Public health at risk: Confronting cholera, typhoid and dysentery in Harare
Every reported case and mortality statistic represents a human life; a child, a parent, a worker whose suffering could have been prevented through basic public health safeguards.
By Clever Marisa
Feb. 15, 2026
Constitutional violations on right to speedy trial
Our courts, particularly those dealing with the old constitution, have addressed the aspect of what length of time is considered “reasonable time,” which varies from case to case
By Blessed Mhlanga
Feb. 6, 2026
Editor’s Memo: Fix public health: Lives depend on it
With the patient still in pain, we turned to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals, relying on family friends, who are doctors there.
By Opinion
Jan. 9, 2026
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
Zimbabwe launches EU-funded National Public Health Institute
Health and Child Care minister Douglas Mombeshora said the establishment of the institute marked a new era in Zimbabwe’s health system.
By Tatenda Kunaka
Oct. 16, 2025
Need for a functional Public Health Advisory Board in Zim
ZIMBABWE faces a myriad of challenges in the health sector and in most cases, the Health and Child Care ministry is blamed for all the ills afflicting the health delivery system.
By Johannes Marisa
Sep. 19, 2025
Gweru orders businesses to place bins at premises
GWERU City Council has ordered building and business owners to place bins outside their premises to promote cleanliness in the city.
By Stephen Chadenga
Sep. 5, 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
It’s time to halt crippling economic decline
“When it comes to leaving their country, nearly six in 10 Zimbabweans (58%) say they have contemplated the possibility, including 34% who have considered it ‘a lot’.”
By Tinashe Kairiza
Aug. 8, 2025
