VOICED : In Zimbabwe nurses flee ailing hospitals

Virginia, a nurse in Harare, Zimbabwe, juggles her clinic job and a grocery store to make ends meet. Frustrated by low pay, she plans to move to the UK for better opportunities. The clinic suffers from staff shortages, and many nurses are emigrating due to economic challenges. The UK, facing a high demand for nurses, is a popular destination for Zimbabwean healthcare workers.

What are the reasons Virginia is planning to leave Zimbabwe?

How does Virginia's salary compare to what she could earn in the UK?

What challenges does Virginia face in her current job at the clinic?

What impact has the emigration of nurses had on Zimbabwe's healthcare system?

What factors are contributing to the high demand for nurses in the UK?