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Source: Govt activates emergency measures to protect medicine supply chain – herald

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Emergency contingency measures have been activated to protect Zimbabwe’s medical supply chain from disruptions triggered by the escalating Middle East war, which is delaying shipments of essential health products and driving up procurement costs.

The conflict has disrupted key global air freight routes, forcing shipments to be rerouted and triggering risk surcharges and higher insurance premiums.

These developments are now affecting delivery timelines and the cost of critical medicines.

The Ministry of Health and Child Care says it is working “around the clock” to manage the situation and prevent potential shortages.

In an interview, the Health Acting Permanent Secretary, Dr Wenceslas Nyamayaro, said authorities are closely monitoring supply pipelines and implementing targeted interventions to safeguard availability.

“The situation is fluid and we are closely monitoring the pipeline and making relevant interventions accordingly,” he said.

He added that the Government is also focusing on managing available stocks within the country to ensure equitable distribution across health facilities.

“We will consider in-country interventions to manage available stocks at health facilities as well as at the central warehouse, NatPharm. This will go a long way in ensuring equity of supply and avoiding stock-outs,” he said.

Dr Nyamayaro noted that Zimbabwe’s inventory control system, which maintains buffer stocks of essential medicines, is providing a critical cushion against disruptions.

“The in-country inventory control system ensures that the nation holds buffer stocks to mitigate supply risks arising from situations such as this conflict,” he said.

He, however, acknowledged that the impact is uneven across product lines.

“Certainly, some products have been greatly impacted by this crisis, whereas some are still sufficiently stocked depending on the extent to which we have consumed into the buffer,” he said.

Zimbabwe relies heavily on imported medicines, with a significant proportion sourced from China and India—supply routes that are now experiencing increased costs due to global logistics disruptions.

Dr Nyamayaro said the impact is particularly pronounced on air freight shipments.

“I am sure you have seen the impact on fuel, and health products have not been spared as well,” he said. “This has affected shipments coming via air freight to a larger extent.

“This has been reflected in revised expected times of arrival, the introduction of risk surcharges and increased freight insurance premiums, all of which have pushed up shipping costs.”

To mitigate delays, Government is exploring alternative shipping routes for affected consignments.

“The Ministry, in collaboration with procurement agents/entities, is working around the clock to manage this emerging issue. We have undertaken a rapid assessment to identify risks to scheduled shipments,” he said.

“We have done a rapid assessment to identify any potential risks regarding the timeliness of these expected shipments.

“Not all scheduled shipments have been affected at the moment.

“However, for the affected shipments, alternative routes are being explored to expedite deliveries.”

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Source: Zanu PF mobilises ahead of Amendment No.3 Bill hearings – herald

Joseph Madzimure

Zimpapers Politics Hub

ZANU PF has intensified mobilisation of its structures ahead of nationwide public hearings on the Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill, after Parliament set aside a four-day window for citizens to give their input starting on March 30.

The hearings, which will run until April 2, form part of a broader 90-day consultation process that began on February 17 following the gazetting of the Bill.

The exercise is expected to give Zimbabweans an opportunity to shape proposed constitutional changes that carry significant political and governance implications.

Among its key provisions, the Bill seeks to realign electoral cycles with the country’s developmental trajectory, while introducing changes to the structure and administration of elections.

The public will be able to make oral submissions during the hearings, as well as written contributions through designated “special desks” at various venues.

Submissions are also currently being received via Parliament’s official email platform.

In an interview, ZANU PF National Political Commissar Cde Munyaradzi Machacha said the party has already rolled out an extensive programme to prepare its membership for the hearings.

“We started with workshops targeting all our Provincial Coordinating Committees (PCCs). Some of these were conducted virtually, while others were physical engagements,” he said.

Cde Machacha added that the party’s Secretary-General, Advocate Jacob Mudenda, is also touring provinces, engaging PCCs and explaining the provisions of the Bill and the party’s position.

“We have also engaged key stakeholders, including social media activists and legal practitioners from all the country’s 10 provinces, taking them through the contents of the Bill and our position on its clauses,” he said.

As part of the mobilisation drive, the party is this weekend holding inter-district meetings and rallies across the country to further sensitise its structures.

“By the time Parliament rolls out its public hearings, our membership will be fully aware of the contents of the Bill and will be able to engage the Parliamentary Committees in an informed manner,” said Cde Machacha.

He expressed confidence that the Bill would receive strong support during the consultations.

“It’s all systems go. The party is mobilising and clearly explaining its position, and we expect a positive outcome from the process,” he  said.

Cde Machacha urged party members to attend the hearings in large numbers and actively participate.

“They must present themselves at the designated venues and take part in shaping this Constitutional amendment. They should not leave it to others,” he said.

Once the public hearings are concluded, Parliamentary portfolio committees will compile reports to inform debate when the Bill is formally introduced in the National Assembly.

To widen participation, Parliament has also set up a physical submission point at the old Parliament building in Harare.

Key provisions of the Bill

The Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill proposes significant changes to Zimbabwe’s governance framework.

Among the proposals is a shift from the current system of electing the President through a direct popular vote to a Parliamentary electoral process.

The Bill also seeks to extend the Presidential election cycle from five to seven years, a move that aligns with resolutions adopted at ZANU PF’s Annual People’s Conferences in 2024 and 2025.

Under the current system, the President is elected through a first-past-the-post system, with a run-off election held if no candidate secures an outright majority, under the supervision of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission.

The proposed amendments also include transferring responsibility for voter registration and maintenance of the voters’ roll from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission to the Registrar-General, a move Government says is aimed at improving efficiency given the office’s custodial role over civil records.

More broadly, the Bill introduces a range of reforms intended to strengthen constitutional governance, clarify institutional roles and improve the efficiency of the  State.

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Source: MAN RECRUITS 35 PEOPLE, FOOLS FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INTO BELIEVING THEY ARE EMPLOYEES OF A SECURITY FIRM, STEALS US$91,5k – herald

Arron Nyamayaro

A MAN allegedly recruited thirty five people, forged documents to give an impression they were employees of a security company, and used that deception to secure a loan with a financial institution.

Lionel Tanaka Zvarivadza is being accused of this fraudulent act in which the financial institution lost US$91,500.

He was arrested last week.

According to the police, he entered into an agreement with the financial institution to get a loan for the ‘employees’ of the security firm.

Under the deal, the loans would be given to these ‘workers’ at a monthly interest rate.

The security company was then expected to deduct the repayments from its ‘employees’ salaries’ and remit them to the lender.

After getting forged confirmation letters, the financial institution disbursed loans ranging from US$1,000 to US$5,000.

The lender later discovered that the loans were not being repaid.

After contacting the security company, the company found out that the ‘employees’ were not on the firm’s payroll.

It also found out that no such arrangement was authorised by the security firm.

A police report was filed and Zvarivadza was arrested last week.

In a statement, CID spokesperson, Detective Inspector Rachel Muteweri, said:

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirm the arrest of one suspect for fraud as defined in Section 136 of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act and for contravening Section 8(1)(a) and (b) of the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act (Chapter 9:24).

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police continue to urge the transacting public to be wary of fraudsters who masquerade as legitimate agents and to verify their authenticity before making any transaction.”

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Source: All set for national heroes’ triple burial – herald

Wallace Ruzvidzo

Herald Reporter

President Mnangagwa will today preside over the burial of three national heroes, Major-General (Retired) Herbert Chingono, Cde Cosmas Chiringa and war veteran Cde Elison Mupamawonde, at the National Heroes Acre, in a ceremony honouring their contributions to the liberation struggle and national service.

Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Permanent Secretary Ambassador Raphael Faranisi told The Herald yesterday that authorities had completed preparations for the triple burial.

“The preparations are done and everything is set for the triple burial tomorrow (today).

“The remains of the late national heroes are at the Charles Gumbo Barrack (awaiting interment),” he said.

This will be Zimbabwe’s fourth triple burial, with the previous three having been held on January 26, 2021; April 29, 2024; and January 22, 2025.

The first was when Lieutenant General (Retired) Sibusiso Moyo, Cde Joel Biggie Matiza and Major General (Retired) Paradzai Zimondi were laid to rest.

The second was for the interment of Cde Nash Nyasha Dzimiri, Brigadier General Shadreck Vezha and Cde Tsitsi Grace Jadagu.

The most recent was for Major General (Retired) Solomon Siziba, Cde Chenhamo Chakezha Chimutengwende and Ambassador John Shumba Mvundura.

Major General (Retired) Chingono, a decorated veteran of the liberation struggle, died on March 15 at his Pentland Farm home in Mazowe from diabetes related complications.

He was 68.

Born in 1958 in Rukweza village, Makoni district, Manicaland, he was educated at Nyazura Adventist Mission before joining the liberation struggle.

He crossed into Mozambique for military training and served in the Nyanga and Gandanzara operational areas. Known by his Chimurenga name, Cde Swift Chakanyuka, Maj Gen Chingono is survived by his wife, Loyse, and six children.

His remains lay in state at Charles Gumbo Barracks in Harare ahead of burial today.

Cde Cosmas Chiringa, who served as Permanent Secretary for Harare Provincial Affairs and Devolution, died of heart failure on March 9 at the age of 67.

His body was brought from his rural home in Nyanga via Backshill Farm in Nyazura last week and before lying is state at Charles Gumbo Barracks.

War veteran Cde Elison Mupamawonde was born in Sohwe, Muzarabani, in 1950 and joined the liberation struggle in 1972, travelling to Zambia via Botswana.

He received training in Morogoro, Tanzania, in 1973 and in 1974 was chosen for specialised artillery training in Ukraine under the leadership of Cde Alfred Nikita Mangena.

Returning home in 1975, he took part in significant military operations during the struggle, including involvement in the February 1979 downing of an Air Rhodesia Viscount.

Crowds are set to flock to the National Heroes Acre as Zimbabwe prepares to observe its fourth ever triple burial since gaining independence.

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