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The Ministry of Health and Child Care is committed to:

Making health services more responsive to the needs of individuals,families,and communities.
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The Ministry of Health and Child Welfare is committed to:

Making health services more responsive to the needs of individuals,families,and communities. Improving quality of all health care services in health institutions.

02/06/2026

The Ministry of Health and Child Care is currently conducting the second round of Zimbabwe's polio vaccination campaign, running from June 2 to June 5, 2026.

Parents and guardians of children under five in Harare, Bulawayo, and any of the 20 high-risk border districts are encouraged to welcome vaccination teams into their homes or visit their nearest healthcare facility to ensure all eligible children receive the oral polio vaccine

Targeted Districts:

Bulawayo Metropolitan: Emakandeni, Northern Suburbs and Nkulumane

Harare Metropolitan: Harare City, Chitungwiza, Epworth and Ruwa

Manicaland: Mutare, Mutasa, Chimanimani and Chipinge

Mashonaland Central: Mbire, Mt. Darwin, Centenary and Rushinga

Mashonaland East: Mudzi

Mashonaland West: Kariba and Hurungwe

Masvingo: Chiredzi

Matabeleland North: Binga, Hwange and Tsholotsho

Matabeleland South: Bulilima, Mangwe, Matobo and Gwanda

01/06/2026

The Minister of Health and Child Care, Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora today, 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.

30/05/2026

In a significant stride towards modernising the national health sector, Zimbabwe has officially launched neuromodulation services, introducing specialised brain stimulation procedures to the country. This medical breakthrough stands as a testament to the powerful collaboration between Zimbabwean healthcare professionals and Chinese medical experts, working together to elevate clinical excellence.

29/05/2026

The Minister of Health and Child Care, 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.

28/05/2026

The Minister of Health and Child Care Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, today, 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.

22/05/2026

On the sidelines of the in Geneva, Switzerland, the Minister of Health and Child Care, 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.

21/05/2026

Minister of Health and Child Care, Hon. Dr. Douglas Mombeshora, is currently attending the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland. This Wednesday, he chaired the African Ministers of Health meeting on the Common African Position on HIV and AIDS. The session focused on strengthening Africa’s collective response toward ending HIV and AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Key topics included sustainable financing, the integration of HIV services into broader health systems, community leadership, and equitable access to treatment and prevention services.
During the meeting, Member States reaffirmed the importance of strong political commitment in sustaining a robust, multisectoral HIV response across the health, finance, education, justice and social protection sectors.

15/05/2026

Secretary for Health and Child Care, Dr A.J.V. Maunganidze, is in Geneva where he is chairing the WHO’s Executive Board Committee of Programme Budget and Administration Committee from 12 to 15 May 2026. This meeting is held in advance of the World Health Assembly set to kick off on 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 resource 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.

13/05/2026

Since opening its doors in May 2021 in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Care, 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

11/05/2026

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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Monday	07:45 - 16:00
Tuesday	07:45 - 16:00
Wednesday	07:45 - 16:45
Thursday	07:45 - 16:45
Friday	07:45 - 16:00

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http://www.mohcc.gov.zw/

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