New figures presented in Parliament show HIV/AIDS-related deaths increased from 5,712 in H1 2024 to 5,932 in the same period in 2025—a rise of 220 fatalities. This uptick has raised concerns among lawmakers, who cite diminishing foreign aid.
Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora responded, “The increase cannot be attributed to funding cuts; we have sufficient drug stocks.” Still, Kwekwe MP Corban Madzivanyika warned, “We might feel the impact soon if aid partners don’t return.”
Source: NewsDay – “Zim records rise in HIV/Aids deaths” newsday.co.zw