Tag: Dag Sundelin

Zimbabwe Launches Phase Two of “Strength is in You” Campaign to Combat Drug Abuse

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa  Zimbabwe has officially launched Phase Two of the national “Strength is in You” campaign, a comprehensive effort to tackle the persistent challenge of drug and substance abuse. The campaign, implemented by Population Solutions for Health with strong backing from the Embassy of Sweden, aims to empower youth, caregivers, and communities to resist and recover from addiction. Deputy Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social, Mercy Dinha opened the event by emphasizing the seriousness of the drug abuse crisis in Zimbabwe. It is both an honor and a…

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Sweden Reaffirms Commitment to SRHR and Drug Abuse Programs in Zimbabwe Amid Global Geopolitical Priorities

Michael Gwarisa

By Kuda Pembere Despite being heavily engaged in the geopolitical conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Sweden says it remains steadfast in supporting Zimbabwe’s sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) initiatives, as well as drug and substance abuse programs. This assurance was given by the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Sweden to Zimbabwe, Dag Sundelin, during an interview with the press on the sidelines of National Sweden Day last week. “We haven’t changed at all when it comes to our priorities on SRHR. So, it’s still gender…

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