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Armed forces and HIV infections

Soldiers are often viewed as the embodiment of strength, discipline, and resilience. They endure grueling training, withstand physical hardship, and face battlefields where survival hangs by a thread. But despite this image of invincibilit…

Published: 4 hrs ago | 178 | by Staff reporter

Advanced HIV threatens Zimbabwe's progress

Zimbabwe's progress toward ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 could be undermined by the growing burden of Advanced HIV Disease (AHD), health experts have warned.AHD refers to the late stage of HIV infection, where the immune sy…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:50hrs | 99 | by Staff reporter

Funding cuts threaten decades of HIV progress in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe's hard-won gains in HIV care are under serious threat as funding cuts from the U.S. and other donor nations disrupt critical treatment and support services. Community advocates, including Angela Jambo, who has spent over 20 years …

Published: 03 Sep 2025 at 08:45hrs | 173 | by Staff reporter

Holiday lessons and HIV Infection among teens

There was a time when school holidays meant a complete break from classes, with children travelling to visit relatives, reconnecting with grandparents, and learning values through traditional family life. Parents, uncles, aunts, and commun…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 15:29hrs | 542 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa urged to open HIV centre in South Africa

Zimbabwean civic organisation Humane Human Rights has appealed to President Emmerson Mnangagwa to urgently establish an emergency HIV treatment centre at the Zimbabwean embassy in South Africa, as violent vigilante groups intensify xenopho…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 10:27hrs | 171 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe launches T-Cell HIV vaccine trial

Zimbabwe has taken a historic step in the global fight against HIV with the launch of a groundbreaking vaccine trial led by local and regional scientists. The Mutala Trustâ€™s Infectious Disease Research Laboratory has become the epicentre…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 09:48hrs | 346 | by Staff reporter

Wilful HIV transmission criminalisation challenged

A Harare woman charged with the deliberate transmission of HIV has approached the High Court seeking a review of her case, arguing that her continued prosecution violates her constitutional rights, as the law under which she is being charg…

Published: 17 Jul 2025 at 08:42hrs | 232 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe steps up fight against HIV stigma

Zimbabwe is intensifying efforts to tackle HIV-related stigma following alarming new data indicating a rise in the number of people facing discrimination because of their HIV status.The renewed call to action was made during a media breakf…

Published: 27 Jun 2025 at 09:21hrs | 81 | by Staff reporter

Suspended HIV services resume and vaginal ring returns

After months of uncertainty and suspended services, HIV prevention efforts in Masvingo have received a major boost with the resumption of long-acting injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring. The reintrodu…

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 12:36hrs | 1124 | by Staff reporter

Chief blames rising HIV cases on marital infidelity

Traditional leader Chief Ndanga, born Wilson Makono, has expressed deep concern over the alarming rise in HIV infections in Zaka District, particularly in the Ndanga area, attributing the trend to growing infidelity among married couples a…

Published: 22 Jun 2025 at 10:56hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe needs US$15m for contraceptives annually

The Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council (ZNFPC) has enlisted the support of two key parliamentary portfolio committees in a renewed push for timely and adequate disbursement of funds for contraceptives and related reproductive health…

Published: 20 Jun 2025 at 17:42hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter

University of Zimbabwe drives research for HIV cure

The University of Zimbabwe Clinical Trials Research Centre (UZ-CTRC) is intensifying its efforts to find a cure for HIV, as Zimbabwe works towards its ambitious goal of eliminating HIV as a public health threat by 2030.Renowned for its lea…

Published: 20 Jun 2025 at 07:38hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe records rise in HIV/Aids deaths

Zimbabwe has seen a rise in HIV/AIDS-related deaths during the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, raising concerns among lawmakers that reductions in foreign aid to critical health programmes are beginning to take a …

Published: 20 Jun 2025 at 06:19hrs | 723 | by Staff reporter

Zvishavane emerges as Midlands HIV hotspot

 Zvishavane district has emerged as the new epicentre of HIV in the Midlands Province, recording the highest number of new infections and the highest HIV prevalence rate, according to recent statistics released by the National Aids Co…

Published: 20 Jun 2025 at 06:16hrs | 247 | by Staff reporter

Midlands grapples high rates of mother-to-child HIV transmission

The Midlands Province continues to record higher-than-average cases of HIV transmission from mothers to their babies, despite extensive national efforts to eliminate new pediatric infections, officials have revealed.Speaking at a recent me…

Published: 13 Jun 2025 at 06:23hrs | 185 | by Staff reporter

US denies Trump aid cuts are affecting Zimbabwe's HIV treatment

The United States government has rejected allegations that its recent aid reductions are jeopardising Zimbabwe's access to Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and other essential humanitarian and health programmes. This follows growing fears that…

Published: 10 Jun 2025 at 08:39hrs | 180 | by Staff reporter

Lifeline for Zimbabweans living with HIV, kidney disease

People living with HIV in Zimbabwe are increasingly facing a deadly paradox. Antiretroviral therapy (ART), which has been instrumental in extending lives and suppressing HIV, is also contributing to a rising tide of kidney damage among lon…

Published: 09 Jun 2025 at 17:35hrs | 642 | by Staff reporter

Toxic sexual relationships fuel HIV infection

IN contemporary society, the dynamics of marriage have evolved to a point where the true essence of partnership seems threatened.It is often possible to identify a married couple - even strangers - simply by their demeanour; a lack of conv…

Published: 01 Jun 2025 at 14:55hrs | 314 | by Piason Maringwa

Midlands make strides in HIV/AIDS fight

The fight against HIV/AIDS in Midlands Province has seen remarkable progress, according to Provincial Affairs Minister Owen Ncube, who spoke during the recent Midlands Chiefs' HIV and AIDS sensitization meeting.In his keynote address, Mini…

Published: 01 Jun 2025 at 14:54hrs | 89 | by Staff reporter

Matebeleland tops HIV prevalence in Zimbabwe?

Matebeleland North Province has been identified as having the second-highest HIV prevalence rate in Zimbabwe at 14.4 percent, trailing only behind Matebeleland South, which leads with 17.3 percent. The national average stands at 11.7 perce…

Published: 29 May 2025 at 10:16hrs | 155 | by Staff reporter

Media fraternity key in HIV and AIDS prevention efforts

The media fraternity has been spotlighted as a vital partner in Zimbabwe's ongoing fight against HIV and AIDS, with its influential role in spreading awareness and shaping public attitudes.National AIDS Council (NAC) Provincial Manager for…

Published: 20 May 2025 at 09:58hrs | 46 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe emerges as hotspot for scalable fintech solutions

Zimbabwe is rapidly positioning itself as a fertile ground for scalable Financial Technology (fintech) innovations, with leading local financial institutions at the forefront of this transformation. By harnessing advanced technology, these…

Published: 15 May 2025 at 09:23hrs | 577 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe steps up domestic HIV/Aids funding drive

The Government of Zimbabwe is intensifying efforts to mobilize domestic resources to sustain HIV and AIDS prevention programs following significant cuts in international funding, Health and Child Care Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora has di…

Published: 15 May 2025 at 09:22hrs | 92 | by Staff reporter

Guard fired for being HIV positive

A Bulawayo widow has been left humiliated and jobless after Seasec Security Company allegedly forced her to prove she was HIV positive before firing her for attending a routine medical review.The 40-year-old woman, who resides in Entumbane…

Published: 10 May 2025 at 16:08hrs | 486 | by Staff reporter

HIV patients pay hidden fees as ARV shortage deepens in Zimbabwe

A growing crisis is unfolding in Zimbabwe as some nurses at public clinics in Harare are reportedly charging people living with HIV illicit fees for access to lifesaving antiretroviral (ARV) medication, amid a worsening shortage of the dru…

Published: 01 May 2025 at 12:11hrs | 735 | by Staff reporter

Annual jab for HIV protection passes trial hurdle

An annual injection designed to guard against Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) has completed an important early safety trial, researchers report in The Lancet medical journal.Lenacapavir stops the virus from replicating inside cells.If f…

Published: 12 Mar 2025 at 10:27hrs | 833 | by Staff reporter

HIV status not a reason for lighter sentences in Zimbabwe

The High Court has ruled that convicted criminals cannot use their HIV status as grounds for lighter sentences, citing advancements in modern treatment that have made the condition manageable.Justices Munamato Mutevedzi and Naison Chivayo …

Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 15:16hrs | 172 | by Staff reporter

Merry Chiwenga-Mubayiwa: A spot-on definition of Gender-Based Violence

The physical pain that Merry is going through is not possible to share. However emotional torture is possible and empathize genuinely with Merry Chiwenga. She is going through a physical and mental torture, and to imagine that it is meted …

Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 13:45hrs | 399 | by Nomazulu Thata

Global interventions to end HIV and AIDS: A call for sustained action

As the world marks over four decades since the emergence of HIV and AIDS, the global response has evolved from fear and stigma to hope and determination. Through innovative interventions, robust funding mechanisms, and scientific breakthro…

Published: 03 Dec 2024 at 14:25hrs | 365 | by Marilyn Mutize

Zimbabwe govt decries resurgent new HIV infections

Zimbabwe recorded 15,400 new HIV infections in 2023, with over 9,000 cases among women, underscoring the disproportionate impact of the pandemic on women and girls. Health and Child Care Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora revealed these stati…

Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:17hrs | 279 | by Staff reporter

HIV patients limited to one-week ARV supplies amid shortages

Health facilities in Matabeleland are grappling with severe shortages of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs), forcing healthcare providers to reduce the amount of medication dispensed to HIV patients.A report by the Thematic Committee on HIV and A…

Published: 27 Nov 2024 at 12:05hrs | 650 | by Staff reporter

Artisanal miners fingered in Gwanda's rising HIV stats

Gwanda district has emerged as the area with the highest number of HIV cases in Matabeleland South, with the infection's spread largely attributed to the activities of artisanal miners, according to the National Aids Council (NAC).This was…

Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:44hrs | 501 | by Staff reporter

Man assaulted over HIV rumours

Five villagers from Ensangu village in Matabeleland South have been sentenced for assaulting a neighbor, whom they accused of spreading false rumors about the HIV status of one of them. The incident highlights ongoing social tensions in th…

Published: 26 Sep 2024 at 13:35hrs | 297 | by Staff reporter

HIV and AIDS remain the leading causes of death in Zimbabwe

HIV and AIDS remain the leading causes of death in Zimbabwe, accounting for over 25% of all fatalities.Speaking at the 15th Annual Conference of the Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe (AHFoZ) in Victoria Falls, Mr. Tonderai Kadz…

Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 12:35hrs | 811 | by Staff reporter

HIV+ Zanu-PF MP up for raping ex-wife at gunpoint

Tsungai Makumbe, a Zanu-PF legislator for Mazowe North, has appeared in court on charges of raping his ex-wife, impregnating her, and infecting her with HIV. Makumbe, who was brought before Magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa on Tuesday, has been …

Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 08:01hrs | 1187 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo is not an HIV city

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has refuted claims circulating in the media and on social platforms that 90% of women aged 16 to 50 years tested for HIV in June 2024 were found positive. The reports falsely suggested that 2,641 out of 2,98…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 08:17hrs | 343 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo refutes 90% HIV positivity report

THE Bulawayo City Council has refuted media reports claiming that 90 percent of women aged between 16 and 50 that tested for HIV in Bulawayo in June came out positive and that there is a 71.7 percent positivity rate among women.In a statem…

Published: 15 Aug 2024 at 12:49hrs | 478 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe hunts for 100 000 HIV positive people running away from treatment

The National Aids Council (NAC) in Zimbabwe is urgently searching for approximately 100,000 individuals who are HIV positive but not receiving antiretroviral treatment (ARVs). Despite 10.6% of the population living with HIV, most are on tr…

Published: 07 Aug 2024 at 17:17hrs | 1088 | by Staff reporter

Apostolic sect embraces AIDS commemorations

Mashonaland Central provincial chairperson for Apostolic church (Vapositori for ED) Biggie Musanzika (Madzibaba Jonah ) led his congregants to the belated World AIDS commemorations in Muzarabani on Thursday.Scores of Apostolic church membe…

Published: 04 Jul 2024 at 19:58hrs | 15 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Muzarabani

HIV-positive man rapes daughter, jailed 20 years

A HARARE magistrate yesterday sentenced a Greendale man to an effective 20 years in jail for sexually abusing his 18-year-old daughter well knowing that he was HIV positive.Magistrate Donald Ndirowei convicted the man after prosecutor Sham…

Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 06:46hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Highway to Harare project spikes HIV cases

The construction of the Harare-Chirundu highway has led to an increase in HIV infections, as sex workers are targeting men working on the project. Davison Mambudzi, a Mashonaland West NAC official, highlighted this trend, noting that where…

Published: 10 Jun 2024 at 09:43hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe introduces injectable HIV drug

ZIMBABWE has introduced Cabotegravir long-acting (CAB-LA), an injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis drug, to add to the HIV prevention regime in the country.The drug, an ARV designed to suppress any infection as it occurs, is for HIV-negativ…

Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 08:35hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe HIV prevention and accountability report launched

The National Coalition on HIV Prevention recently launched an HIV Prevention and Accountability Report for 2023.The report, launched in Harare, captures the perspectives of communities and civil society organisations (CSOs) on the implemen…

Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 10:32hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's Anti-Retroviral Therapy coverage stands at 99%

AN international HIV and Aids organisation based in the United Kingdom has commended Zimbabwe for approving two new HIV prevention products within six months before any other African nation.The country, which has an HIV prevalence of 11,8 …

Published: 11 Jan 2024 at 05:14hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe achieves milestone in HIV/AIDS Fight, recognized among top performers in Africa

Zimbabwe has emerged as one of the leading nations in Africa making significant progress in the battle against HIV/AIDS, surpassing the 95-95-95 targets set by UNAIDS well ahead of schedule. The commendable achievement places Zimbabwe amon…

Published: 10 Dec 2023 at 09:49hrs | 33 | by Staff Reporter

US$172 million Gwanda solar project to go on

INTRATEK Zimbabwe, a company owned by businessman Mr Wicknell Chivayo is expected to commence the implementation of the 100 megawatts Gwanda Solar Project after the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) agai…

Published: 03 Dec 2023 at 10:35hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Bulilima, Tsholotsho dominate Zimbabwe HIV infections

BULILIMA and Tsholotsho districts in Matebeleland North Province have been identified as the leading hotspots in HIV infections in the country with calls for strengthening community engagements and use of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) as…

Published: 03 Dec 2023 at 10:35hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

World AIDS Day: CIASA says climate change creates breeding ground for infectious diseases

The Citizens In Action Southern Africa has lamented that the climate change that has resulted in droughts and floods, disrupting agricultural production, leading to food insecurity and malnutrition coupled with limited access to clean wate…

Published: 01 Dec 2023 at 17:42hrs | 18 | by Stephen Jakes

Outward migration fuelling HIV in Matebeleland North

Matebeleland North is witnessing a surge in HIV incidence rates, a challenge exacerbated by factors such as outward migration, according to the National Aids Council (Nac). During a press briefing on a province-wide tour ahead of World Aid…

Published: 28 Nov 2023 at 05:13hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Apostolic sect leader bashes wife over HIV status

A woman in Harare experienced a miscarriage after being physically assaulted by her husband, who is a leader in an apostolic sect, upon learning that she had not disclosed her HIV status to him. This information came to light during procee…

Published: 27 Oct 2023 at 06:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

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