I REALLY could not help sharing my thoughts on the article “Zimbabwe should lead Africa’s digital transformation,” which appeared in the Daily News on April 26. This is the same week there was industrial action at the University of Zimbabwe. My thoughts shall be centred around health. Health is not absence of disease but a…
THE increasing cases of cancer in the country are a cause for concern, and it is imperative that the government prioritises the fight against this scourge. According to recent statistics, cancer claims thousands of lives annually in the country, with the top cancers being cervical, breast, prostate, and lung cancer. The country’s healthcare system is,…
THE call by legislators to establish a Road Accident Fund (RAF) and treatment centres for accident victims along Zimbabwe’s highways, as reported by this newspaper yesterday, is a timely and necessary move. The country’s roads have become increasingly hazardous, with a growing number of accidents resulting in injuries and fatalities. The proposed fund and treatment…
THE improving relations between Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom, as highlighted by British Ambassador Pete Vowles at the weekend, are a positive development that can have far-reaching benefits for both countries. Given the complex history between the two nations, it’s essential to acknowledge the past while charting a course for the future. The legacy of…
THE resurgence of cholera in Zimbabwe is a stark reminder of the country’s failure to prioritise the health and well-being of its citizens. The recent outbreak, which has claimed lives and infected dozens, is a direct result of the government’s inability to provide clean water and sanitation facilities to its people. This is unacceptable, especially…
EDITOR — THROUGH your popular and influential paper, allow me to share a few observations and views about very unfortunate, and self-destructive…
CALLS by the portfolio committee on Health for the National Health Insurance Bill to be urgently tabled before Parliament are very timely. The poor state of the health delivery system, which is increasingly making it difficult for ordinary citizens, lends weight to the importance of expediting the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The National Health…
THE call by government officials at the on-going Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo for the private sector to play a crucial role in rural industrialisation is a step in the right direction. Rural industrialisation is essential for the country’s economic growth, and the private sector’s involvement can help drive this process. Other southern…
THE Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) kicked off in Bulawayo on Monday, providing a platform for the country to showcase its potential to the world. This year’s edition, themed “Blue Sapphire,” is a testament to the fair’s enduring legacy and its importance in promoting Zimbabwe’s economic growth. The ZITF is a premier event that brings…
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has urged Zimbabweans to resolve their challenges through dialogue, emphasising the importance of unity, love, and forgiveness in building a harmonious society. In his address to thousands of Zion Christian Church members at an Easter conference in Masvingo Province on Sunday, Mnangagwa’s message resonated deeply with the need for peace and unity…
