The Ministry of Health has launched the 2025 Guidelines for Prevention, Diagnosis, Care and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis Infection, a comprehensive resource designed to strengthen Zambia’s response to viral hepatitis. Developed with support from the National HIV/AIDS/STI/TB Council (NAC) and other health sector partners, the guidelines provide healthcare workers with …
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The National HIV/AIDS/STI/TB Council (NAC) recorded significant progress in Zambia’s HIV response during the second quarter of 2026. Key highlights included the national launch of the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DVR), providing women and adolescent girls with a new, long-acting HIV prevention option alongside continued preparations for introducing innovative prevention technologies …
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Investing in Local Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Key to Sustainable National Health Security – Prof. Kasonka Development sector investment, government incentives, and structured corporate financing are critical building blocks for strengthening national health security through sustainable local pharmaceutical manufacturing. In his keynote address, Professor Lackson Kasonka, Permanent Secretary for Special Duties, said …
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CCM Engages Eastern Province Stakeholders on Global Fund Programmes Chipata, Eastern Province | 15–19 June 2026 The Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) conducted a five-day stakeholder engagement meeting in Chipata District, Eastern Province from 15 to 19 June 2026. The meeting aimed at gathering feedback and submissions from communities on the …
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