Poverty forces young women to barter away condom use
Dephine Mashinga, a young mother from the area, explained how men exploit this financial desperation, particularly when dealing with sex workers.
By Nunurai Jena
4h ago
CAB3: Outrage over Chivayo ‘bribes’
Responding to questions from NewsDay Weekender, Tshabangu’s spokesperson, Nqobizitha Mlilo, dismissed concerns over the gifts and rewards.
By Miriam Mangwaya
18h ago
Silence can kill: Why we must stop hiding illness
Medical science advances every day. Countless people who were once given little hope have gone on to recover and enjoy full and productive lives. I count myself among them.
By Piason Maringwa
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The silent warning: How the mouth unlocks early HIV diagnosis
In this asymptomatic stage, there are no imminent systemic symptoms, no profound weakness and no obvious signs of illness, but oral manifestations frequently appear.
By Patience Matambo
Jun. 11, 2026
Mat North gains ground against HIV
The decline in new infections has largely been attributed to a robust decentralised healthcare system comprising 171 health facilities across the province.
By Evans Mathanda
Jun. 9, 2026
Prison HIV programme hailed for improving awareness among inmates
“This programme has benefited many people, including myself, because of the reckless lifestyle I lived before my incarceration,” Moyo said.
By Staff Reporter
Jun. 8, 2026
Khami Prison HIV efforts defy overcrowding
Khami Prison officer-in-charge, chief superintendent Panonetsa Chemugariri, acknowledged that overcrowding presents serious operational challenges.
By Moses Mugugunyeki and Silas Nkala
Jun. 7, 2026
NAC expands HIV, NCD programmes at Khami Prison
Mutale said the programme was later reviewed after prison authorities requested a wider reach due to the large inmate population at Khami Maximum Prison.
By Silas Nkala
Jun. 6, 2026
How focus, faith and purpose helped me thrive with HIV
Although significant progress has been made in HIV prevention, treatment and support, many people still struggle to come to terms with a positive diagnosis.
By Piason Maringwa
Jun. 5, 2026
