Zimbabwe completed a health project for women affected by Cyclone Idai. China and the United Nations Population Fund contributed to the funding of the work. The program helped over 60,000 women receive medical care for childbirth. Doctors and nurses learned new skills to help mothers and babies. Three hospitals received new equipment and had their buildings repaired after the storm damage.
Cyclone Idai hit eastern Zimbabwe in March 2019, destroying many hospitals. Pregnant women could not get safe medical care for having babies. China allocated $ 1.24 million to address this issue through special funds. The money went to the Chipinge and Chimanimani areas that suffered the worst damage. Medical teams worked hard to rebuild healthcare services there.
Chinese Ambassador Zhou Ding praised the successful teamwork between countries. He said the project saved lives and made communities stronger after the disaster. Health workers received training about emergency care for pregnant mothers. The program aligned with Zimbabwe's goals for reducing maternal mortality rates. Three waiting homes for pregnant women were rebuilt at major hospitals.
Cyclone Idai hit eastern Zimbabwe in March 2019, destroying many hospitals. Pregnant women could not get safe medical care for having babies. China allocated $ 1.24 million to address this issue through special funds. The money went to the Chipinge and Chimanimani areas that suffered the worst damage. Medical teams worked hard to rebuild healthcare services there.
Chinese Ambassador Zhou Ding praised the successful teamwork between countries. He said the project saved lives and made communities stronger after the disaster. Health workers received training about emergency care for pregnant mothers. The program aligned with Zimbabwe's goals for reducing maternal mortality rates. Three waiting homes for pregnant women were rebuilt at major hospitals.
