Terrence Mawawa, Chiredzi | Malaria has killed 33 people in Masvingo Province since January 6, 2017, it has emerged. Last week it was reported the deadly disease had killed 20 people across the province.

Health officials have indicated the figure has risen to 33.
The Ministry of Health and Child Care is reportedly struggling to combat malaria and officials in the Ministry are desperate to contain the deadly disease. Health officials said 196 malaria cases were recorded in Malipati,Chiredzi last month.

Health and Child Care Minister, David Parirenyatwa flew to Chiredzi last Saturday to assess the situation.

Masvingo Provincial Medical Director, Amadeus Shamu confirmed the deaths of 33 people as a result of malaria and said efforts were being made to avert further disaster.

He said Parinyenyatwa had brought malaria drugs and he hoped the situation would improve.

“I can confirm that we have recorded 33 deaths as a result of malaria. We are referring to the recorded cases and there is a possibility there are some unrecorded cases,” said Shamu.
Last week health experts said the government was deeply reluctant to engage relevant stakeholders in relation to the matter.

“There is no commitment from the government .Our efforts to engage health officials on the matter have not materialised,” said a health expert.