“No Matter Where They Are in SA” — Govt Vows Full Medical Support for Zimbabweans

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Dr Amon Murwira, has assured Parliament that the Government of Zimbabwe will ensure its citizens in South Africa receive full access to health services, regardless of their circumstances.

Speaking during the National Assembly Questions and Answers Session in the Parliament of Zimbabwe on Wednesday, Dr. Murwira said the government is actively working through its diplomatic missions to safeguard the welfare of Zimbabweans abroad.

“We have our Consulate in South Africa, who are making sure that Zimbabweans in South Africa get health access,  no matter what,” he said.

The Minister noted that reports alleging that Zimbabweans and other foreign nationals were being denied medical and health services in South Africa had not been formally communicated to the Government of Zimbabwe.

“This issue of denied medical and health services to Zimbabweans and other foreigners has not been fully communicated to us formally, but it is being discussed by people who want to push their agendas,” Dr Murwira told legislators.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting citizens wherever they may be.

“No matter where the Zimbabwean is, be it in prison or everywhere, we make sure that they get full medical services,” he said.

The remarks come amid ongoing debate around access to healthcare services for migrants in South Africa and concerns raised over the treatment of foreign nationals within the region.

The Minister’s statement underscores Harare’s position that Zimbabwean diplomatic missions remain actively engaged in ensuring citizens’ rights and access to essential services abroad.