The European Union Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) delegation is in Binga this week where Save the Children Zimbabwe is implementing an integrated nutrition, health and protection programme in partnership with government and Nutrition Action Zimbabwe.
According to Save the Children Zimbabwe, the programme is supporting communities affected by climate shocks.
"For families living beyond the 30 km radius of the nearest clinic, accessing healthcare is a daily barrier. This programme bridges that gap by supporting the Ministry of Health and Child Care to bring essential services nearer to the communities," Save the Children said.
The organisation said what makes the initiative powerful is how interlinked the activities are.
"During the community outreach mobile teams provide healthcare services such as under-5 MUAC screenings, weight checks, blood pressure monitoring, immunisation, Vitamin A boosters, family planning, and vital mental health counselling for pregnant and lactating mothers and other community members," the organisation said.
"Village health workers mobilise communities for health delivery while community childcare workers lead protection efforts by identifying cases and guiding families through SGBV awareness and referral pathways."
Save the Children said the ECHO delegation spent time interacting with mothers and children, community members, leaders, VHWs, CCWs and local stakeholders, gaining a firsthand understanding of the context, realities, and the support offered by the programme.
"By wrapping protection around health and nutrition, we are ensuring that essential care reaches those who need it most," Save the Children said.
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