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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the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia.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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04 October 2026

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ZFDS AND MWANSABOMBWE DISTRICT EMERGENCY STEPS UP CHOLERA RESPONSE IN LUAPULA, TARGETS HIGH-RISK FISHING CAMPS ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) working with the District Emergency team has intensified its contribution to the fight against cholera in Luapula Province, taking the response directly into high-risk fishing communities where overcrowding, limited access to safe water and inadequate sanitation increase the risk of disease transmission.
Through its Ng’anga Bilonda Hospital in Mwansabombwe, The district emergency team deployed an outreach team to Londoni, Chibobwe 1 and Chibobwe 2 fishing camps, identified as areas of concern in the ongoing cholera outbreak.
Led by Ng’anga Bilonda Hospital Director, Mr Lubinda Mpundu, and working in collaboration with traditional and district leadership, the team continues to target community interventions aimed at detecting cases early, preventing new infections and breaking the chain of transmission.
The response included:
* Active case searches to identify suspected cholera cases and facilitate timely treatment;
* Community health education on cholera prevention, safe water, hygiene and sanitation;
* Disinfection of toilets to minimise contamination and disease transmission;
* Distribution of liquid chlorine to enable households to treat drinking water; and
* Distribution of condoms as part of broader health promotion activities.
Fishing camps remain particularly vulnerable to waterborne diseases due to their temporary and densely populated nature, coupled with challenges in accessing safe water and adequate sanitation facilities.
By taking prevention and early detection services directly to these communities, with support from collaborating partners such as Children International Zambia (CIZ) with a donation of soaps ,Oral rehydration salts and paracetamol. ZFDS is helping to strengthen the frontline response and protect not only the affected camps, but also surrounding communities.
Mr Mpundu commended ZFDS Chief Executive Officer, Dr George Ng’uni, and Management for the essential supplies sent to strengthen the cholera response, including lime contributed by various stakeholders for distribution to the fishing camps.
The lime will be prioritised for use around pit latrines to support disinfection and reduce the risk of further contamination.
“We are grateful for the support we have received. We will ensure that the lime reaches the fishing camps, with particular attention to pit latrines,” said Mr Mpundu.
The Ministry of Health, through ZFDS, remains committed to working alongside health authorities, communities and partners to strengthen the cholera response in Luapula Province.
ZFDS urges communities to remain vigilant and take preventive measures seriously by treating drinking water, practising good hygiene, using latrines and maintaining proper sanitation.
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as severe diarrhoea and vomiting should seek medical attention immediately.
Together, we can break the chain of cholera transmission and protect our communities.
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01 October 2026

By Public Relations Team

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ZFDS MOUNTS SWIFT AIR RESPONSE FOR SPECIALISED PATIENT CARE ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has successfully conducted an emergency medical evacuation of a 49-year-old female patient from Ndola Teaching Hospital to the National Heart Hospital in Lusaka for specialised management.
Following consultation with specialists at the National Heart Hospital, an emergency referral was recommended.
The urgent request for air ambulance support was made by Dr Misa Funjika, Head of Clinical Care, on behalf of the Senior Medical Superintendent at Ndola Teaching Hospital.
ZFDS promptly responded by transporting the patient by ambulance from Ndola Teaching Hospital to the ZFDS Headquarters. The ground transfer was undertaken by Adrian Mwinuna, with Paramedic Beatrice Chikumbi providing care throughout the journey.
At ZFDS, the patient was transferred onto ZFDS aircraft 9J-FDS, operated by Captain Siphosami Zulu and Captain Elvis Kite. In-flight medical care was provided by Paramedics Prince Mwewa and Suzen Banda.
The patient was safely flown to Lusaka for continued specialised management at the National Heart Hospital.
This evacuation highlights the critical role of ZFDS in providing timely air medical transport and bridging access to specialised healthcare services, particularly for patients whose required care is not readily available at their referring facilities.
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30 September 2026

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ZFDS STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIP WITH MOPANI COPPER MINES ⭐️

As part of its continued efforts to build strong and strategic partnerships that enhance healthcare access, the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) was delighted to welcome Dr. MD Sharma, Manager – Medical Services, Mopani Copper Mines, and Dr. Boniface Zulu, Medical Superintendent, Wusakile Mine Hospital, to ZFDS.
The delegation was welcomed by Dr. Tendai Mweemba, Acting Director – Medical Services, ZFDS, together with Senior Business Development Officer, Mrs. Tabitha M. Banda, Chief Pilot Col.Zacharia Mbewe and the ZFDS team.
The engagement provided an opportunity for ZFDS and Mopani Copper Mines to explore practical areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening emergency medical support, patient transfers, referrals, air ambulance services, and coordinated healthcare services for employees served by Mopani.
A key outcome of the engagement was the agreement to further develop a collaboration framework between ZFDS and Mopani Copper Mines, with the two institutions set to engage further on specific areas of partnership and implementation modalities.
The proposed collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and facilitating timely access to appropriate medical services when and where they are needed.
ZFDS remains committed to building strategic partnerships that contribute to improved healthcare access, coordinated service delivery, and better health outcomes.

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