Category: #COVID19

Catastrophic 3rd Wave Beckons In Zimbabwe As Complacency Kicks In, Expert Warns Of COVID-19 Armageddon

Michael Gwarisa

ZIMBABWE’S COVID-19 situation could get ugly in the not so distant future amidst indications of an increased daily positivity rate which may signal the arrival of a third wave which is likely to be deadlier and lethal owing to the emergence of new variants. By Michael Gwarisa The rise in new infections in Zimbabwe also follows the relaxation of the lockdown regulations from level four to an unspecified lower level which has seen daily activities and gatherings returning to normal as citizens try to fend for their families as well…

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We Are Happy With Sinopharm Vaccine Uptake Says Chinese Ambassador To Zim…Maintains Vaccine Is Safe, Even Pregnant Women Can Take It

Michael Gwarisa

THE Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Mr Guo Shaochun says the uptake of the Sinopharm Vaccine in Zimbabwe was impressive and with more support, Zimbabwe could defeat the coronavirus menace early. By Michael Gwarisa His response comes hot on the heels of recent reports that the vaccine was getting low uptake even amongst front-line health workers who were initially targeted during the first phase of the vaccination program. To date, more than 35,000 Zimbabweans have been vaccinated  from the 200,000 doses Zimbabwe received from China in February. Responding to questions during…

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UN Salutes Women Frontline Health Workers In COVID-19 Fight

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THE United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator, Ms Maria Riberio has saluted female frontline health workers for doing a great job in response to COVID-19 pandemic. By Patricia Mashiri This year’s International Women’s day celebration comes in the midst of a global Coronavirus global pandemic and is being celebrated under the  theme “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world’’ Ms Riberio said that the UN pays tribute to the women and girls that have sacrificed in the fight against COVID- 19 in so many ways. The UN…

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International Women’s Day: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world Message from the Zimbabwe Spotlight Initiative to eliminate violence against women and girls 8 March 2020

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THE COVID-19 pandemic has cast a dim light on the progress made in achieving gender equality by 2030 in Zimbabwe as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. A little over one year since the pandemic struck, a myriad of studies and surveys have reported  exacerbation of gender inequalities as women and girls continue to bear the brunt of unpaid labour, while being disproportionately at risk of violence compared to their male counterparts.  The pandemic is indeed not only a health crisis but also a social one. The COVID-19…

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#JUSTIN: Blood Stocks Gradually Improve

Michael Gwarisa
Epharaim Mubayi

Blood bank pins hopes on schools reopening THE  situation at the blood bank is gradually returning to normal amidst indications that at least four National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ) branches are currently running at five days stock levels which is the normal levels for a healthy blood bank . By Michael Gwarisa The development comes at the back of a national call that was made by the the blood bank last month for donors to come forward and donate blood amidst indications that the blood stocks levels were sitting on…

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Epione.net’s Mobile & Web-based APP To Help World Re-open Safely In The Midst Of COVID-19

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EPIONE.NEt, an organization run by a team of four young Africans has developed ReOpen, an application which allows organisations to conduct digital screenings for their employees, guests and customers as the world gradually eases Covid-19 induced restrictions. Staff Reporter An in interview with a local publication, epione.net Chief Executive Officer Garikai Govati said the application was a game changer would go a long in reducing infections. We  created a new product suite – ReOpen. Here we have enhanced our healthtech solution to allow any organisation in any industry in private…

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#JUSTIN: Schools Reopening Dates Announced, All Classes To Resume On March 22

Michael Gwarisa

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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Health Ministry Reads Riot Act To Unauthorized Covid-19 Testing Centres

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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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#JUSTIN: Mnangagwa Relaxes Lockdown

Michael Gwarisa

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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Long Distance Exposes Bikita School Girls To Sugar Daddies And Unintended Pregnancies

Michael Gwarisa

HAZEL Tarungamiswa (17), a form 3 student at Rupare High School in Bikita walks 18 Kilometers to and from her village every day to attend school. By Michael Gwarisa in Bikita Every morning, she has to clean the plates and sweep the yard amongst other household chores before leaving for school. This has however resulted in her arriving late at school some days. To avoid getting late at school and getting caned for doings so, most girls end up catching free rides from strangers, in the process exposing themselves to…

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