The Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM) is a quarterly peer-reviewed general medical journal that aims to advance medical education and research in Africa. Its focus is on broad medical themes which reflect prevalent and significant conditions in the field. Enquiries can be directed to the Editor-in-Chief through the following email addresses: cajm@uzlib.uz.ac.zw and cajm@medsch.uz.ac.zw. CAJM accepts article or paper submissions through the same emails addresses during submission timelines defined by circulated calls for papers. CAJM Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Professor C E Ndhlovu.