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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the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia.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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03 March 2026

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has undertaken an emergency medical evacuation of an 87-year-old male patient from Loloma Mission Hospital in Manyinga to Maina Soko Hospital in Lusaka for specialized medical management.
ZFDS aircraft Helicopter 9J-KDK with Senior Pilot Zachariah Mbewe and Co -Pilot Timothy Gibbs was deployed for the first leg of the operation from pick up point in solwezi to Ndola.
Later ZFDS aircraft caravan 9J AGC with Captain Chanda Mumpangwe and Co -Pilot Siposami Zulu took over the second leg of the operation departing from the ZFDS base at 13:50 hours arriving in Lusaka's Kenneth Kaunda international airport at 14:50 hours.
Dr. Nkonde Mukeya, Medical Officer In-Charge at Loloma Mission Hospital, requested authorization from the Ministry of Health for the urgent evacuation, noting that the patient's condition had not improved despite treatment over the past two days.
ZFDS paramedics Dr. Mesha Shimumba and Prince Mwewa monitored the patient to maintain stability during the flight.
Upon arrival, the patient was safely transferred into the care of the medical team from Maina Soko Military Hospital who were waiting at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport for advanced medical treatment.
The operation reaffirms the dedication of ZFDS to providing prompt aero-medical services to hard-to-reach and rural communities, thereby strengthening access to specialized healthcare for critically ill patients across the Country.

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28 February 2026

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) provided on-site medical services to hundreds of attendees during the 2026 Ncwala Traditional Ceremony held in Chipata District, Eastern province.
The medical team set up camp just outside the main arena to ensure easy access to health services for the large number of people who gathered for this year’s event.
The 2026 Nc’wala Traditional Ceremony was officiated by the President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, who was accompanied by senior Government officials and delegates from Malawi, led by Malawian Vice President Dr. Jane Ansah,SC.
ZFDS Senior Medical Officer and Team Lead for the outreach, Dr. Jonathan Masalo, revealed that the team screened over 455 people during the ceremony. He noted that the most common conditions recorded were dermatological cases, diarrhoeal diseases, and respiratory infections.
In collaboration with Children International Zambia, (CIZ) ZFDS also distributed hygiene kits to attendees at the arena as part of efforts to promote preventive healthcare.
The Nc’wala Ceremony is one of Zambia’s most significant traditional ceremonies, celebrated annually by the Ngoni people in the Eastern Province.
 
By participating in events such as Nc’wala, ZFDS not only provides essential services but the act also demonstrates commitment to supporting communities during important national and cultural ceremonies.

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27 February 2026

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The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has established a medical camp at Mutenguleni Village in Chipata District to provide health services during the annual Nc’wala Traditional Ceremony of the Ngoni people.
Led by Director of Legal Services and Corporate Affairs, Luyando Mbilika Shimalukwe, the ZFDS team commenced its mission with a courtesy call on the Eastern Provincial Health Office. During the meeting, she assured provincial health authorities that the team was fully prepared to deliver comprehensive medical services to the thousands of people attending the ceremony. She emphasized that the outreach forms part of ZFDS’ continued commitment to supplement Government efforts through the Ministry of Health in ensuring effective and efficient healthcare service delivery.
The team later paid a courtesy call on His Royal Highness Chief Mpezeni IV at Laweni Palace, reaffirming ZFDS’ support to the Ngoni community during this significant cultural event. She conveyed goodwill messages from the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. George Ng’uni, stating:
“Our CEO deeply values the leadership of Your Royal Highness and recognizes the importance of the work taking place under your guidance.”
She further thanked His Royal Highness for his continued support to the Service during the ceremony and reaffirmed that ZFDS remains a dependable partner in strengthening healthcare service delivery within the chiefdom.
The Nc’wala Traditional Ceremony, held annually in Chipata District of Eastern Province, is a vibrant celebration of the first harvest of the year by the Ngoni people. The event attracts large crowds from across Zambia and beyond.
During the ceremony, the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) is providing free medical services led by Senior Medical Doctor, Dr. Jonathan Masalo. The services include general medical screening, eye care services, dental care, laboratory services, and pharmacy support.
These services are aimed at ensuring that attendees have access to essential healthcare throughout the festivities.

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