Rutendo Mazhindu
Zim Now Reporter
A total of 288 nurses, including primary care nurses, midwives, and upskilled professionals, have graduated from St. Albert's Hospital, boosting Zimbabwe's healthcare workforce at a time when the sector is grappling with staff shortages and growing health challenges. The ceremony highlighted the resilience of the hospital, which continues to produce highly skilled health professionals despite limited infrastructure and resource constraints.
The Director of Nursing Services in the Ministry of Health and Child Care, Mrs. Chiwara, emphasized the ministry's commitment to strengthening the nursing workforce through strategic interventions. She outlined the Health Workforce Strategy, which aims to retain nurses through proper grading, fair salaries, and policies to reduce burnout. "The ministry remains committed to ensuring that nurses are motivated, fairly rewarded, and supported to remain in the profession," Mrs. Chiwara said.
The ministry is revising curricula for primary care nurses, midwives, and registered general nurses to prepare them for emerging health challenges while prioritizing infection prevention and control. The revised strategies also encourage graduates to participate in shaping policies, mentoring peers, and supporting community health workers.
Revisions to the National Health Strategy and Community Health Strategy are expected to further empower village health workers in bridging gaps between hospitals and local communities. Mrs. Chiwara said the ministry is committed to doubling nurse recruitment, improving workforce distribution, and tackling shortages in critical areas such as midwifery, where mortality rates remain a concern.
As the 288 graduates join the profession, they bring technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to safeguarding public health, reinforcing efforts to strengthen Zimbabwe's healthcare system.
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