The Ministry of Health and Child Care has reported a significant increase in common diarrhea cases across Zimbabwe. In a recent statement, the ministry revealed that during the week ending September 15, 2024, there were 8,482 cases recorded, alongside nine reported deaths from various hospitals.
The fatalities included four at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital, one at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare, one at Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo, one in Mwenezi District in Masvingo, and two in **Nyanga District in Manicaland. Alarmingly, 4,235 of the reported cases involved children under the age of five, underscoring the vulnerability of this demographic.
The report indicated that Mashonaland West and Manicaland provinces reported the highest case numbers, with 1,230 and 1,172 cases, respectively. Cumulatively, the country has seen 257,601 cases and 136 deaths due to common diarrhea. Comparatively, the previous week had seen a slightly lower toll, with 7,933 cases and ten deaths recorded. The deaths in that week were reported from several hospitals, including Sally Mugabe Central Hospital and various institutions in Bulawayo and Masvingo.
The ministry’s alarming figures highlight the urgent need for public health interventions to combat this rising health crisis, particularly among young children who are at greater risk. Health officials are likely to intensify awareness campaigns and improve access to clean water and sanitation to mitigate the ongoing outbreak.
In other news – Promoter Gregory Wings cleared of charges amid ongoing legal troubles for former partner
Promoter Gregory Wings has made headlines after all charges related to the failed Burna Boy concert were dropped, while his former business partner, Sedote Nwachukwu, reportedly faces legal repercussions. Nwachukwu, responsible for organizing the concert scheduled for September 23 last year, was accused of defrauding a prominent entertainment company out of R10 million.
Speaking to a local paper Wings expressed relief at being vindicated but noted that his sense of justice remains unfulfilled. “Being vindicated is important. However, my sense of justice is incomplete. I will find true satisfaction only when those who robbed me of my money, had me falsely arrested and tried to ruin my reputation are held accountable,” he stated. Wings emphasized the importance of ensuring that the real criminals face consequences for their actions. Read More
