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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the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia.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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19 October 2026

By Public Relations Team

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has launched a cholera sensitisation campaign in Ndola, beginning with a community outreach exercise in Nkwazi Township aimed at strengthening cholera prevention ahead of the anticipated rainy season.
The exercise, which kicked off at James Lawless facilities, was led by ZFDS Chief Executive Officer, Dr. George Ng’uni, and attended by Copperbelt Provincial Health Director, Dr. Charles Mwinuna; Ndola District Commissioner, Ms. Precious Njekwa; and Ndola City Mayor, His Worship Kennedy Kasaba, alongside ZFDS members of staff and representatives of cooperating partners. The initiative received support from Children International Zambia (CIZ) and Neelkanth Lime, in support of the Ministry of Health’s efforts to prevent cholera outbreaks.
As the country prepares for the rainy season, when the risk of cholera outbreaks can increase, the Ministry of Health, through ZFDS, is working with cooperating partners to promote preventive measures and raise awareness about safe water, proper sanitation and good hygiene practices.
During the exercise, the team moved around Nkwazi Township, distributing chlorine and soap to households, treating household water points with chlorine, and applying lime to pit latrines to promote improved sanitation and help reduce the risk of cholera transmission.
The Ministry of Health, through the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS), remains committed to the national fight against cholera through community outreach and preventive interventions.The campaign is expected to extend to Masala, Chipulukusu and Sakania, promoting safe water, proper sanitation and good hygiene practices.
At ZFDS we continue to promote clean health practices in all we do.

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17 October 2026

By Public Relations Team

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has been commended for extending its cholera prevention and sensitisation campaign to Lumpuma Day Secondary School in rural Lufwanyama District on the Copperbelt Province.
As part of the initiative, ZFDS distributed hygiene kits donated by Children International Zambia to support cholera prevention efforts and sensitised learners on the importance of proper hygiene and sanitation in preventing the spread of cholera.
School Headteacher, Justine Bwalya, commended ZFDS for remembering the school and extending the campaign to rural communities, noting that the initiative would contribute to strengthening cholera prevention efforts.
Meanwhile, Chief Lumpuma of the Lamba-speaking people, through his retainer, Benard Kalepa, welcomed the outreach, observing that taking cholera sensitisation to rural schools would help spread awareness quickly as learners share the knowledge acquired with their families and communities.
The Ministry of Health through ZFDS remains committed to supporting public health initiatives through community sensitisation, disease prevention and the promotion of good hygiene practices to protect lives.

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16 October 2026

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) continues to invest in the professional development of its healthcare workers through ongoing paediatric training aimed at strengthening the delivery of quality healthcare services to children.
The training conducted by Sr Mutinta Chuba was done to enhance staff knowledge, practical skills and competencies, ensuring that healthcare workers are better equipped to respond effectively to the unique healthcare needs of children.
Through continuous professional development, ZFDS remains committed to strengthening clinical capacity, improving patient outcomes and promoting the delivery of safe, compassionate and effective paediatric care across the communities it serves.
At ZFDS, we recognise that investing in our people is an investment in healthier children and stronger communities.

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Plot number 2965, Hangar No 1B at Zuze Airforce Base, Ndola.

(+260) 212-618228, 00212-613890, 0212611417/8

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