MSF in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe: Turning fear to strength

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For the young sex workers of Mbare and Epworth, Zimbabwe, the streets are more than a workplace—they are a battlefield. Violence, stigma, and a lack of access to healthcare have long defined their lives. However, a growing network of empowered young women, supported by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), is rewriting this narrative. These young women … Read more

Zimbabwe: Bringing healthcare to artisanal miners

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Limited access to primary health services in artisanal and small-scale mining characterizes the harsh realities of excessive exposure to silica-containing dust, overcrowding and poor living conditions. Zimbabwe is currently experiencing a high burden of TB, silicosis and HIV among communities of artisanal and small-scale miners. Multi-sectoral and innovative interventions are required to stem this triple … Read more