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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the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia.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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21 February 2026

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EMERGENCY SURGERY SAVES TEENAGE MOTHER AND BABY AT ZIMBA MISSION HOSPITAL ⭐️

A 16-year-old girl from a remote village nearly four hours from Zimba Town in Southern Province has undergone a life-saving emergency Caesarean section after developing serious complications during labour.
Her case is one of three high-risk obstetric emergencies successfully managed at Zimba Mission Hospital by a specialist team deployed by the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS).
The team was led by General Surgeon Dr. Emmanuel Siachaya, who attended to the teenager from the Nyawa area after she exceeded her due date.
Labour was induced, but after 24 hours there was no progress. A medical assessment confirmed cephalopelvic disproportion — a condition in which the pelvis is too small to allow for safe vaginal delivery leaving doctors with no option but to perform an emergency Caesarean section.
Both mother and baby survived the procedure and are recovering well. Health workers say her case reflects a broader pattern in rural communities, where young mothers face disproportionately higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth, often with limited access to specialist care.
The second case involved a 27-year-old mother of five who had experienced repeated contraceptive failure and short intervals between pregnancies. After receiving counselling, she requested a bilateral tubal ligation,a permanent surgical procedure to prevent further pregnancies. She indicated that she had completed her family, and spousal consent was obtained before the procedure was performed.
The third case involved a 43-year-old woman who travelled approximately 50 kilometres from Njabalombe. She presented with a breech pregnancy ,where the baby is positioned feet-first rather than head-first and underwent a Caesarean section, during which a tubal ligation was also performed.It was her ninth pregnancy.
Medical risk factors included her age, high parity, and gestational diabetes. Her husband also provided consent for the procedure.
ZFDS is currently undertaking routine and specialised medical outreach services in Zimba District for a period of seven (7) days, continuing its mission to bridge the healthcare gap in hard-to-reach communities.
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21 February 2026

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ZFDS PERFORMS RARE PANCREATIC SURGERY AT ZIMBA MISSION HOSPITAL⭐️

Surgeons deployed to Zimba, Southern Province, by the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) have successfully performed a complex pancreatic operation at Zimba Mission Hospital.
The two-hour procedure was led by General Surgeon Dr. Siachaya, assisted by Dr. Miyambo and theatre staff.
The patient, who had been experiencing persistent abdominal pain, was diagnosed with a large fluid-filled cyst on the pancreas measuring approximately six by eight centimetres and containing nearly 1.6 litres of fluid.
Owing to the size of the cyst, the surgical team could not use the standard drainage technique. Instead, they performed a cystojejunostomy , a more advanced procedure that creates a direct connection between the cyst and the small intestine, allowing the fluid to drain safely and effectively.
The operation was completed without complications. The patient was breathing independently upon leaving the operating theatre and was transferred to the recovery ward in stable condition, where medical staff continue to monitor his progress closely.
The Ministry of Health, through the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS), continues to provide medical services free of charge, ensuring increased access to quality healthcare and advancing the goal of universal health coverage for all citizens, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach communities.
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20 February 2026

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ZFDS CELEBRATES NEW CAPTAINS : CHANDA MUMPANGWE & SIPHOSAMI ZULU✈️⭐

Behind every successful medical evacuation is a skilled and dedicated pilot. Today, ZFDS proudly celebrates our pilots who have earned their upgrade to Captain on the Cessna Caravan.
This milestone represents not only flying hours and technical excellence, but unwavering commitment to serving Zambia’s most remote communities.
The Captain’s seat carries immense responsibility leadership, sound judgement, and the safety of patients, medical crews, and aircraft. This achievement reflects discipline, resilience, and readiness to lead missions that bring critical healthcare to rural Zambia. Commanding the Caravan means carrying lives, hope, and trust on every flight.
As they take command, we are confident they will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and dedication to life-saving missions as enshrined in our mission and mandate as ZFDS.
On behalf of the Chief Executive Officer and the entire ZFDS, We say Congratulations Captain Chanda Mumpangwe and Captain Siphosami Zulu we are extremely proud of you 👏
May God bless you in this new step, we celebrate this achievement.

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