Govt expands cancer care, targets free treatment
The commitment came after senators raised concern over the high cost of cancer treatment and limited access for patients in remote areas who struggle to pay for medical care.
By LESLEY KUFANDADA
10h ago
Mpilo hospital gets radiotherapy machines
The Health and Child Care ministry said the arrival of the advanced machines demonstrates commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to life-saving cancer treatment.
By MUSA MAKINA
Jun. 12, 2026
Youth group demands answers on procurement of cancer treatment machines
The equipment, valued at US$27 million, was funded through revenue generated from the sugar tax and is expected to significantly enhance cancer treatment services in the country.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 12, 2026
Mpilo begins installing new cancer treatment machine
Mpilo Hospital chief biomedical equipment officer Vulindlela Dube said engineers were working on the lower-energy linear accelerator.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jun. 8, 2026
New Mpilo cancer machines arrive
Vulindlela Dube, the chief biomedical equipment officer, said the entire installation and quality control process will take approximately three months.
By Patricia Sibanda
Jun. 7, 2026
Soccer star’s collapse raises alarm
He was immediately rushed to Mpilo Hospital, where he received treatment before being discharged later the same day.
By JEFFREY MUVUNDISI
Jun. 5, 2026
Free surgeries bring new hope in Matabeleland South
“The programme is aimed at raising awareness of CURE hospital activities in the community and also screening for children who have conditions treatable at the hospital,” Muza said.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jun. 5, 2026
NAC-backed mobile clinics rescue vulnerable Bulawayo patients
Acting on the advice, Chipepera visited the mobile clinic when it next arrived in ward 6 — a decision she says changed her husband’s condition significantly.
By Evans Mathanda
Jun. 3, 2026
‘Fearless to the end’: Ndlovu’s fight for truth remembered
Ibhetshu LikaZulu conducted a memorial for Ndlovu, who was its board member, on Monday to remember his good works.
By Nizbert Moyo
May. 27, 2026
