Harare – (New Ziana) — The Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals is undergoing a massive facelift that is poised to transform Zimbabwe’s largest referral hospital into a modern healthcare facility, in a bold demonstration of the government’s commitment to revitalising public health infrastructure.
According to a statement posted on National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1) X handle, refurbishment works at Adlam House, the nurses’ residence, have reached approximately 70 percent completion and are on track for a scheduled handover on September 1, this year.
“The Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals refurbishment project is indeed making significant progress, showcasing the government’s commitment to improving healthcare services,” said the statement.
The renovation, it said, includes the installation of a new plumbing system, complete electrical rewiring, tiled and modernised bathrooms, repainted and refurnished rooms, and a 120kW solar energy system to ensure reliable and sustainable power supply.
The upgraded accommodation will offer an improved living and working environment for frontline healthcare professionals, supporting efforts to attract and retain skilled personnel in the public health sector, said the statement.
The refurbishment, added the statement, goes beyond aesthetics as the hospital will soon house state-of-the-art medical facilities, among them a 21-bed renal dialysis unit, significantly boosting the hospital’s capacity to manage kidney-related conditions, a new paediatric operating theatre, tailored to meet the specific needs of young patients, modernised ward facilities designed with patient-friendly layouts and contemporary fittings to enhance comfort and clinical care and eight newly drilled boreholes to ensure uninterrupted access to clean water across the hospital complex.
These additions are expected to vastly improve critical care delivery, reduce patient backlog, and align the hospital with international healthcare standards, said the statement. Meanwhile, Mbuya Nehanda Maternity Hospital – a vital component of the Parirenyatwa – is also undergoing a major overhaul with demolition works at the site standing at 90 percent complete, paving the way for construction of a more advanced maternity unit.
“This facility is also undergoing a major overhaul, with demolition works 90 percent complete. The renovation aims to create a modern maternity care environment with upgraded ducts, plumbing and environmentally sustainable design,” said the statement.
The Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals has adopted a phased renovation approach, which is allowing critical services to continue without major disruption with officials saying this strategy has been key to balancing ongoing patient care with infrastructure development.
This ambitious refurbishment initiative is a clear reflection of the government’s focus on healthcare delivery under President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration, which has prioritised health infrastructure upgrades as part of its broader development agenda.
“The transformation of Parirenyatwa is not just about bricks and mortar—it is about creating a world-class healthcare system. It is about improving the experience of patients and the working conditions of our doctors and nurses,” said the statement.
As Zimbabwe looks toward its Vision 2030 goals, the ongoing improvements at Parirenyatwa signal a meaningful step forward in building a resilient, efficient, and patient-centred healthcare system. Once completed, the revamped facilities will greatly enhance the hospital’s capacity to serve the nation, providing accessible and quality care for all.
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