Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. Banking concern Cabs has joined hands with retailer TM PicknPay and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe (CAZ) to launch a cervical and breast cancer awareness and free screening campaign at selected health institutions this month.
Cancer is one of the most pressing public health challenges in Zimbabwe, with cervical and breast cancers leading the burden among women.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cervical cancer is the second most common cancer affecting Zimbabwean women, with an estimated 1,000 new cases diagnosed annually while breast cancer continues to be a major contributor to cancer-related deaths — highlighting the urgent need for early detection and access to care.
“Cancer touches so many families in silence, and too often, it’s because help came too late. That’s why we are deeply committed to supporting early detection initiatives — because a simple screening can mean the difference between life and loss,” said Cabs managing director, Mehluli Mpofu.
“At CABS, we have always believed that our role goes far beyond banking — it’s about uplifting lives and investing in the well-being of our communities. This campaign builds on our previous efforts, like Swipe for Pink, Swipe for Hope, and Blue November, which helped raise funds for essential cancer medication through branded merchandise sales and donations linked to POS transactions in TM Pick n Pay stores. Now, we are taking our commitment a step further — bringing free, life-saving services directly to the communities we serve. It’s not just about health — it’s about hope, dignity, and standing with Zimbabwean women in their fight against cancer,”
Mpofu said the campaign highlights the banking institution’s commitment to community health and cancer support, while marking a strategic shift from treatment assistance to proactive early detection, reflecting a more holistic and forward-looking approach to healthcare outreach.
The free screening clinics will be held as follows:
May 5 – Blue Waters Hospital, Kuwadzana
May 6 – UZIMA Medical Centre, Budiriro
May 7 – 24hr Family Clinic, Tafara
May 8 – Southlea Medical Clinic, Southlea Park
May 9 – Citimed Chitungwiza Hospital, Chitungwiza
May 16 – Williams Labs, Bindura
May 23 – Mutoko (Location to be confirmed)
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