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Mr President Hakainde Hichilema

Republican President

Fellow Citizens, health is key to attaining a healthy and productive population. Health is not only a social determinant but an economic commodity to enhance human development. There are, however, inequalities in health service delivery, especially between rural and urban areas. This calls for institutional and systems strengthening to ensure health security for the nation. Our administration will enhance healthcare financing to improve the quality of health service delivery. We will also ensure that rural and urban communities are involved in the planning and delivery of health services as closer to our people as possible.

Hon. Elijah Julaki Muchima

Minister of Health

The Ministry aims to provide effective quality healthcare services close to the family as possible. This ensures equity of access to health service delivery and contributes to the human and socioeconomic development. The ministry also targets to attain Sustainable Development Goals on health and other national health priorities.

Dr Rosemary Kumwenda

Board Chairperson

As part of our mandate, we must endeavor to reach out to all corners of the country inclusive of the hard-to-reach areas. To make this achievable in the shortest possible time, we signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Zambia Air Force for enhanced support towards our activities. We, therefore, lay a challenge to all employees to up their game, while an assurance goes out to all Zambians that we shall endeavour to provide the best aeromedical services.

Dr. George Ng'uni

Chief Executive Officer

As we embark on a renewed journey of becoming the leading and preferred aero-medical service provider, our focus on provision of cost-effective, quality, and efficient aero-medical services to remote hard-to-reach areas and other places countrywide is key. This is the sure way to contribute to the improvement of the well-being of our fellow citizens. Clearly, there is inequitable access to basic health services in our country between provinces and between urban and rural areas. In urban areas, 99 percent of households are within 5 kilometres of a health facility compared to 50 per cent in rural areas.

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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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31 December 2025

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ZFDS CELEBRATES A YEAR OF EXCELLENCE 🌟

ZFDS staff gathered at James Lawless AeroMED Hospital in Ndola for the end of the year devotion, celebrating a year of growth, resilience, and service. The event featured uplifting praise from the ZFDS Mass Choir and an inspiring message by Rev. Erica M. Mumba on gratitude and unity urging everyone to reflect on both the highs and lows of the year. She preached the invaluable role of healthcare workers in their communities.

Following the sermon, ZFDS CEO, Dr. George Ng'uni called the Executive Management Team forward for prayer urging workers to serve clients and patients with care and diligence, allowing God's glory to shine through their work. 2025 has been a year of excellence, with numerous achievements and key milestones reached despite challenges in delivering services to rural areas. 3 outstanding volunteers were recognized and awarded permanent positions in appreciation of their commitment.

Key promotions and appointments were also announced as ZFDS continues to strengthen healthcare delivery through aviation and medical services.

As we look ahead to 2026, ZFDS remains committed to unity, excellence, and compassionate service. We wish everyone good health and God’s blessings.

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29 December 2025

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GOVERNMENT VISION TAKES FLIGHT AS ZFDS KING AIR BEECHCRAFT B200 IS UNVEILED ⭐️

Ndola, 29th December 2025 , The Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Elijah Muchima, today officially commissioned the Beechcraft King Air B200 at the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) Headquarters in Ndola, marking a major milestone in the revitalisation of the country’s emergency medical aviation services.

Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Hon. Dr. Muchima described the transformation of ZFDS as a powerful symbol of a “promise kept” by the Government to the Zambian people. He emphasized that the addition of the King Air B200 reflects the successful implementation of a deliberate and strategic vision to restore an institution that had previously struggled with ageing infrastructure and limited operational capacity.

The event was attended by several senior government and civic leaders, including Copperbelt Deputy Provincial Permanent Secretary Mr. Daniel Kamenga, Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services Dr. Kennedy Lishimpi, Bwana Mukubwa Member of Parliament Hon. Warren Mwambazi, Ndola Mayor His Worship Mr. Jones Kalyati, Ndola District Commissioner Ms. Precious Njekwa, Copperbelt Provincial Health Director Dr. Charles Mwinuna, and Zambia Civil Aviation Authority Director General Captain Derrick Luembe, various stakeholders ,among others.

Dr. Muchima highlighted the contrast between the state of ZFDS when the New Dawn Government assumed office ,when only one was serviceable and maintenance backlogs were overwhelming and the present reality.

Under the leadership of Republican President Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, the Government recapitalised ZFDS with an investment of K167 million, leading to the acquisition of additional aircraft and improved infrastructure.

ZFDS Chief Executive Officer Dr. George Ng’uni expressed gratitude to President Hichilema for his unwavering support, noting that ZFDS has expanded its outreach programmes from just three per year to eight concurrent monthly missions, reaching over 144,000 patients in 2025 alone.

Ndola Mayor Mr. Jones Kalyati shared a personal testimony, describing ZFDS as “family,” and encouraged Ndola residents to utilise the world class medical services available locally rather than seeking treatment abroad.

Senior Chief Chiwala of Masaiti attending with Chief Nkambo, expressed deep satisfaction with the transformation, noting how the expanded reach brings hope to rural communities.

Representing the Copperbelt Minister Hon. Elisha Matambo, Deputy PS Mr. Daniel Kamenga acknowledged that ZFDS has been restored from the brink of collapse and now operates a fleet of four air services, supported by upgraded facilities. The Copperbelt Minister further commended the ZFDS team for their effective stewardship, citing the transformation of the AeroMED James Lawless Facility into a world-class diagnostic and surgical hub as a model for other parastatals.

In closing, Copperbelt Provincial Health Director Dr. Charles Mwinuna delivered a vote of thanks to the Government and all stakeholders for their continued support in advancing Universal Health Coverage in Zambia.

As ZFDS, we remain deeply grateful to the Government of the Republic of Zambia, the Ministry of Health, and above all, God, for this remarkable achievement.

This milestone marks the beginning of even greater accomplishments for the Zambia Flying Doctor Service. Well done team ZFDS

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19 December 2025

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A Successful 2025 for ZFDS ⭐️

This morning, ZFDS Management team led by the Chief Executive Officer,Dr. George Ng’uni paid a courtesy call on the Copperbelt Province Minister, Hon. Elisha Matambo and the Provincial leadership, during which key achievements recorded in 2025 were highlighted.

Among the notable milestones achieved were:

1. The acquisition of a helicopter to enhance emergency response and outreach services;

2. A total of 1,000 flight hours, covering an approximate distance of 50,000 kilometers evacuating patients and conducting medical evacuations;

3. The official opening of the theatre, significantly enhancing ZFDS’s capacity to provide advanced surgical and emergency medical services;

4. Significant progress in the medical sector, with 143,943 patients attended to and 374 medical facilities visited across 58 districts;

5. The upgrading of the James Lawless facility to a Level One Hospital by the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ);

Looking ahead, ZFDS is set to receive its first-ever pressurised aircraft in the coming weeks. This development will greatly enhance effective and efficient service delivery, particularly to hard-to-reach areas.

As we prepare for an even greater 2026, we remain deeply grateful for the unwavering support received throughout 2025.

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