Online Reporter
Victor Maphosa
Mashonaland East Bureau
Residents of Mandoga in Ward 2, Marondera District, no longer have to travel long distances to access healthcare following the recent commissioning of the modern Mandoga Clinic.
The clinic was officially commissioned by Deputy Minister of Health and Child Care Sleiman Kwidini, who said the facility would play a vital role in improving access to quality healthcare for people in Mandoga and surrounding communities.
Built through a partnership involving Marondera Rural District Council, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Mandoga community, the clinic is equipped to provide a range of essential primary healthcare services.
These include tuberculosis screening, diagnosis and treatment, HIV testing, antiretroviral therapy (ART), adherence support services, maternal and child health services, as well as the management of common illnesses.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Deputy Minister Kwidini said the opening of the clinic reflected the Government’s commitment to strengthening primary healthcare and ensuring that quality medical services are accessible to all Zimbabweans.
“The comprehensive service package reflects Government’s broader commitment to strengthening primary health care, advancing Universal Health Coverage and ensuring that health reform is not a policy aspiration but a lived reality at community level,” he said.
“Let me reaffirm that the opening of Mandoga clinic is not merely the addition of infrastructure but a renewal of our national promise to bring quality care closer to the people, guided by the principle of “ leaving no one and no place behind.”
“This facility stands as a symbol of hope, a product of strong partnerships and a decisive step forward in our collective journey towards Vision 2030.
“To all health workers who will serve at this facility, you are the backbone of our health system, and through your dedication, compassion and professionalism, Mandoga Clinic will truly become a centre of healing, dignity and life for the community.”
The clinic will serve more than 8000 people. The opening of the Mandoga Clinic will reduce the distance beneficiaries travel to access health services. A mobile clinic for Mashonaland East Province was also commissioned on the day.
