Ministry of HealthZW

This is the official twitter account of the Ministry of #Health and Child Care (MoHCC), Government of #Zimbabwe | #MoHCCZim

[Ministry of HealthZW @MoHCCZim]

We are currently conducting free Obstetric Fistula Repair camps at United Bulawayo Hospital (UBH), Chinhoyi, Mashoko, Gweru and other hospitals. 

If you know someone who may be affected, please share with them our toll-free number 08 08 02 31  

Help is available, free and confidential. Together we can restore dignity and save lives.
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The Ministry of Health and Child Care has rolled out Obstetric Fistula awareness training for community based health workers in Masvingo, Midlands, Matabeleland North and South Provinces. This training, will capacitate Village Health Workers (VHWs) to screen for obstetric fistula, identify women living with the condition and link them to free repair camps while upholding confidentiality and shunning stigma.

Though 99 percent preventable, obstetric Fistula is an abnormal opening between the birth canal and the bladder and/or rectum caused by prolonged, obstructed labour without timely medical care, resulting in continuous leakage of urine and/or stool through the vagina. It remains a public health problem that mostly affects women in hard-to-reach, poor and marginalized communities.

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@MoHCCZim Minister Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, today officially launched the Clinical Guidelines on the Care and Management of Survivors of Sexual Violence in Zimbabwe. This document establishes a standardised, evidence based and survivor centered framework to ensure every survivor regardless of gender or background receives timely, professional, compassionate and dignified care across the entire national healthcare system. Recognising that sexual violence is a critical public health, human rights and development issue, the guidelines reinforce core principles of confidentiality, informed consent and non discrimination. #HealthForAll

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Zimbabwe and Cuba are celebrating 40 years of a Health partnership focused on building local capacity and long-term sustainability. The bilateral agreement has seen over 1,000 Zimbabwean medical professionals trained in Cuba and 14 Cuban Medical Brigades deployed to provide critical specialist care across all 10 provinces, including rural areas. Moving forward, @MoHCCZim Minister Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, said the plan is to deepen this cooperation to tackle non-communicable diseases, expand postgraduate specialist training in areas like pathology and establish joint ventures in pharmaceutical manufacturing and biotechnology. #HealthForAll

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Disregard any adverts soliciting candidates for ministry vacancies via WhatsApp, text or non-official MoHCC social media platforms.These are scams!
If you're invited for enrolment via WhatApp or text, report immediately to [email protected] or visit your nearest police station.

[Ministry of HealthZW @MoHCCZim]

We are delighted to announce that (two) multi energy radiotherapy machines are now in the country and that they will soon be deployed to Mpilo Central Hospital (MCH), and Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals (PGH) respectively. This follows the recent acquisition of (two) low energy machines which are currently being installed at both facilities. These acquisitions are clear indications of the Government of Zimbabwe's commitment to investing in a healthy population.

Government through the MoHCC are also in the process of procuring CT scans and MRI scans among other requirements.
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The Minister of Health and Child Care, Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, talks on the on-going investigations and mitigation measures that have been implemented by MoHCC to tackle the current Malaria surge in Zimbabwe.
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The Minister of Health and Child Care, Hon. Dr Douglas T. Mombeshora, yesterday assured Zimbabweans that Government remains on high alert for Ebola despite not recording any case. He emphasised that as part of the Ministry’s response mechanisms, one thousand health professionals have so far been retrained in infection, prevention and control (IPC), whilst several facilities across the country stand ready to manage any suspected cases which may arise.
Dr Mombeshora informed that, whilst all people travelling in and out of the country will be monitored at the country's points of entry, special attention will be given to truck drivers that will be travelling from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Ebola is a haemorrhagic fever which causes bleeding through various orifices such as the nose, mouth and eyes.
Early symptoms include fever, headache, abdominal pains and respiratory symptoms.
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@MoHCCZim, with the support of dedicated partners, is currently convening healthcare professionals in Bulawayo to Review and Finalise the National Multisectoral NCD Strategy 2026–2030. This upcoming strategy tackles the growing crisis of Non-Communicable Diseases with the vision of securing a long and healthy life for every Zimbabwean citizen. By focusing on completely equitable access to localised prevention and control services, @MoHCCZim and its partners are working to ensure that lifesaving care reaches every community, leaving no one behind. #HealthForAll

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@MoHCCZiM Minister Hon. Dr. D. Mombeshora yesterday addressed a press conference on Ebola preparedness and drug and substance abuse. He confirmed that Zimbabwe has no reported Ebola cases but remains on high alert due to the regional outbreak. The Minister also highlighted growing concerns over drug abuse, particularly among youths, and noted that 15 rehabilitation centres are operational nationwide, with 138 more identified for renovation. #HealthForAll

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@MoHCCZim Minister Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, today, inaugurated the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) board. The board, which is being chaired by Dr. Clifford Chiura, is expected to make MCAZ a model of efficient, transparent, and responsive regulation. ##HealthForAll

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Today, @MoHCCZim Minister Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora officiated at the Human Resources for Health Dialogue Meeting in Harare. In his address he emphasized that a strong healthcare workforce is essential for achieving Universal Health Coverage and reaching upper-middle-income status by 2030. #HealthForAll @UNDPZimbabwe @WHO_Zimbabwe

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On the sidelines of the #WHA79 in Geneva, Switzerland, @MoHCCZim Minister, Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, met with officials from Pfizer. Their discussion centered on implementing the recently signed MOU under the 'Accord for a Healthier World' initiative. This partnership aims to provide Zimbabwe with essential, not-for-profit medicines and vaccines while simultaneously upgrading the country's medical supply chains, regulatory frameworks and healthcare worker training programs. #HealthForAll

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@MoHCCZim Secretary for Health and Child Care Dr A.J.V. Maunganidze as the Chairperson of WHO’s Executive Board Committee of Program Budget and Adminstration Committee (PBAC) 43rd and 44th Sessions in his closing speech noted that:
● We managed to provide clear recommendations to the 79th World Health Assembly and the 159th Executive board meeting including on matters related to the Financing and Implementation of the Programme Budget, Human Resources, audit, compliance and evaluation matters.

● That they reached consensus on key issues for the consideration of the Health Assembly, including, the draft amended decision on the reform of the global health architecture and the UN80 initiative.

●Further, we agreed to recommend that the EB159 adopt the draft decision on future modalities of the governance reform pilot.
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@MoHCCZim Secretary for Health and Child Care is in Geneva where he is chairing the WHO’s Executive Board Committee of Programme Budget and Adminstration Committee from 12 to 15 May 2026. This meeting is held in advance of the World Health Assembly set to kick off on the the 18th of May. The Programme Budget and Administration Committee (PBAC) is a crucial committee that supports the Executive Board by reviewing WHO’s programme budget, financial oversight, administration, governance and human resources matters. It provides detailed scrutiny and recommendations to help ensure that the World Health Organization operates efficiently, transparently and in line with its strategic priorities. @WHO_Zimbabwe @UNFPA_Zimbabwe @UNICEFZIMBABWE @ZBCNewsonline @HeraldZimbabwe

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Since opening its doors in May 2021 in partnership with the @MoHCCZim, Cure Children's Hospital of Zimbabwe has stood as a beacon of hope, providing life changing orthopedic and reconstructive surgeries entirely free of charge. By performing between 150 and 175 specialized procedures every month, including treatments for clubfoot, bowed legs, and cleft palates, the hospital’s dedicated medical team ensures that physical disabilities no longer limit a child's future. This vital collaboration offers world class surgical care and comprehensive rehabilitation to children under 18 from every corner of Zimbabwe and neighboring countries, transforming lives across borders #HealthForAll

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BREAKING NEWS

Zimbabwe welcomes home three of its dedicated Zimbabwean healthcare workers from the Ascension Island.
Following international health protocols, these individuals were identified as contacts of a confirmed Hantavirus case during their time abroad. While they are currently healthy, the MoHCC taking every scientific precaution to ensure their well-being and yours. Further, the ministry through Port Health Services (PHS), has undertaken a risk assessment and has already established the underlisted precautionary measures;
1. The travellers will undergo screening and assessment by PHS upon arrival at RGMIA.
2. The individuals will remain under active monitoring for symptoms associated with hantavirus infection during the recommended observation period of 45 days.
3. Appropriate infection prevention and control measures will be implemented throughout the transfer and monitoring process.
4. Arrangements are being made for the travellers to remain together in a designated private isolation facility during the quarantine period.

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