Online Reporter
Fungai Lupande-Mashonaland Central Bureau
The Second Republic has stepped up efforts to strengthen health service delivery in Mashonaland Central Province with the handover of a fully equipped mobile clinic, a commuter omnibus and four solar-powered tricycles aimed at improving access to care in remote communities.
Speaking at the official handover ceremony last week, the Mashonaland Central Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister, Christopher Magomo, said the intervention reflects the Government’s commitment to leaving no one and no place behind under the leadership of President Mnangagwa.
He described the mobile clinic as a “moving hospital”, equipped with ultrasound machines, delivery beds and a ward section to monitor mothers and newborns after childbirth.
“This initiative is anchored in the National Development Strategy 2 under the Social Development Pillar – Health and Well-Being – which prioritises strengthening health systems, improving access to quality services and reducing maternal and neonatal mortality,” he said.
“No mother should lose her life while giving life and no child should be denied a healthy start due to distance from health facilities.”
Minister Magomo urged communities to safeguard the newly acquired assets and ensure they are properly maintained to serve their intended purpose.
“Development is now visible and tangible. Let us utilise these resources effectively as we accelerate progress towards Vision 2030 and a healthier, more prosperous Mashonaland Central Province,” he said.
Dr Terrence Musekiwa, who was representing the provincial medical director, said the mobile clinic will offer antenatal care, safe delivery services, immunisation and general outpatient care, particularly targeting hard-to-reach areas where communities travel long distances to access health facilities.
The accompanying commuter omnibus will transport health personnel and medical supplies, while the solar-powered tricycles are expected to extend outreach services to areas inaccessible by conventional vehicles.
“This development will significantly contribute to reducing maternal mortality rates in the province,” he said.
The handover follows other recent health sector interventions in the province, including the distribution of ambulances to strengthen emergency referral systems and the donation of blankets by First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa to improve patient comfort in public health institutions.
The Government is also investing in complementary infrastructure to support service delivery.
The Masembura water pipeline project, which is nearing completion, is expected to address persistent water challenges at Bindura Provincial Hospital, improving sanitation and infection control.
Meanwhile, the anticipated opening of Chimhanda School of Nursing in Rushinga later this year is set to boost local training of nurses and address human resource gaps in the health sector.
