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IN recognition of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, TM Pick n Pay has announced an outreach initiative this month aimed at combating cervical and breast cancer through free screening services across Zimbabwe.
The programme is being rolled out in partnership with Cabs and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe, marking the first collaborative outreach effort, demonstrating the power of strategic partnerships in making meaningful impact on community health.
Throughout the month of May, TM Pick n Pay and Cabs will conduct free cancer screening clinics through the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe in selected communities, focusing on underserved areas, to ensure those who need it most have access to the vital health checks.
The goal is to screen over 500 women, providing life-saving early detection and raising awareness about cancer prevention.
The schedule of screening events started yesterday (Monday, May 5) at Blue Waters Hospital in Kuwadzana in Harare and will extend to places like Bindura and Goromonzi.
“Early detection saves lives,” said Mr Malcolm Mycroft, managing director of TM Pick n Pay.
“We encourage women to be proactive about their health and take advantage of these free screenings. Together, we can reduce the burden of cancer in Zimbabwe.”
Cabs managing director Mr Mehluli Mpofu, said his institution has a role to play in combating cancer and saving lives.
“At Cabs, we have always believed that our role goes far beyond banking — it’s about uplifting lives and investing in the well-being of our communities,” he said.
“Cancer touches so many families in silence and too often, it’s because help came too late. That’s why we are deeply committed to supporting early detection initiatives — because a simple screening can mean the difference between life and loss.”
TM Pick n Pay and Cabs’ contribution to the fight against cancer extends beyond this outreach. The companies recently donated US$150 000 worth of cancer treatment drugs to Mpilo Central Hospital and US$80 000 to KidzCan to support children battling cancer. These initiatives reflect TM Pick n Pays ongoing commitment to improving cancer care and supporting affected families.
“Our partnership with Cabs underscores our belief that ‘Doing Good is Good Business’. It exemplifies what we can achieve when we work together for a common cause,” said Mr Mycroft.
“We remain committed to providing ‘Real Value, Always’ to our customers and that plays a pivotal part in us being able to invest in community health initiatives and foster partnerships that drive positive change.”
Cabs, TM Pick n Pay and CAZ have since urged women to take advantage of these screenings and encourage others to do the same.
Experts say early detection of cervical cancer can reduce mortality rates by up to 80 percent supported by data from World Health Organisation (WHO).
