The 22nd International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) is being held with a focus on addressing inequalities and accelerating inclusion and innovation in the fight against AIDS and STIs. Dr. Bernard Madzima, head of Zimbabwe's National Aids Council, highlighted the conference's goals, including leadership in the HIV sector, scientific evidence for programs, and showcasing Zimbabwe's progress in meeting the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets. The conference will also address equity, inclusion, diversity, domestic funding, community response, and policy formation based on evidence. Despite a recent cholera outbreak in Harare, Health Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora assured that the situation is under control and will not affect the conference. The event will feature high-level meetings and exhibitions, with a special session by Zimbabwe’s first lady Auxillia Mnangagwa and her counterparts to discuss combating AIDS and STIs.

The 22nd International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) is being held with a focus on addressing inequalities and accelerating inclusion and innovation in the fight against AIDS and STIs. Dr. Bernard Madzima, head of Zimbabwe's National Aids Council, highlighted the conference's goals, including leadership in the HIV sector, scientific evidence for programs, and showcasing Zimbabwe's progress in meeting the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets. The conference will also address equity, inclusion, diversity, domestic funding, community response, and policy formation based on evidence. Despite a recent cholera outbreak in Harare, Health Minister Dr. Douglas Mombeshora assured that the situation is under control and will not affect the conference. The event will feature high-level meetings and exhibitions, with a special session by Zimbabwe’s first lady Auxillia Mnangagwa and her counterparts to discuss combating AIDS and STIs.

Former legislator Job Sikala, who has been imprisoned for over 600 days on charges including inciting violence, was set free by Zimbabwe courts. Sikala has become a prominent figure representing political prisoners in Zimbabwe.

The Great Zimbabwe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is undergoing a preservation project supported by the French Development Agency and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). The project aims to enhance sustainable tourism and cultural heritage management in Zimbabwe. Key efforts include using 3D technology to monitor and restore the ancient stone structures and building new facilities to improve visitor experience. The project, which began in June, is expected to be completed in three years, with collaboration from local tourism authorities to market Masvingo as a tourism destination.

Southern Africa is on high alert due to a spread of cholera cases, with recent outbreaks in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. Poor waste water management and local government instability are cited as causes. The World Health Organization reports 28 million people affected in the region and seeks $171 million for containment. Zimbabwe's first case was recorded on April 24, with 358 cases to date. Harare's mayor is increasing water tankers and providing free aqua tablets. Malawi's outbreak, the worst in 20 years, has resulted in over 1,000 deaths. The United Nations warns that a billion people in 43 countries are at risk, highlighting a desperate need for resources.

The article discusses the arrest of Evan Mawarire, a pastor in Zimbabwe who became famous for his Facebook video that sparked the #ThisFlag movement, criticizing the state of the nation and President Robert Mugabe's regime. Mawarire was arrested upon his return to Zimbabwe and charged with subverting the constitutional order, a charge that could lead to decades in prison. The movement he led had gained significant traction in July 2016 when he called for a national stay-at-home protest, which saw a massive response. However, after his arrest and subsequent departure to South Africa and the United States, the movement lost momentum. His recent return has reignited interest in the movement, but it remains to be seen if it will regain its previous influence.

The article discusses the arrest of Evan Mawarire, a pastor in Zimbabwe who became famous for his Facebook video that sparked the #ThisFlag movement, criticizing the state of the nation and President Robert Mugabe's regime. Mawarire was arrested upon his return to Zimbabwe and charged with subverting the constitutional order, a charge that could lead to decades in prison. The movement he led had gained significant traction in July 2016 when he called for a national stay-at-home protest, which saw a massive response. However, after his arrest and subsequent departure to South Africa and the United States, the movement lost momentum. His recent return has reignited interest in the movement, but it remains to be seen if it will regain its previous influence.

Robert Mugabe, the former leader of Zimbabwe, is remembered both as a liberator who fought for the country's independence and as an oppressor who ruled with an iron fist, committing numerous human rights abuses. His legacy is complex, with significant contributions to education and empowerment overshadowed by economic mismanagement and brutal governance. Mugabe's death has elicited mixed reactions, highlighting the polarized views of his leadership within Zimbabwe and across Africa.

The Zimbabwe Nurses Association, representing over 15,000 striking nurses, plans to legally challenge the government's decision to dismiss them unless the order is reversed. The strike, initiated for better pay and improved medical facilities, led to Vice President Constantino Chiwenga announcing immediate dismissals. Health Minister David Parirenyatwa stated that dismissed nurses must reapply for their jobs. The strike has exacerbated healthcare challenges, with patients like Edmore Siyakurima and Moline Chindove facing significant health risks and financial burdens. President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration, aiming to revive the economy, views the strike as detrimental to recovery efforts. The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Human Rights and the Zimbabwe Teachers Union have condemned the dismissals.