A reform that could hurt more than heal
If Zimbabwe is serious about universal healthcare access, it cannot simultaneously remove one of the few mechanisms currently keeping treatment within reach for ordinary citizens.
By Newsday
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The Doctor’s Bill — Why ZiMA’s submission on medical aid reform deserves second opinion
ZiMA's paper is a lobbying document from an organisation whose members — independent doctors — stand to gain directly and materially from the regulation it advocates.
By JULIAS DUMA
10h ago
Medical aid shake-up triggers alarm
They warned that dismantling the current model without a viable affordable alternative can push thousands of Zimbabweans out of medical aid coverage.
By Kenneth Nyangani
May. 8, 2026
Court throws out bid to block convicted regulator
He appealed both the conviction and sentence.
By Desmond Chingarande
May. 8, 2026
Harare court clears MDPCZ leaders of abuse of office
In her ruling, magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa said the pair acted in line with a board resolution and in good faith.
By Desmond Chingarande
May. 5, 2026
Misguided prescrption on medical aid societies
At a time when public health services remain under strain and private care is often beyond the reach of ordinary citizens, medical aid societies have stepped in to bridge a critical gap.
By Gloria ndoro-mkombachoto
May. 2, 2026
First Mutual backs Musabvunda half marathon
The insurer, through its First Care Health Medical division, has come on board as title sponsor for the 2026 edition.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere
Apr. 27, 2026
Zim moves into cannabis pharma production
Chagonda said the company sourced biomass from licensed local farmers, allowing wider participation in the sector while maintaining strict compliance standards.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 22, 2026
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When medical aid becomes the gatekeeper: Why Zim must reform for fair access to healthcare
By limiting network participation, medical aid societies create artificial scarcity, excluding capable practitioners while concentrating patient flows among a select few.
By Johannes Marisa
Apr. 17, 2026
