24 April 2007, by Derick Matsengarwodzi in Harare, Zimbabwe. Greater Mukume (38) needs $250 a month to prolong her life. For the third day she has skipped her medication. The single mother of five cannot afford the US$1 monthly bill.Her tale is touching. Sadly it is a daily occurrence. "I have to skip taking the pills so that they can last a little bit longer for me. I cannot afford to buy the antibiotic pills which cost $250,: she says. Her pale chapped skin reflects more. Five orphans to feed. Her lone battle with Tuberculosis. -  "I was diagnosed with TB after the death of my husband 3 years ago. I have not been married since then," she s…

-  My name is Derick Matsengarwodzi aged 29 from Harare Zimbabwe. A holder of Journalism and Communications Diploma from Christian College of Southern Africa (CCOSA).My interests include sport, showbiz, women, politics and travelling. I have written for The Worker, The Club, Herald, Daily News, The Zimbabwean (all Zimbabwe), CAJ News (South Africa).