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Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia.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

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More than 65 women have been screened for cervical cancer, while 25 men have undergone Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) within the first two days of a week-long medical outreach by the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) in Senga Hill District.
The ZFDS medical team set up camp at Mambwe Mission Hospital on Monday and Mpande Rural Health Centre on Tuesday, recording a significant turnout from residents eager to access specialised services.
In just two days, more than 300 patients benefited from general medical screenings across the two facilities.
Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of death among women in Zambia. During the screenings, clinicians identified several cases requiring urgent surgical intervention. At Mpande, demand more than doubled on the second day, leading to referrals for procedures to remove abnormal tissue and manage cases of cervical prolapse.
Uptake for VMMC services was equally strong, with all participants on the second day aged 15 years and above — a key demographic in Zambia’s national HIV prevention strategy.
Laboratory teams confirmed 65 malaria cases, while dental teams conducted over 200 procedures, highlighting the wide range of services being accessed by the community.
The outreach programme is ongoing and is expected to conclude on Sunday.

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18 February 2026

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For many of the 120,000 residents of Zimba District in Southern Province, the arrival of the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) is more than a medical visit , it is a lifeline.
"Whenever communities hear that ZFDS is visiting, they become hopeful, knowing that many lives could be impacted," said District Commissioner Rabson Mulamfu.
The district's rugged terrain makes healthcare access difficult, particularly during the rainy season. Mr Mulamfu recalled one incident in Kamukeza where an ambulance was swept away by strong currents while attempting to reach patients.
"They know these outreaches save lives that would otherwise be at risk due to isolation," he said.
The district also lacks specialist services, forcing many families to travel long distances for treatment they cannot access locally.
ZFDS team arrived on Monday for a week-long outreach running until Sunday.
A medical team is visiting seven rural health facilities across the district, while a specialist surgical team is based at the district hospital to carry out operations.

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17 February 2026

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A beneficiary of the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board (WCFCB) was repatriated to Mufulira by the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) yesterday afternoon , February 16, 2026.
This aeromedical evacuation exercise follows weeks of specialized medical care at Lusaka International Hospital.
The patient, a Mufulira resident, had been evacuated to Lusaka on January 22, 2026, for advanced management at Lusaka International Hospital.
Following the official discharge, Mr. Maybin Nkolomba, the WCFCB Director for Compliance and Compensation Services, requested the ZFDS to facilitate the patient's return home.
The evcaution was carried out using the ZFDS medical helicopter, registration 9J-KDK. The aircraft went airborne from Lusaka at 13:07 hours.
After a flight of approximately two and a half hours, the helicopter touched down at Shinde Stadium in Mufulira at 15:40 hours.
Upon arrival, the patient was safely handed over to a WCFCB representative to continue their recovery at home.
Arising from the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board (WCFCB) and the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS), we remain committed to ensuring that quality healthcare for workers’ compensation beneficiaries is continuously delivered, strengthened, and enhanced.

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