Harare Launches Community Health Fund to Boost Access for Residents

ByParvel H.

MakonaThe City of Harare is set to roll out a new community-led health financing initiative the Community Health Equity Fund (CHEF) aimed at improving access to affordable, quality healthcare across the capital.The scheme, supported by the Ministry of Health and Child Care, UNFPA, ZB Financial Holdings and the Harare Municipal Medical Aid Society (HMMAS) will pilot in Harare South constituency, covering areas such as Hopley, Southlands, Ushewokunze and Southlea Park.Mayor Councillor Jacob Mafume said the initiative forms part of a broader effort to strengthen local health systems and ensure equity in service delivery.“We are looking at upgrading Mabvuku Polyclinic, where a state-of-the-art theatre is now operational, and enhancing clinics in Harare South so they can offer 24-hour casualty services.

Resolutions have already been made, and we are starting with a pilot project that will guide our master plan for a healthy, sustainable city,” Mafume told263Chat.According to the City Health Department, the pilot phase will begin in the Southern District starting with Mbare and Hopley before expanding to Waterfalls, Sunningdale Satellite, Arcadia, Braeside and Hatfield.

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