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October 15, 2025

Presentation about ERCZ, stripes week and epilepsy: From Voices to Action: Recognising the Work of Grassroots Organisations

by Munashe Huvasa, Erina Nyahwema, Shumirai Marovanyanga, Zvanaka Mutasa and Kesley Mukome Presented at Zebra Stripes Week Seminar 2025 at Sharon Cohen Special School, Unit K, Chitungwiza on 11 October 2025 About Epilepsy Resource Centre Zimbabwe (ERCZ) History The Epilepsy Resource Centre Zimbabwe (ERCZ) was formed in 2018 and registered in 2019 after the founders identified a gap in services and support for people with epilepsy in Zimbabwe, particularly in Chitungwiza and surrounding areas. In 2020, ERCZ became a member of the Epilepsy Alliance Africa (EAA) and began operating online during the COVID-19 pandemic. Objectives The objectives of ERCZ are […]

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October 15, 2025

My Epilepsy Journey: A Lived Experience

By Memory Musendo My name is Memory Musendo. I am 36 years old and was diagnosed with epilepsy at 21. Despite being on medication, my condition affected my family life and eventually led to divorce. Continued medical support, including medication adjustments and tests like EEG and MRI, helped me manage my seizures better. Organisations such as the Epilepsy Resource Centre Zimbabwe (ERCZ) and the Epilepsy Support Foundation (ESF) have been instrumental in supporting me. I have learned to identify triggers such as flower scents, excitement, and fire. I urge others to take medication consistently and participate in workshops and support […]

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October 15, 2025

Zebra Stripes Week Seminar – Building Awareness and Inclusion

by Erina Nyahwema On 10 October 2025, the Epilepsy Resource Centre Zimbabwe (ERCZ) and the Epilepsy Support Foundation (ESF) hosted a Zebra Stripes Week Seminar at Sharon Cohen. The event brought together 40 participants, including teachers, parents, children, service users, and organisers. Twelve teachers represented four schools: Tamuka, St Mary’s, Zengeza 7, and Sharon Cohen. Other attendees included members from Green Light International Trust, Vana Vedu Organisation, ERCZ service users, and parents and children living with epilepsy. Key sessions covered an introduction to the hosting organisations, an overview of Zebra Stripes Week, and discussions on epilepsy causes, symptoms, triggers, and […]

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May 21, 2024

Africa Day Epilepsy Indaba (Online Webinar) 31 May 2024

You are cordially invited to a webinar on epilepsy on 31 May 2024. Please see details belowAfrica Day Epilepsy Indaba (Online Webinar)Thursday, 31 May 2024, 9am CATZimbabwe League Against Epilepsy, Epilepsy Resource Centre and Epilepsy Alliance AfricaTheme: Caregiving and epilepsyZoom ID: 832 7214 2656Passcode: umojaURL: https://uow-au.zoom.us/j/83272142656?pwd=bGRTWE9YZHI4Y0hTZ3lkNzdVTi9DQT09Presenters• Dr Gift W. Ngwende, ZLAE, University of Zimbabwe; Title: Reducing Epilepsy Treatment Gap in Zimbabwe• Professor Najib Kissani, EAA President, Neurologist; Title: Work of the Epilepsy Alliance Africa (EAA)• Mr Taurai Kadzviti, ESF, ERCZ, past President EAA; Title: Epilepsy as a invisible disability• Professor Arjune Sen, AGENDA Project; Title: Epilepsy in older people• Naomi […]

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November 24, 2023

Training Nurses, General Medical Officers (GMOs), and Allied Health Workers (AHW) on epilepsy

(Name of training in Shona language: Kuvandudza ruzivo neunyanzvi hwana Chiremba, Mukoti neVashandi Vanotsigira Utano nezve pfari) Purpose of Training This initiative, sponsored by the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) Africa Region and in collaboration with key partners such as the Zimbabwe League Against Epilepsy (ZLAE), Epilepsy Resource Centre Zimbabwe (ERCZ), College of Primary Care Physicians of Zimbabwe (CPCPZ), and Epilepsy Support Foundation (ESF), aims to bridge knowledge gaps about epilepsy in Zimbabwe. Objectives include providing essential skills to healthcare professionals, focusing on childhood and selected adult forms of epilepsy, technological advancements in epilepsy management, combating stigma, and contributing to […]

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