Government Explains Why Zimbabwe Turned Down US$367 Million In US Health AidThe Zimbabwean government has defended its decision to reject a US$367 million health funding package from the United States (about R6.24 billion), saying it chose to protect citizens after objecting to conditions attached to the proposed assistance. Government Details Why US$367 Million Aid Was RejectedResponding to questions from Mbizo MP Corban Madzivanyika and Chiredzi Central MP Blessing Makumire, Dr Soda explained why the government did not accept the funding despite ongoing challenges in Zimbabwe’s health sector. Madzivanyika asked:“The Government of Zimbabwe rejected US$367 million from the American Government. Parliament Debates Zimbabwe’s Health FundingThe exchange took place in Parliament on 29 July 2026, as legislators questioned the government’s handling of health funding while the country continues to face pressure in the public health sector. The issue is likely to remain a subject of debate as lawmakers continue scrutinising funding for Zimbabwe’s healthcare system.