Our Milestones

2023
August
Conception
The conceptualization of the ZimSmart Villages

The conceptualization of the ZimSmart Villages program began, building upon existing telemedicine efforts in Zimbabwe.

2024
January
Pitching the Idea
Pitching the Idea

We initiated the year by pitching our innovative telehealth concept to the Minister and Secretary for Health and Child Care, alongside the submission of a
comprehensive operational framework for our telehealth facilities.

February
Crucial support
Obtaining Crucial support

With crucial support from the Ministry of ICT, we successfully launched a proof-of-concept pilot in Chikomba District, a pivotal step in laying the groundwork for
national integration of our digital health solutions.

May
Showcasing
Showcasing the idea

Our solution was showcased to government officials in Kwekwe, demonstrating its real-world impact. Later that month, the Health Ambassador officially launched our
program in Chiweshe, signifying a major transition from pilot phase to full national roll out.

June
Established
Established Five Health Kiosks

We established the first five Health and Commerce Kiosks within post offices,
providing underserved communities with integrated access to diagnostics, virtual
doctor consultations, and last-mile medication delivery.

August
Media engagement
Started media engagement

A media engagement workshop was hosted in Nyanga to raise awareness about our work among journalists and media houses, fostering broader understanding and support for our initiatives.

September
Prototyping
Prototyping our Telehealth

 The first prototype of our telehealth booth was completed. This innovative design aims to further decentralize healthcare access by enabling setup within shopping centers, bringing essential services even closer to communities

November
Invitation
Invitation to showcase

 ZimSmart Villages was invited to showcase its Booth model at the National Digital Health Indaba, highlighting our commitment to further decentralizing healthcare naccess. The Booth Model was subsequently launched in Nhedziwa by Senator Monica Mutsvangwa.

National Recognition
Impactful work
Winning 2nd place at POTRAZ

Our impactful work was recognized with prestigious awards,
including First Runner-Up at the National ICT Innovation Expo (POTRAZ) and the
National ICT Excellence Award for Best ICT Industry Disruptor 2024 (Ministry of ICT)

Partnership for Expansion
Partnership
Building strong connections

A significant partnership with the SAMP Group was
announced, poised to revolutionize healthcare in Zimbabwe. This collaboration aims to
establish 150 telehealth units and 750 booths in 2025, backed by an estimated investment of USD3.7 million.

December
Impact to Date
Strong Impact

 As of December 2024, ZimSmart Villages has established 17 telehealth access points nationwide, with 12 operating within Zimbabwe Post Office facilities. We have facilitated over 1,500 telehealth consultations, 5,500 visits for blood pressure and diabetes checks, and at least 2,000 eye care consultations, significantly contributing to improved health outcomes in underserved communities.