A total of 600 cataract patients in Zimbabwe are set to receive free surgeries from Chinese doctors under the China-aided “Bright Journey” programme.
Hong Xiuqin, the team leader, mentioned to Xinhua on Wednesday that a group of 12 doctors from China’s Hunan Provincial People’s Hospital will be performing the surgeries from February 23 to March 1 in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.
Screening for eligible patients commenced on February 12 and is currently ongoing, Hong noted. Additionally, the Chinese medical team will be collaborating with local doctors, providing on-site training, and engaging in academic exchanges with Zimbabwean healthcare personnel.
This programme marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Zimbabwe and the 40th anniversary of bilateral medical cooperation.
