Zimbabwe is facing a worsening public health crisis after 423 malaria-related deaths and more than 154,000 infections were recorded in 2025, with experts warning that climate change is accelerating the spread of the disease into previously low-risk areas. Health advocates say the surge, confirmed by the Community Working Group on Health (CWGH), threatens to reverse years of progress in malaria control, particularly in vulnerable rural communities.

CHINHOYI — A severe malaria outbreak in Mashonaland West Province has claimed 20 lives and infected over 5,087 people since the start of the year. According to the latest provincial health situation report, the outbreak has now spread across all seven districts, even as the traditional rainy season begins to taper off.