INFORMATION, publicity and broadcasting services minister, Senator Monica Mutsvangwa has announced a phased reopening of schools with examination classes set for opening on March, 15 2021 while the rest of the classes will be resume on March 22, 2021. She said while addressing a post cabinet media briefing this evening. …More Details to Follow
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THE Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has warned laboratories offering COVID-19 testing services without approval from government to deist from doing so or face the wrath of the law. Staff Reporter In a statement, the health ministry said any result from an unauthorised laboratory shall be regarded as fake/illegal and shall be dealt with in line with the provisions of the Health Professions Act Chapter (27.19) part xviii section 99 subsection 1 and 2. “It has come to the attention of the Ministry Of Health and Child Care…
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ZIMBABWE President Emerson Mnangagwa has relaxed restrictions to the national lock-down. Here are the takeaways: Going forward, the following review is made # The wearing of face masks, temperature checks and use sanitizers remains mandatory # Curfew is adjusted from 10 PM to 5:30 in the morning # Supermarkets can now remain open up to 7 pm. # SMEs, FOOD markets can reopen # Schools must prepare to open and put in place measures which adhere to WHO protocols # Universities and College must also prepare to Open. Long distance…
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A new Malaria causing Mosquito variant that is usually found in India has been discovered in some cities in Africa and has the potential to be devastating, a top scientist has said. Staff Reporter Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the African Applied Chemical Dr Mthokozisi Sibanda told the ENCA that even though the impact of the new variant was yet to be felt, it was likely to give Africa some problems. We have not seen the impact as yet, we sill need more evidence. They do what they the Mosquito…
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NO COVID-19 death has been recorded in the country over the past 24 hours, making it the first time the country has gone for a day without recording a single COVID-19 death since beginning of the year. Staff Reporter According to the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) daily Situation Report, the country recorded 14 positive COVID-19 cases over the last 24 hours, making it the lowest daily cases recorded so far in the year. “14 New Cases and No Deaths reported in the last 24 hours. (7 day…
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MASVINGO – A bridge which links Ngomahuru Psychiatric Hospital from Bhati Business Centre along the Masvingo-Beitbridge Highway has collapsed and is impassable. SOURCE: Masvingo Mirror Govokwe bridge which is 800m from Ngomahuru collapsed on its left side this morning following recent heavy rains. The bridge is only passable on foot. Ngomahuru Sister-in-charge and spokesperson Morgan Manzunzu confirmed the matter to The Mirror. Manzunzu said the hospital is accessible from a road at Ngara Business Centre which is 12km from Bhati in the Beitbridge direction. The Govokwe Bridge road stretches for…
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PRESIDENT Emerson Mnangagwa has warned that those who refuse to get the vaccine voluntarily might in the future find it difficult to get employment opportunities and to board public transport in the near future. Staff Reporter Speaking during the launch of the irrigation scheme, President Mnangagwa said even though taking the vaccine was voluntary. “My cabinet and myself in the next two weeks when the next consignment comes, i will be vaccinated and you will be vaccinated tighter with my ministers. You are not forced to be vaccinated but time…
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THE Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has a SARS-C0V-2 Monitoring and Evaluation group for the national vaccination rollout processes. By Michael Gwarisa According to the ministry of health, the team is made up of members from various fields of expertise. There are currently over 15 vaccines at various stages of evaluation on the World Health Organisation (WHO) emergency use list. Zimbabwe has procured a SARS-CoV-2 attenuated/inactivated vaccine (Sinopharm) which is being deployed in combating the COVID-19 pandemic. “However, as we go along vaccinating our people of different categories…
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“After a year of disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with more than 80,700 Ghanaians getting infected with the virus and over 580 lost lives, the path to recovery for the people of Ghana can finally begin. “This is a momentous occasion, as the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccines into Ghana is critical in bringing the pandemic to an end. The only way out of this crisis is to ensure that vaccinations are available for all. We thank all partners that are supporting the COVAX Facility to deliver safe and…
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MINISTRY of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) Director epidemiology, Dr Portia Manangazira who is facing charges of fraud and abuse of office is believed to have hired 28 relatives including her father to conduct COVID-19 awareness campaigns. Her relatives would benefit from US$796,675.00 and fuel that she is accused of misappropriating. Dr Mangazira who was appearing in court today has also been denied bail. SOURCE: ZimLive
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