National Health Strategy: Zimbabwe’s Health and Child Care ministry launched the 2026–2030 national health strategy, aiming to cut deaths and illness from communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases and mental health, boost modern contraceptive use, reduce maternal and perinatal mortality, secure uninterrupted medicines, and raise domestic health financing to at least 15% of total government spending. Child Protection Milestone: Sweden praised Zimbabwe’s National Action Plan for Children (NAP IV) 2026–2030 and the National Child Online Protection Policy as major steps for children’s rights and safety. Healthcare Access Under Strain: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says alleged anti-migrant violence in South Africa is disrupting healthcare for displaced people, with mothers and chronically ill patients among the hardest hit after fleeing without medication. Repatriation and Health Risks: Malawi reported bringing home 38,094 nationals from South Africa between June 7 and July 8, with six deaths linked to illness during the journey and people unable to access medicines. Mining Safety: Two miners died after a shaft collapse at Vigilant Mine in Kwekwe, renewing calls for stronger safety in underground operations. Local Accountability for Health Services: Harare launched a WhatsApp Citizens Scorecard so residents can rate council services including health services, water, sanitation and roads. STI Warning in Kwekwe: A Kwekwe councillor urged Parliament to consider a “bring-your-wife” requirement for work permits, claiming rising STIs and condom shortages are worsening among young people. Ebola Preparedness Debate: Kenya’s high court blocked a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility plan, raising concerns about public clarity and community safety.