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A leading telecommunications company, NetOne Cellular (Private) Limited, has introduced a pioneering Virtual Telemedicine Hospital in Ntunungwe, Matabeleland South, creating one of Zimbabwe’s initial fully digital rural health centers.

The project, introduced on October 25 together with the opening of the Ntunungwe Clinic, uses modern communication networks to provide instant medical advice to people in some of the nation’s most isolated areas.

The CEO of NetOne Group, Raphael Mushanawani, stated that the initiative will enable villagers to consult with physicians located hundreds of kilometers away, get instant medical advice, and receive sophisticated diagnostic services without having to leave their community.

Currently, history is being made in Ntunungwe. We have come together not just to cut a ribbon or begin digging the earth, but to start a new chapter in the narrative of rural healthcare in Zimbabwe — the establishment of the Ntunungwe Virtual Telemedicine Hospital and the foundation stone of the Ntunungwe Clinic.

This is a day rooted in belief and achievement — a day where hope becomes tangible, driven by innovation, empathy, and collaboration.

For years, groups such as Ntunungwe have struggled to obtain medical care. Mothers have journeyed great distances with their ailing children. The elderly have suffered without prompt assistance. However, now, we gather to declare: aid has arrived locally,” Mushanawani stated.

Mushanawani characterized the facility as “a hospital without walls; a medical link between Ntunungwe and the rest of Zimbabwe,” emphasizing the ability of digital technology to transform healthcare availability.

The introduction highlights NetOne’s dedication to social influence via its OneHealth initiative, designed to incorporate technology into government services.

This Online Healthcare Facility is more than just a kiosk — it is a hospital without boundaries; a medical link connecting Ntunungwe to the rest of Zimbabwe.

This breakthrough positions Ntunungwe as a hub of medical excellence, where technology and empathy come together to preserve lives.

The program closely matches Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 and National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1), which aim to enhance inclusion and promote socio-economic growth.

Mushanawani presented the hospital as an example of public-private cooperation in providing services. Local leaders and community elders were also in attendance, highlighting the initiative’s grassroots credibility.

For the people of Ntunungwe, the project marks a significant advancement. Mothers and children, who once had to go far for medical assistance, now can quickly obtain expert medical guidance.

“From this day onward, no individual in Ntunungwe should endure hardship without speaking out,” Mushanawani stated.

Experts note that the virtual hospital establishes a new standard for digital healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa, showcasing how telecommunications networks can be utilized to provide essential public services and promote social and economic integration.

For NetOne, the initiative boosts its corporate image, demonstrating that commercial telecommunications networks can create measurable social benefits while aiding national development goals.

The Ntunungwe project may encourage comparable public-private collaborations throughout the area, establishing the nation as a possible center for digital health innovation and rural service provision in Africa.

As per NetOne, the Ntunungwe Virtual Telemedicine Hospital serves as a notable example of that vision — a real-life demonstration of what can be accomplished when government, industry, and local communities collaborate for a common goal.