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Transforming Healthcare Financing in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is taking bold steps to enhance its healthcare financing systems through the National Health Financing Dialogue, which was held in Harare. The dialogue, running under the theme “More Health for the Money and More Money for Health,” is fostering critical discussions on sustainable healthcare investment in the country.Prominent stakeholders, including the Health Service Commission […]

Nurses, Midwives graduate at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital

154 dedicated healthcare professionals, including 94 General Nurses, 9 Operating Theatre Nurses, 12 Intensive Care Nurses, and 39 Midwives graduated recently from Sally Mugabe Central Hospital. The newly qualified health workers bring fresh skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to Zimbabwe’s healthcare sector, promising to make a meaningful impact across health institutions nationwide. The event was graced […]

Zimbabwe hosts SADC Malaria Day

The Vice President of the Republic of Zimbabwe Honourable General (Rtd) Dr Constantino D. G. N. Chiwenga launched the ‘Zero Malaria Starts with Me,’ Campaign during the SADC Malaria Day commemorations in Murehwa.The SADC Ministers of Health and various government officials including the Health Service Commission Deputy Chairperson Dr Rugare Abigail Kangwende, Commissioner Mercy Gwaunza, […]

Gweru Provincial Hospital Celebrates Excellence at 5S Kaizen Quality Awareness Day

Gweru Provincial Hospital hosted its highly anticipated 5S Kaizen Quality Awareness Day, an event dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the healthcare facility. The event was honoured by the presence of Dr. Rugare Abigail Kangwende, the Deputy Chairperson of the Health Service Commission, who served as the esteemed guest of […]

A Celebration of Wellness and Unity: HSC Shines at the Inter-Ministerial Sports Festival

The Health Service Commission (HSC) participated in the just-ended Inter-Ministerial Sports Festival at Mkoba Teacher’s College in Gweru. The annual Inter-Ministerial Sports Festival transcends the realm of mere athletic competition, establishing itself as an illustrious celebration of health, wellbeing and solidarity within Zimbabwe’s public service sector. This year’s iteration of the festival pulsated with the […]

Dr Hungwe Urges Public Entities to Follow Proper Procurement and Governance Procedures

Health Service Commission (HSC) Chairperson Dr. Vincent Hungwe has called on public entities to adhere strictly to established public procurement and corporate governance protocols to enhance the management of state funds. Dr. Hungwe made these remarks in his keynote address as the guest of honour at the Public Procurement and Corporate Governance Conference in Bulawayo. […]

Health Sector Job evaluation at an advanced stage

The Health Service Commission (HSC) has made significant progress in its Job Evaluation Exercise for Zimbabwe’s Public Health Sector, launched in July 2024. With support from MBB Consultancy, the exercise has moved through key stages, including Job evaluation awareness, Role Clarification and Job Description drafting. Currently, the exercise is in the Job Description Validation phase, […]

Zimbabwe launches Health Workforce Strategy, signs Health Workforce Compact

The Government of Zimbabwe has launched the Health Workforce Strategy (2023-2030) to transform the country’s human resources for health capacity to ensure the highest quality of life for all Zimbabweans by 2030. This comprehensive strategy addresses critical gaps in the health workforce and is set to be the foundation for a sustainable healthcare system. In […]

Job Description Writing Workshop Marks Key Milestone in Public Health Sector Evaluation

The Health Service Commission (HSC) is conducting a significant Job Description Writing Workshop in Gweru, a crucial step in the ongoing job evaluation process for Zimbabwe’s public health sector. Health workers from all professions are participating in the job description writing symposium.  The symposium is designed to refine job descriptions, a fundamental component of the […]