Mar. 6, 2026
Zim records surge in infant deaths: Report
Maternal mortality has declined from 652 maternal deaths per 100 000 live births in 2015 to 212 per 100 000 in 2024.
By Vanessa Gonye
Mar. 5, 2026
Senate rejects ‘smuggled’ abortion clause
The Ministry of Health and Child Care distanced itself from the clause, saying it had been inserted without its knowledge.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Feb. 19, 2026
Zim caregivers get help in the form of an app
“Rerai Umntwana is a strong example of how Government leadership, strategic partnerships and digital innovation can come together to deliver results for children.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 13, 2026
Incessant rains spark cholera fears
Medical practitioner Johannes Marisa echoed the high-risk assessment, linking it directly to flooding and poor drainage, which contaminate water sources.
By Vanessa Gonye and Gracious Daniel
Jan. 25, 2026
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
Why Zim is seeing reduction in maternal mortality rates
Kajokoto is thankful that her situation was managed owing to the dedicated and swift action by medical personnel at Mt Darwin hospital.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 21, 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
Editorial Comment: Health crisis: Don’t bury heads in the sand
Machakaire had taken to X after visiting a relative at a public hospital where he said he had been left him “deeply concerned by the conditions I witnessed.”
By The Standard
May. 11, 2025
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Once beaten, twice shy: Industry tracks RBZ currency benchmarks
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By Concilia Mupezeni and Blessed Ndlovu
Mar. 8, 2026
