Medical aid uptake at risk as reforms threaten access to affordable care
ZIMBABWE could see a decline in medical aid uptake if proposed regulatory changes weaken the role of fund-owned healthcare facilities
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 29, 2026
Stakeholders warn of fallout from medical aid reforms, flag discrimination concerns
“Access will shrink as members lose facilities offering care at lower prices,” she said. “It also weakens medical aids’ bargaining power on behalf of contributors.”
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 29, 2026
Zim medical funds fight clinics sell-off
Last week, a shadowy Zanu PF affiliate group called the Pharmacists and Allied Professionals 4ED confirmed that a group of individuals were ready to run the medical-aid run facilities.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Apr. 19, 2026
Medical aid sector urges swift regulatory law
The proposed Bill seeks to establish a dedicated statutory body to regulate medical aid societies, address weak regulatory frameworks and enhance protection for beneficiaries.
By Vanessa Gonye
Apr. 1, 2026
AHFoZ backs medical aid society regulation
Sanyanga said the facilities were playing an important role in the health sector by providing healthcare services and easing pressure on the country’s health delivery system.
By Vanessa Gonye
Mar. 11, 2026
Aid is a crutch, not a cure and Zim must take action
THE sudden withdrawal of United States aid has exposed a harsh reality: Zimbabwe’s health sector stands on the brink of collapse.
By Newsday
Sep. 10, 2025
Adapt to aid cut effects: AHFoZ
She was speaking during the just-ended AHFoZ annual stakeholders meeting in Victoria Falls.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 6, 2025
Health minister sends SOS to private sector
HEALTH and Child Care minister Douglas Mombeshora has called for more collaboration between the government and private players to save the ailing public health sector.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 5, 2025
‘ZWG has brought stability to medical aid contributions’
AHFoZ member societies are now able to plan realistic benefit packages for their members who are on local currency packages.
By Vanessa Gonye
Jul. 3, 2024
