Deputy Minister of Health and Child Care, Sleiman Kwidini, on Saturday, officially launched the Rerai Umntwana app, a new digital platform designed to give parents and guardians easier access to essential child healthcare information and guidance.
Speaking at the launch event, Kwidini said the application marks a significant milestone in strengthening child health support systems and empowering families with reliable medical information.
“The Rerai Umntwana app is a practical response to the realities of our time, where digital tools are increasingly shaping how people access services and information.
Through this innovation, we are placing vital child healthcare guidance directly into the hands of parents and guardians,”he added.
He indicated that the platform was developed to bridge information gaps and ensures caregivers have immediate access to credible, easy-to-understand health resources.
“Parents are often confronted with uncertainty, especially in the early stages of a child’s life.This application provides accessible, accurate, and timely information on child health, growth, nutrition, and general well-being,”Kwidini said.
The Deputy Minister also emphasised that the initiative aligns with Government’s broader digitalisation agenda within the health sector.
“As Government, we are committed to modernising healthcare delivery and leveraging technology to improve service accessibility.
Digital solutions such as Rerai Umntwana complement the work of our healthcare professionals by enhancing awareness and promoting preventive care,” he added
He urged parents and guardians to embrace the platform, noting that informed caregivers play a critical role in safeguarding child health.
“This app is not intended to replace medical consultation, but to strengthen knowledge and encourage responsible health-seeking behaviour.
We want parents to feel supported, informed, and confident in making decisions concerning their children’s health,”said Kwidini.
The Deputy Minister said the availability of the application on major platforms ensures wide reach.
“We are pleased that the Rerai Umntwana app is now available on the App Store and Google Play Store. This accessibility ensures that families across the country can benefit from this resource regardless of device preference,”he said
Zimbabwe has been intensifying efforts to integrate digital technologies into the healthcare system as part of wider reforms aimed at improving efficiency, accessibility, and public health education.
