The future of health in Zimbabwe
In November 2017, following a military intervention, Robert Mugabe was forced to resign as president of Zimbabwe – where he had ruthlessly ruled since 1980. Mugabe’s regime was responsible for destroying the country’s excellent health system. I argue that this is a unique moment for health reform in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2018-01-01
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| Series: | Global Health Action |
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/16549716.2018.1496888 |
| Summary: | In November 2017, following a military intervention, Robert Mugabe was forced to resign as president of Zimbabwe – where he had ruthlessly ruled since 1980. Mugabe’s regime was responsible for destroying the country’s excellent health system. I argue that this is a unique moment for health reform in Zimbabwe. This reform should focus on three areas: (1) repairing relationships with the international community by focusing on human rights and eliminating corruption, (2) strengthening the health workforce through retention strategies, training, and non-specialist providers, and (3) community engagement. The future of Zimbabwe’s health system is in limbo, and now is a unique opportunity to make positive change. |
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| ISSN: | 1654-9716 1654-9880 |