Tag: Advertising

MCAZ Warns Against Unapproved Advertisement of Medicines

Michael Gwarisa

By Staff Reporter The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has raised alarm over the increasing trend of unapproved medicine advertisements, particularly on social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and X (formerly Twitter). The authority has noted that celebrities and social media influencers are among those promoting these medicines, including herbal and complementary products, without the required authorization. MCAZ Director-General Mr. Richard T. Rukwata emphasized the legal and health implications of such advertisements, stating, “The unauthorized promotion of medicines poses a significant risk to public health, as it can…

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Zimbabwe Moves to Lift Ban On Advertising Medical and Health Services

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa The Minister of Finance , Professor Mthuli Ncube has proposed an amendment to the law barring medical practitioners and health services from advertising. Current legislation in Zimbabwe does not allow Health Practitioners and Medical Institutions to advertise services as such practices are deemed unethical Presenting the 2025 National Budget, Professor Ncube said such a law was hindering uptake of Health services due to lack of public awareness. In order to promote access to local specialist medical services and related value chains for pre and post medical attention,…

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