Put children at centre of climate investments: Unicef

The UN agency also called for programmes to strengthen the resilience of households to deal with climate-related emergencies.

Villagers warned against paying for food delivery

The warning came following complaints by some villagers in rural parts of Zimbabwe who indicated that they were being ordered to pay transport
By Silas Nkala 14h ago

Village Rhapsody: The impact of climate change on Zimbabwe’s water resources 

Zimbabwe has experienced increased variability in precipitation, leading to more frequent and intense droughts followed by heavy rainfall events.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Apr. 28, 2024

Cholera hits over 30% of children

Unicef said cholera cases surged in Mashonaland Central, Mashonaland West and Harare provinces during the Easter holiday with population mobility posing a risk of increased cases.
By Gracious Daniel Apr. 23, 2024

2 million children risk malnutrition: Unicef

Focusing on the most vulnerable districts in Zimbabwe, Unicef is targeting to assist at least two million children at risk of contracting preventable diseases and malnutrition.
By Gracious Daniel Apr. 3, 2024

‘45m children at high risk of climate change-induced diseases’

Unicef regional director for eastern and southern Africa, Eva Kadilli, said the climate change crisis is a real threat to children through disease outbreaks and malnutrition.
By Gracious Daniel Mar. 27, 2024

Zim surpasses 4 million target during polio vaccination using the novel oral polio vaccine type

WHO has played a crucial role in supporting Zimbabwe's response to the recent polio outbreak, including conducting the nationwide vaccination campaign.
By Amh Voices Mar. 15, 2024

Outreach a boon for the sick in Mat South

Under the programme, villagers access maternal health, sexual reproductive health, vaccination and mobile X-ray services.
By Sharon Sibindi Mar. 10, 2024

Arts key to promoting positive view of disability: Unicef

Oyewale said Unicef was committed to working with young people to amplify their voices and support them in influencing decisions and policies.
By Sharon Zebra Feb. 23, 2024