Tuberculosis - The Zimbabwe Independent

Topic : Tuberculosis

Dust and disease: Uncovering the hidden TB threat in Gokwe South

TB and dusty environments are linked because inhaling certain dusts, especially silica dust, significantly increases the risk of developing tuberculosis.

By Moses Mugugunyeki Oct. 8, 2025

Dust and disease: Uncovering the hidden TB threat in Gokwe South

Commitment, investment key to ending TB epidemic

Manema said TB remains a leading cause of death in Zimbabwe, with a mortality rate of 33 per 100 000, excluding those with both HIV and TB.

By Cimas Mar. 28, 2025

Commitment, investment key to ending TB epidemic

10 000 TB cases go unreported: Govt

Mugurungi said Zimbabwe’s national TB programmes had worked tirelessly to expand access to diagnosis, treatment and care.

By Vanessa Gonye Mar. 26, 2025

US aid freeze: Time for Zim to redefine development paradigm

The suspension threatens to unravel years of progress in healthcare delivery, particularly in combating HIV, tuberculosis and malaria.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Jan. 28, 2025

US aid freeze: Time for Zim to redefine development paradigm

Over 1 million people screened for TB

The KN-TB programme was implemented in Gweru, Kwekwe, Shurugwi, Chirumhanzu, Zvishavane, Gwanda, Insiza and Mwenezi.

By Vanessa Gonye Sep. 26, 2024

HealthTalk: Tuberculosis: Can be fatal if not treated

Tuberculosis, commonly known as TB, is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide.

By Johannes Marisa May. 26, 2024

HealthTalk: Tuberculosis: Can be fatal if not treated

Mpilo TB laboratory 60% complete

This was revealed during a tour on Wednesday when United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) civil engineer Yvonne Mpande was giving an update of the project status.

By Margaret Lubinda May. 24, 2024