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Zambia Flying Doctor Service

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) is a grant-aided service delivery statutory board under the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia. It was founded by Dr. James Lawless in 1965. The FDS Act provides for the establishment, management and development of the Zambia Flying Doctor Service

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To provide cost effective, quality and efficient aero-medical services in remote, rural and hard to reach areas and other parts of the country in order to combat human diseases and save lives

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15 November 2025

By Public Relations Team

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INDO ZAMBIA BANK BOOSTS ZFDS CAPACITY WITH NEW SURGICAL AND DENTAL UNITS⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has today 15th November ,2025 received a major upgrade to its clinical capabilities following the official handover of a fully refurbished operating theatre and a state-of-the-art dental unit at the AeroMED James Lawless facility in Ndola.
The donation was formalized by Indo Zambia Bank (IZB), strengthening the public-private partnership aimed at enhancing specialized healthcare delivery across remote parts of the Country.
​The ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Health, Hon. Elijah Muchima, MP, who used the occasion to reaffirm the Government’s commitment to reinforcing national healthcare infrastructure.
​The Copperbelt Minister,Hon. Elisha Matambo also present at the handover, praised the revitalization efforts at ZFDS. He noted that the quality of service delivery now available at the James Lawless facility is “comparable to hospitals abroad,” signifying a major improvement in the Service’s infrastructure and operational capacity.
​Speaking on behalf of ZFDS, CEO Dr. George Nguni, expressed profound gratitude for the timely intervention. Dr. Nguni highlighted that the enhanced theatre and new dental equipment will significantly boost the Service’s ability to conduct high-quality surgical procedures and comprehensive dental care during their extensive outreach programs.
​Indo Zambia Bank’s Managing Director Mr. Brajesh Kumar Singh reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, guided by the philosophy that “healthy communities are strong communities.”
​The Managing Director detailed the Bank’s significant contributions to the health sector, which surpass ZMW two million with theater and dental equipment worth about ZMW one million being donated to the Service.
​ZFDS Board Chairperson, Dr. Rosemary Kumwenda, emphasized that the collaboration directly supports the Service’s core mandate: providing accessible, specialized, and life-saving healthcare services to hard-to-reach areas of Zambia.
His Royal Highness, ​Chief Nkambo delivered the vote of thanks, acknowledging the “remarkable improvements” in service delivery witnessed at ZFDS and celebrating the sustained collaboration that continues to yield tangible benefits for local communities.
Other notable dignitaries present were His Royal Highness Chief Chiwala of Masaiti and part of Ndola district. The Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary-Represented by MOH Director Clinical Care,Dr. Lisulo Walubita, The Copperbelt Province Permanent secretary,Mr. Lawrence Mwanza,The Ndola District Commissioner,Ms Precious Njekwa,The Provincial Health Director,Dr. Charles Mwinuna , The General Manager for Indo Zambia Bank,Mr Godwin Ngoma, Indo Zambia bank Assistant General Manager Mr. Chenjelani Banda ,The Children International Zambia Country Director Ms.Doras Chirwa - Represented by Mr. Vincent Simangolwa to mention but a few.
​The refurbished facility is immediately operational and expected to contribute to a substantial increase in the volume and complexity of surgical and dental services provided by the ZFDS.
As ZFDS we are grateful for the support given to us and for each and every stakeholder for being part of this achievement. We continue to pledge our commitment in ensuring Universal Healthcare is achieved for all.
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09 November 2025

By Public Relations Team

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ZFDS EMERGENCY EVACUATION SAVES SOLWEZI MAN⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) executed a vital emergency evacuation yesterday , airlifting a 28-year-old Road ,Traffic Accident victim from Solwezi to the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka.
The male patient was just hours away from potential permanent paralysis after suffering a fall from a truck on October 11, 2025.
A CT scan revealed a spinal fracture and dislocation that needed immediate neurosurgical intervention unavailable in the Northwestern Province.
Dr. Joshua Chisanga, Acting Senior Medical Superintendent at Solwezi, confirmed the prognosis, stating, "He required immediate transfer to a specialist unit to prevent the possibility of permanent paralysis."
Responding to the urgent request and approval via the Ministry of Health (MOH), ZFDS team immediately mobilized.
The Air Ambulance 9J-AGC was dispatched from Ndola's Zuze Air Base and It landed in Solwezi at 11:15 hours.
The mission, led by pilot Mr. Lasford Manchisi and Pilot Chanda Mupangwe, took off at 11:46 hours from Solwezi and landed safely at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (KKIA) ZAF base at 13:20 hours.
An emergency ambulance from UTH was already waiting at the Airport, rushing the patient straight to the neurosurgical unit for urgent treatment.
The seamless,transfer not only secured the specialist surgery but effectively saved the patient’s life by preventing irreversible damage.
We wish the patient a quick recovery.
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04 November 2025

By Public Relations Team

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ZFDS CONDUCTS MEDICAL EVACUATIONS ACROSS TWO PROVINCES⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) yesterday successfully executed life-saving emergency medical evacuation mission across two provinces, airlifting four patients from Chinsali General Hospital and one patient from Mansa General Hospital to Lusaka for advanced specialist treatment.
The urgent referral requests were made by Dr. Mackford Chipili, Medical Superintendent at Mansa General Hospital, and Dr. Simuyemba Kasuba, Acting Medical Superintendent at Chinsali General Hospital, citing the need for specialized intervention at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) and the National Heart Hospital.
Approval for the transfers was granted by the Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Dr. Lishimpi.
The ZFDS aircraft, registration 9J-FDS, commenced the mission from Ndola at 07:02 hours, landing in Mansa at 07:55 hours before proceeding to Chinsali, where it arrived at 10:30 hours. The medical team promptly prepared the patients for transfer, three of whom required continuous oxygen support.
The aircraft departed Chinsali at 11:31 hours, with ZFDS paramedics providing continuous in-flight medical monitoring and care. The mission was successfully completed under the command of Chief Pilot Patrick Kawanu and Co-Pilot Elvis Kite, with the aircraft landing safely in Lusaka at 13:20 hours.
Upon arrival at the Zambia Air Force (ZAF) Base at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, the patients were immediately handed over to awaiting ambulance teams and transferred to UTH and the National Heart Hospital for urgent management.
The Zambia Flying Doctor Service remains dedicated in its commitment to delivering cost-effective and efficient aeromedical services across the Country.

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