Tiyani Hahlani
Bikita Minerals recently partnered with a Chinese medical team for a two-day free medical outreach for the mining company’s employees and the wider community.
A wide range of health services were offers during the outreach, which was undertaken from July 01 – 02, 2025, at the mine clinic.
The event was hailed as a success by both workers and community members, many of whom struggle to access affordable healthcare in rural parts of Zimbabwe.
The Chinese 22nd Medical Team brought its renowned expertise in general consultations, diagnostics, minor surgeries, and health education services that are often out of reach for many in the region.
Bikita Minerals Public Relations Officer, Collen Nikisi, underscored the significance of the initiative.
“The wellness of our internal stakeholders is of paramount importance to us as a company, because the employee is the pillar of everything we do. We are pleased that some of our employees were among the beneficiaries of free surgeries performed by the Chinese Medical Team as this initiative does not only support the employees, but also their families,” said Nikisi.
He said Bikita Minerals continued to prioritise healthcare through its onsite medical facility, where employees receive treatment at subsidised cost.
“We run important health programmes like breast cancer awareness campaigns and host annual Workers’ Day medical check-ups with support from various health stakeholders. In October last year, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we brought in doctors to screen women at our workplace. We are deeply committed to the health of our people,” said Nikisi.
Employees at the mine expressed appreciation for the outreach, describing it as a much-needed gesture of care and commitment from their employer.
“We often work long hours in physically demanding conditions, and sometimes our health is compromised without us noticing. For the company to bring in such a professional medical team, free of charge, shows that they really care about our well-being. Many had conditions they never suspected they had diagnosed,” said an employee.
The outreach was also open to surrounding communities, many of whom lack access to affordable healthcare.
Vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses turned up in large numbers to take advantage of the free services.
