STORIES INSIDE:
CCH SCHOOL OF NURSING CHOIR IMPRESSES AT
WHO 7O CELEBRATIONS
CHITUNGWIZA CENTRAL HOSPITAL NURSE
SCOOPS GOLD MEDAL
A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
CHITUNGWIZA CENTRAL HOSPITAL
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
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VOL 14 ISSUE 3 27 APRIL 2018
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Editor — Audrey Tasaranarwo Associate Editors — Richmore Tera & Nyasha Chipembere
Photographers — Terrence Musango Design and Layout — Audrey Tasaranarwo
By Richmore Tera-Associate Editor
CHITUNGWIZA Central Hospital
School of Nursing Choir was the toast
of the day during the belated World
Health Organisation (WHO) 70th year
commemorations held in Highlands,
Harare recently.
The celebrations, which took
place at the WHO Zimbabwe Country
Office Grounds, were this year held
under the theme “Health for All, Uni-
versal coverage: everyone every-
where” and was attended by different
delegates from the host organisation
WHO, the United Nations Develop-
ment Programme (UNDP), the United
Nations International Children’s Fund,
(UNICEF), the United Nations Educa-
tional, Scientific and Cultural Organi-
sation (UNESCO), the Ministry of
Health and Child Care (MoHCC),
Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare
(MoLSW), the Salvation Army
Church, Older People’s Board,
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals,
CCH, policy-makers and members of
the civil society.
As one senior official who
was among the guests noted, there was
form of competition among the two
choirs on the day, something which he
described as “healthy” and beneficial
to the event as well as the two health
institutions from the choirs hail from.
CCH School of Nursing Choir
thrilled with their powerful and well-
choreographed songs like “Arise and
Shine” and “Matisimudzira”, among
others, and did not disappoint with
their act which drew wild applause
from the crowd.
CCH Operations Director, Mr
Washington Machiridza, Principal Tu-
tor Mrs Edith Chinhiwu, Deputy Ma-
tron Dorcas Chairuka, Senior Tutor
Mrs Alice Musakasa and the Public
Relations Officer Mrs Audrey Tasa-
ranarwo who accompanied the choir to
the celebrations were impressed by the
performance by the students whom
they commended for being well-
primed for the event.
“The performance by the
School of Nursing Choir showed that
they can do even better during the
graduation of nursing students some-
time later this year. The choir has
been doing well in the past at previ-
ous graduation ceremonies we have
held and one of such memorable out-
ings is when they thrilled at an event
that was also attended by the Air
Force Band,” noted Mrs Tasaranarwo.
Meanwhile, the theme for
this year’s WHO commemorations
focused on the key message of univer-
sal health coverage (UHC) for all by
the year 2030 with a special emphasis
on supporting civil society organisa-
tions, policy-makers, individuals and
the media in the journey to bring uni-
versal health coverage to every coun-
try and also ensure that the Sustaina-
ble Development Goals (SDGs)
which every country agreed to in
2015 are fulfilled.
This was said by WHO Re-
gional Director, Prebo Barango, who
noted the huge strides that the organi-
sation has made in the region in the
fight to combat HIV, with about 14
million people having access to anti-
retroviral therapy (ARVs), while dis-
eases like Malaria and Polio have also
been dealt with through sustained
efforts.
“Member states should make
sustained efforts in providing ade-
quate healthcare to their citizens and
workforce to enhance health for all by
living according to the promises en-
trenched in the SDG commitments
they made in 2015.
“It is encouraging to note
that since 2016 the region has not
recorded a single case of the polio
disease while nets have been distrib-
uted to prevent malaria and 14 million
people have access to HIV treatment
drugs,” he said.
Dr Gibson Mhlanga, who is
the Principal Director of Preven-
tiveServices in the MoHCC said: “As
the Ministry of Health and Child
CCH SCHOOL OF NURSING CHOIR IMPRESSES AT WHO 70 COMMEMORATION
we always work closely with
WHO and that is why you always
see us in full force every year
during their commemorations.
Zimbabwe stands in solidarity
with WHO to re-affirm the SDG
commitments,” he said.
The celebrations also
coincided with the launch of the
National Healthy Ageing Strate-
gy, which is a policy document
which calls for health issues to be
treated in a more holistic ap-
proach, from the bottom to the
top to include those are well ad-
vanced in their age who are said
to be a little under six percent of
the national population.
This was revealed by the
Chairperson of the Elder Persons
Board Mr Edwin Murwira in his
stirring speech on the virtues of
aging.
After the speeches, there
was the cake-cutting ceremony
which was emblazoned in the
logo and colour of the organisa-
tion and written, “WHO AT 70.”
Paul Chinakidzwa from
the MoHCC’s Public Relations
Office was the master-of-
ceremony.
COVER PHOTO: Chitungwiza School of
Nursing Choir posing for a photo before the
commemoration at the WHO grounds
Selfie time as the School of Nursing
choir & their tutor Mrs A
Musakasa travels to WHO.
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By Audrey Tasaranarwo– Editor
CHITUNGWIZA CENTRAL
HOSPITAL student nurse Memory
Marowa scooped a gold medal at the
examinations which were sat in March
this year.
“I was happy to know that
one of our students scooped a gold
medal which means she is one of the
highest ranking in the country in the
examinations that were written in
March.
“I am also pleased with this
year's overall performance because
this shows that the pass rate among
our students has greatly improved.
The previous pass rate was 60% but
this time around it has increased to 96,
4%,” explained the Principal Tutor
Mrs Edith Chinhiwu.
Mrs Chinhiwu added that for
students to pass, it is a combined ef-
fort of both the School of Nursing
tutors and nursing staff in the clinical
area,coupled with the students’ zeal to
pass.
The nurse who scooped the
gold medal Memory Marowa, paid
tribute to the matrons, ward managers
and other nursing staff who always
believed in her academic capabilities
thus her potential to scoop a gold
medal.
“I was shocked to hear that I
scooped a gold medal because frankly
speaking, I least expected it. I there-
fore thank the Almighty for this great
achievement,” enthused Marowa.
She added: “I now believe in the faith
that my tutors put in capabilities to pass
with flying colours because they had
seen the potential in me. Another factor
that I think also contributed to my per-
formance was the experience that I
gained while working in the wards
nursing patients. I learnt a lot and man-
aged to put theory into practice during
my stint. I thank tutors, matrons, ward
managers and senior nurses who taught
me for a job well-done.”
She urged other student nurses
to work hard when taking care of pa-
tients, including referring to their notes
when they come across new conditions
and also to consult tutors and other
nursing staff whenever they need direc-
tion in their training and practice.
Marowa said she also appreci-
ates tutors and her classmates GB2015
for their support throughout the train-
ing.
One of the ward managers Mr
Samuel Chavhe described Marowa as a
very intelligent cadre, an attribute
which he said clearly contributed to her
excellent results.
“I always had confidence in
Marowa because I could see the poten-
tial and intelligence that was in her. She
did her management assessment in
ward 1 and passed with flying colours.
True to our expectation, she has earned
this gold medal and for that she has
done us proud,” said Mr Chavhe.
CCH STUDENT NURSE SCOOPS GOLD MEDAL
One of her group mates
remembers how Marowa was al-
ways top of her class.
Student nurse Tawanda
Manhando came second after
Marowa who said,”I would like to
encourage students to work hard,
read widely, team work and also
utilize the library. Above all I ad-
vise other students to be prayerful
and put God first in everything.”
Marowa is a mother of
three children who had to strive
hard in order to balance work,
school and family needs.
Student nurse Memory Marowa Principal Tutor Edith Chinhiwu
Student nurse Tawanda Manhando
who came second after Marowa in
their group
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By Richmore Tera-Associate Editor
IT is indeed true that all good things
come to those who wait. And rosy
paths are walked by those with golden
hearts.
Such is the case with newly-weds
Nick Makgamatha, and his long-time
flame, Sherris, nee Moyo who recently
fulfilled their dream of becoming life-
time soul-mates after tying the note at
Mana resort in Harare on Saturday 21
April 2018 at a colourful ceremony
that was witnessed by a stellar convo-
cation of guests.
Theirs was indeed a typical romantic
tale with a happy storyline dating back
to the time when they first set eyes on
one another and later got up-close in
2013 when both of them were elected
to be on the Committee of the Wits
Res House at Wits University in South
Africa where they were students and,
as was predestined by their stars,
sparks naturally flew between them
following a few pleasantries that start-
ed with a mere greeting.
“It was in 2013 and we had both been
elected into the Wits Res Committee.
As was expected of us, we both partic-
ipated in the traditional meet and
greet. (Although I am convinced that
Sherry is the only person I greeted.)
Paths unplanned and unforeseen led us
to that very moment and that very
spot,” recalls Nick with teary eyes of
wonderment.
And no wonder that signaled the start
of a long but enjoyable road that
would lead to a petal-strewn podium
ushering them into bridal entry, light-
ing of candles, address by ecstatic in-
laws, exchange of vows and rings,
releasing of doves, moments of reflec-
tions by the close ones and the signing
of the register by the newly-weds.
With loud “I do, I do!” pronuncia-
tions, of course. And the marriage
officer was visibly thrilled to officiate
at the wedding ceremony of such a
tender young couple who were armin
arm as their hymns of choice that in-
iiincluded the golden tunes “Showers of
Blessings”, “How Great Thou Art”,
“You Are Faithful” and “To God Be
All the Glory” were piped.
This was apart from the vivacious drum
majorettes from Mberi Primary School
in Chitungwiza who illuminated the
ceremony with their scintillating act,
escorting the couple like mascots from
a romantic tale.
What with the immaculate fashion and
trendy vehicles that were on display on
the day, which also added colour and
flavor to the wedding affair!
And oh! The Air Force Band who
seemed to have landed from the clouds
with their brass instruments – they were
definitely out in full force belting out
love ballad after another for the love-
birds!
Spic and span were the in-laws, beam-
ing with proud smiles, and the charis-
matic Dr Obadiah Moyo, who is the
Chief Executive Officer of Chitungwiza
Central Hospital, was at his usual best,
playing the father-figure role for his
daughter Sherris and son-in-law Nick.
Such was the overflowing with oodles
of joy, pride and happiness.
In tow was the sociable Mrs Audrey
Tasaranarwo, CCH’s Public Relations
Officer, and some members of staff
from the same institution, who were out
to land unstinting support to their
“Igwe” and the brood of history-
makers.
A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
from the same institution, who
were out to land unstinting support
to their “Igwe” and the brood of
history-makers.
“The Moyo siblings are marvelous
to be around, and knowing them as
we do, they are not just good aca-
demics but also excellent in almost
everything that they do. Nick, by
choosing the hand of Sherris, has
set a good precedence not only to
his other siblings but other young-
sters of his age, especially those
who are still at college or pursuing
their studies.
“Books, coupled with the right path
to marriage, are the keys to success
in life since a good life-partner is a
God-sent pillar of support. By tying
the knot, the couple has lived up to
the Biblical tenets of marriage be-
ing a hallowed institution since a
good wife comes from God. There-
fore this union should be sanctified
as possible,” Mrs Tasaranarwo
enthused after the wedding.
After the ceremony, the guests in-
dulged in some delicious cocktails
and had time to mingle before
‘putting on’ their dancing shoes for
some nimble footwork on the
dance-floor in accompaniment to
sways by the newly-weds of Nick
and Sherris who had sworn their
vows of “I do, I do” to the delight
of the earth and the heavens.
Group photo of CCH PRO Mrs A Tasaranarwo , Mberi Primary School
drummies with their Deputy Headmaster & teachers
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WEDDING IN PICTURES
CCH CEO Dr O Moyo escorting his daughter
Sherris down the aisle
The groom Nick being escorted by his mother Mrs Makgamatha
down the aisle
Beautiful flower girls walking with rose petals as the
bridesmaids and the groomsmen follow marking the
beginning of wedding
The wedding cake of Sherris and Nick Makgamatha
CHITUNGWIZA CENTRAL HOSPITAL
1. STATUS
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of the socially disadvantaged.
2. FEES
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Procedures - Approved Government rates.
3. COMPLAINTS HANDLING
Open Door Policy:-
- the Chief Executive Officer’s Office awaits to assist you NOW.
- Bring your complains forward without any fear.
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Contact:-
Public Relations Officer: Mrs. A Tasaranarwo
Mobile: - 0774 120 811
Landlines: - (0270) 31843 / 31138 / 38150
Or
Chief Executive Officer: Dr. Obadiah Moyo
Mobile: - 0772 419 889
Direct Line: - (0270) 30917
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