Catholic bishops urge senators to reject proposed abortion law ahead of decisive vote
By Staff Reporter HARARE — The Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference (ZCBC) has urged senators to reject the Medical Services Amendment Bill, describing it as a “deliberate termination of unborn life” and a threat to Zimbabwe’s moral foundations. In a pastoral statement dated 4 February 2026, to be read at all Masses on 8 February, the bishops […]
Private hospitals to admit emergency cases under planned law
By Naledi Nyoni Harare – Private hospitals could soon be required to treat all patients with life-threatening emergencies for at least 48 hours regardless of their ability to pay under a proposed new law. The Medical Services Amendment Bill, now before Parliament, aims to align the Medical Services Act with the constitutional right to health, according […]