Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora says the proposed National Health Fund Bill will allow all Zimbabweans to access free treatment at government hospitals, funded through taxes on cigarettes and alcohol.

The debate surrounding Zimbabwe's Medical Services Amendment Bill has reached a critical juncture. Unfortunately, the discussion is increasingly defined by corporate friction, regulatory disputes, and competing commercial interests rather than a shared vision for improving healthcare outcomes.

HARARE, Zimbabwe – The Zimbabwean government has approved the recruitment of 8,785 new health workers in 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen the country's public healthcare system, improve service delivery, and address staffing shortages across health institutions.