Could we say that Zimbabwe is certainly a well rounded nation as it has been making it to top positions in various lists? The lists include a Forbes list and a recent United Nations list. SADC has recognised the country’s effort in combating Covid-19 by means of vaccination. The Zimbabwean government has since taken a… Continue reading Zimbabwe tops SADC countries in World Health Organization list
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Government ministers mingle with no masks Indian delegation amidst Covid-19 Indian variant reports
A business delegation from India met up with some Zimbabwean ministers in order to discuss opportunities available to Zimbabwe. That’s not the issue. What has raised eyebrows is the fact that the images of the meet up reveal that not everyone was abiding to the Covid regulations. The issue of wearing masks is being enforced … Continue reading Government ministers mingle with no masks Indian delegation amidst Covid-19 Indian variant reports
More free Covid-19 vaccines arrive from China
Yet another consignment of Covid-19 vaccines arrived from China. This time around the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) donated to Zimbabwe’s Defence Forces (ZDF). Present to receive the consignments was Minister of Defence and War Veterans Affairs, Oppah Mushinguri-Kashiri. This is different from the previous times where the President himself went to receive the vaccines.… Continue reading More free Covid-19 vaccines arrive from China
Zvekuzvara imbomirai as Zimbabwe faces a serious midwives shortage
Most people would agree that children are a gift from above. No wonder people go to extraordinary lengths to have them. If you are from the Shona culture then perhaps you have even heard the phrase “vana vanosimbisa imba.” Whether or not we agree with that is a story for another day. A more pressing… Continue reading Zvekuzvara imbomirai as Zimbabwe faces a serious midwives shortage
Record breaking woman gives birth to 9 children at once (pictures inside)
Yes you read that correctly. A Malian woman recently gave birth to 9 little bundles of joy at once. This is reportedly the first time in history something like this has taken place. The mother of these nonuplets, Halima Cisse gave birth to them in Morocco. The Mali’s government acted immediately and flew to her… Continue reading Record breaking woman gives birth to 9 children at once (pictures inside)
HIV vaccine on its way after successful trials
We all know that right now the world is hurriedly trying to formulate a Covid-19 vaccine. Amidst all that noise, the fight against HIV has not ended. However, there’s good news! For the first time since HIV started in the 1920’s, a major breakthrough by scientists is on the horizon. The International AIDS Society HIV… Continue reading HIV vaccine on its way after successful trials
President Mnangagwa receives yet another Covid-19 donation, but this time from India
Yesterday, President Mnangagwa arrived at the airport to pick up yet another Covid-19 vaccination consignment, this time India is the donor. India has donated 70 000 Indian Covaxin vaccine consignments. This donation is not the first of its kind. On March 16 the Zimbabwean President was at the airport receiving the second batch of consignments… Continue reading President Mnangagwa receives yet another Covid-19 donation, but this time from India
President Mnangagwa off to collect 35 000 more vaccines today
The first consignment of covid-19 vaccines donated by India will be delivered today. The vaccines expected amount to 35000 of the 75000 Indian Covaxin Covid19 vaccines. This Indian Covaxin vaccine is similar to the Sinopharm and Sinovac previously received from china in that it uses an inactivated form of the virus to generate the immune… Continue reading President Mnangagwa off to collect 35 000 more vaccines today
Chitungwiza distributes fake covid19 vaccination cards, mari yako chete.
Recently, a report went undercover to uncover the rotten works that were reportedly being carried out by medical staff in some Chitungwiza Council Clinics. After one receives their first and second jabs of the covid19 vaccine, they are given a vaccination card that identifies them as a vaccinated individual. It is this system that posed… Continue reading Chitungwiza distributes fake covid19 vaccination cards, mari yako chete.
Botswana to verify AstraZeneca before administering to citizens
The Botswana government is set to verify AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines before administering to citizens, according to the country’s Vice President. He was speaking after receiving a batch of 33 600 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines at the Seretse Khama International Airport which the country purchased through the COVAX facility. Vice President Slumber Tsogwane said that… Continue reading Botswana to verify AstraZeneca before administering to citizens
VIDEO: Dr Agnes Mahomva reveals ‘the best’ Covid19 vaccine
Dr Agnes Mahomva, Zimbabwe’s Chief Covid19 coordinator, this week took it upon herself to educate the nation on Covid19 vaccination. Mahomva also fills the role of Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Health and Child Care. Of late, there have been many opinions from unqualified citizens that serve to encourage the public to get vaccinated.… Continue reading VIDEO: Dr Agnes Mahomva reveals ‘the best’ Covid19 vaccine
JUST IN: Chiwenga vaccinated again while teachers still wait for their first jab
Zimbabwe’s Vice President Constantino Chiwenga received his second shot of the Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine this morning at Wilkins hospital. Although not clearly stated, there is reason to believe this jab could have been part of the recent consignment received from China on the 16th of March 2021. This might have been a move to ‘lead… Continue reading JUST IN: Chiwenga vaccinated again while teachers still wait for their first jab
Covid19 vaccine deferred in these countries
The AstraZeneca corona virus vaccine has been suspended in some countries. This decision was reached after the realization that this vaccine has been said to cause blood clots. The safety data on this vaccine is to be reviewed soon by the World Health Organization (WHO). Thus far WHO had expressed confidence in the vaccine. The… Continue reading Covid19 vaccine deferred in these countries
Another lockdown pending
Imagine this crazy scenario: A quick deal arises in town, or you need to meet up with someone you haven’t seen in a while, or you need to go and fend for your family, but here’s the catch: you need a piece of paper that is recognized by the police in order for you to… Continue reading Another lockdown pending
False positive covid-19 test results: Lancet Clinical Laboratories speaks out
A certain Yvonne Chipupuriro left social media in a buzz with her claims targetted at Lancet Clinical Laboratories. She stated that Lancet was using fake positive covid test results to exploit patients. Here’s how her story unfolded: Upon her departure from Zambia on the 21st of January, Yvonne took a mandatory covid-19 test which had… Continue reading False positive covid-19 test results: Lancet Clinical Laboratories speaks out
Black Friday claims the lives of 4 Prominent Zimbabweans to COVID-19
Friday the 22nd of January 2021 will go down as one worst days in this pandemic after 4 prominent Zimbabweans succumbed to the deadly COVID-19. Just this week Zimbabwe also lost its Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sibusiso Moyo to the pandemic, there is no price for guessing what effect it has had on ordinary Zimbabweans.… Continue reading Black Friday claims the lives of 4 Prominent Zimbabweans to COVID-19
Late Minister SB Moyo conferred National Hero Status
The late Zimbabwean Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sibusiso Moyo has been conferred national hero status by Zanu PF. The Zimbabwean Foreign Affairs Minister succumbed to the deadly COVID-19 pandemic which has wreaked havoc in Zimbabwe and globally. It is also responsible for claiming the life of ANC Minister in the presidency, Jackson Mthembu as well.… Continue reading Late Minister SB Moyo conferred National Hero Status
COVID-19 claims the life of ANC Minister Jackson Mthembu
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreck havoc across the world, in South Africa it has claimed the life of the Minister in the presidency, Jackson Mthembu. In Zimbabwe just this week, we lost the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sibusiso Moyo to COVID-19. The South African president Cyril Ramaphosa informed the nationont he passing of… Continue reading COVID-19 claims the life of ANC Minister Jackson Mthembu
Fadzai Mahere tests positive for COVID-19 after Chikurubi Incarceration
Advocate Madzayi Mahere has just announced that she has tested positive for COVID-19 after spending 7 days locked up in Chukuribi. COVID-19 which has also claimed the life of Zimbabwe’s foreign affairs minister is proving troublesome to control. Advocate Mahere posted a statement(below) on her Facebook page; Despite having been in an “isolation cell”… Continue reading Fadzai Mahere tests positive for COVID-19 after Chikurubi Incarceration
Foreign Affairs Minister SB Moyo dies from Covid-19
Zimbabwean Foreign affairs Minister SB Moyo has succumbed to Covid-19 after testing positive 2 days ago, according to reports. The minister who has been unwell for a long time now was instrumental in the ouster of the late former president of Zimbabwe, RG Mugabe. The deadly Covid-19 virus is leaving a trail of destruction globally.… Continue reading Foreign Affairs Minister SB Moyo dies from Covid-19