AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHomelessness Crisis: Zimbabwe’s homelessness is worsening, with families now sleeping on pavements, under bridges and at bus termini, as Senate debate points to weak social safety nets and failed governance rather than “clean-up” sweeps. Healthcare Connectivity: Parliament heard that Starlink kits sit unused in many clinics because facilities can’t afford monthly subscriptions, while government says it is negotiating lower costs. Maternal Health Gains: Zimbabwe reports a drop in maternal mortality from 212 to 137 deaths per 100,000 live births, alongside broader maternal and neonatal support. Scabies Outbreak: Harare’s Hopley and Stoneridge areas are facing a scabies outbreak, mainly among children, with officials urging early clinic treatment and strict hygiene. Returnee Health & Support: Nearly 100,000 Zimbabweans have returned from South Africa since late May; Harare says over 70% are women and children, with medical support scaling up at Beitbridge, though two deaths were reported during repatriation. HIV Stigma: Health advocates urge returnees living with HIV to register, collect ARVs properly and seek care without fear. Climate-Health Research: African scientists launched a new climate and health consortium in Ghana to guide policy using local African data. Invasive Species Watch: Researchers warn Australia’s redclaw crayfish could reach Botswana’s Okavango Delta within about 10 years, threatening fisheries and ecosystems. Mental Health for Youth: A Zimbabwean youth mental health foundation is expanding sport-linked support and will represent youth leaders at a UN event.
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