Medicine Theft Crackdown: Zimbabwe’s Deputy Health Minister says a new medicine tracking system will monitor drugs from NatPharm to hospitals to curb theft and resale, with prosecutions expected for those caught in diversion networks. Local Governance Reform: Finance Permanent Secretary George Guvamatanga says councils must be fixed to deliver basic services, since they collect revenue but often fail residents—pushing costs onto central government. HIV Care & Training: VP Kembo Mohadi urged investment in specialist medical training and retention of health workers as ECSACOG graduates 19 obstetrics and gynaecology specialists in Harare. Telemedicine Expansion: NetOne marked 30 years by partnering with ZimSmart Villages to open a telemedicine facility in Chikomba, offering screenings, consultations and medicines. Inclusive Health Support: First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa backed people living with albinism with sun protection creams and support at Chitungwiza. Kariba Ferry Disaster: Government investigations continue after the RIDA Mbuya Nehanda capsized, with the death toll rising and state support including burials, medical help and psychosocial care. Traditional Medicine Study: Scientists confirm Cissus quadrangularis (“muvengahonye”) is effective and safe for intestinal worm infections. Community Health Fund Push: MPs in Eswatini passed a motion to create a levy-funded health fund targeting TB, HIV/AIDS and cancer.