Health Ministry Says There Is No Rise In Respiratory Infections

The Ministry of Health and Child Care has said there has been no increase in respiratory infections.

Ministry spokesperson Donald Mujiri on Tuesday said that influenza levels are under control and much lower than usual for this time of year.

He added that about 3,000 cases have been recorded so far, which is below the normal number for this period. Said Mujiri:

“The Ministry of Health and Child Care would like to assure the public that there is no cause for alarm about influenza at the moment.

“About 3,000 cases have been recorded, which is lower than what is normally expected at this time of the year.

“Flu cases usually increase between March and April, and current levels remain manageable.

“The Ministry continues to monitor the situation closely and encourages everyone to practice good hygiene, seek medical care early if unwell, and protect themselves and others.”

According to the Ministry of Health’s Weekly Disease Surveillance Report for the week ending 4 January 2026, a total of 2,893 suspected influenza cases were recorded, with no deaths reported.

The provinces with the highest number of suspected cases were Manicaland, with 925, and Mashonaland West, with 898. Overall, the cumulative figures for influenza remain at 2,893 cases and zero deaths.

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