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HAPPY BLESSED BIRTHDAY Bio Eng Age Gracefully We Appreciate you 🥂
03/11/2025

HAPPY BLESSED BIRTHDAY Bio Eng

Age Gracefully

We Appreciate you 🥂

Congratulations to Warrant Officer Class One Happy Chilumba who has graduated with Bachelor of Medicine - Bachelor of S...
02/11/2025

Congratulations to Warrant Officer Class One Happy Chilumba who has graduated with Bachelor of Medicine - Bachelor of Surgery from Mulungushi University

WOI Chilumba is from The Zambia Army

Show some love to the bwana.

Ministry of Defence - Zambia

MANAGING COMPLIANCE COSTS WHEN STARTING A CLINIC IN ZAMBIA.Entering Zambia’s healthcare market means more than deliverin...
02/11/2025

MANAGING COMPLIANCE COSTS WHEN STARTING A CLINIC IN ZAMBIA.

Entering Zambia’s healthcare market means more than delivering quality care; it means navigating a regulatory environment where compliance carries significant cost. Licensing fees, inspection requirements, mandated equipment standards and reporting obligations add upfront capital demands and ongoing operational expenses that directly affect your pricing strategy and margin expectations.

For a new clinic, pharmacy or diagnostics service those costs translate into higher prices at the point of consumption, which can reduce demand and slow patient uptake. Understanding how compliance shapes cost structures will help you design a sustainable business model that balances affordability with regulatory adherence.

Plan for compliance from day one: factor regulatory fees into your financial projections, build realistic timelines for approvals, and budget for staff training, record keeping and quality controls.

Below are the main licences and hidden cost drivers to be aware of if you want to start a clinic or hospital in Zambia:

1. HPCZ Licence, pay for renewal every year
2. PACRA, pay for registration and annual returns
3. Workers Compensation, pay for renewal every year
4. ZRA, pay PAYE; Corporate TAX; VAT if applicable monthly
5. Fire Certificate, pay for renewal every year
6. Personal and Business Level, pay for renewal every year
7. Health Permit
8. Parking in Road reserve: if you clients park by road side
9. ZEMA, pay for waste generation
10. NAPSA, pension returns paid every month per employee
11. NHIMA, obligatory health insurance paid every month per employee
12. RPA, paid every year if you X-ray or CT scan
13. Construction Permit if you are planning to build (one off)
14. ZAMRA, planning to introduce a separate license for hospital pharmacy and registrations for diagnostic equipment. So more licenses are on the way and that means your cost of doing business is not about to go down but up.

So if you are thinking of starting a business in healthcare that is what you have to contend with. You have heard.

How can I be mentally strong?1. Don’t Be Afraid to Spend Time AloneSolitude gives you space to reflect, recharge, and re...
23/10/2025

How can I be mentally strong?

1. Don’t Be Afraid to Spend Time Alone

Solitude gives you space to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with your values.

Try using alone time for self-reflection, journaling, or mindfulness instead of distractions. Being comfortable by yourself builds independence and emotional stability.

2. Don’t Live in the Past

Dwelling on regrets or mistakes anchors you to things you can’t change.

Instead, use the past as a teacher extract lessons, forgive yourself, and focus on growth. Every day is a new chance to make better choices.

3. Don’t Expect Immediate Results

Lasting change and achievement take consistency and patience.

Practice delayed gratification trust the process. Focus on progress, not perfection. Mental strength grows over time, not overnight.

4. Don’t Give Up After the First Failure

Failure is not the opposite of success it’s part of it.
Each setback builds resilience if you reflect and adjust. Learn to see failure as feedback, not defeat.

5. Don’t Be Afraid to Take Calculated Risks

Growth requires stepping out of your comfort zone.
Weigh the pros and cons, prepare well, then act with confidence. Avoid impulsive decisions, but also avoid paralysis by overthinking.

6. Don’t Let Others Influence Your Emotions

Emotional control is a cornerstone of strength.
You can’t control others’ words or actions, but you can control your response. Practice pausing before reacting. Respond with intention, not emotion.

7. Don’t Be Jealous of the Success of Others

Other people’s success doesn’t diminish your potential.
Use it as inspiration. Replace envy with admiration ask, “What can I learn from them?” Gratitude and self-belief are powerful antidotes to jealousy.

8. Don’t Waste Time Feeling Sorry for Yourself

Self-pity drains energy and creates a victim mindset.
Instead, acknowledge pain, then focus on solutions. Ask, “What’s the next best step I can take?” Empowerment replaces helplessness.

9. Don’t Waste Energy on Things You Can’t Control

Worrying about uncontrollable things (like others’ opinions or random outcomes) weakens your focus.
Shift that energy toward what you can control your attitude, effort, and actions.

21/10/2025

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Why Children Are Most Vulnerable to Malaria ⚠️ Children under 5 are at higher risk of severe malaria because their immun...
21/10/2025

Why Children Are Most Vulnerable to Malaria

⚠️ Children under 5 are at higher risk of severe malaria because their immune systems are not yet strong enough.

📉 Every minute, a child loses their life to malaria in Africa – and Zambia is no exception.
Protect them today – prevention saves lives!

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN ❤️‍🩹
21/10/2025

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN ❤️‍🩹

RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE: CLINICAL OFFICERS HONOURED FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO HEALTHCARE During the Annual General...
21/10/2025

RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE: CLINICAL OFFICERS HONOURED FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO HEALTHCARE

During the Annual General Assembly and Scientific Conference of the Clinical Officers Association of Zambia (COAZ), the Association took time to celebrate excellence, recognizing members whose dedication, innovation, and leadership continue to shape Zambia’s healthcare landscape.

1. Clinical Officer of the Year 2025 – Joyce Ng’uni. Based at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chipata, Ms. Joyce Ng’uni was recognized for her unwavering commitment to serving her community. Over 150 people shared positive testimonials about her compassionate care and professionalism.

2. Young Clinical Officer – Rising Star Award
At just 22 years old, Mr. Felix Kangwa from Mazabuka is already making waves globally. He led a team of young Zambian innovators in developing TRUST-AI, an artificial intelligence system designed to strengthen international efforts against the use of biological weapons. His remarkable achievement earned him the Rising Star Award.

3. Women in Leadership Award 2025 – Esnart Musaba. Serving in Limulunga District, Western Province, Ms. Esnart Musaba has been a trailblazer in rural healthcare and leadership. She has contributed immensely to the growth of both the profession and the Association in her province.

4. Professional Training and Development Award – Professor Patrick Chanda, M.D.
A renowned obstetrician and medical educator, Professor Patrick Chanda has trained over 8,000 clinical officers across Zambia. His mentorship has significantly strengthened maternal and child health services nationwide.

5. Lifetime Membership Awards – Mr. Hendrix Mufaya and Mr. Robby Makwelele
Two distinguished professionals, Mr. Mufaya and Mr. Makwelele, were honoured for their lifelong commitment to advancing the profession.
• Mr. Mufaya, a former HPCZ board member, has tirelessly advocated for both clinical and police officers, having served as President for both Associations.
• Makwelele, a Senior HR Officer at Ndola District Health Office, has mentored countless clinical officers and HR professionals, helping sustain the Association during challenging times.

The Ministry of Health congratulates all the awardees for their remarkable service and dedication to improving healthcare delivery in Zambia. Their achievements remind us that excellence, compassion, and innovation are the true pillars of our health system.

Ministry of Health
Clinical Officers' Association of Zambia - COAZ

Happy Blessed Birthday Sir Age with Grace We Appreciate you 🥂
21/10/2025

Happy Blessed Birthday Sir

Age with Grace

We Appreciate you 🥂

21/10/2025

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Welcome to the Clinical Officers' Association of Zambia - COAZ 9th Annual General Assembly and scientific conference

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21/10/2025

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21/10/2025

Alcohol and Substance Abuse May Hinder Career Progression, Warns Maj Kamanga

By Buffalo Reporter

Lusaka

A sensitisation programme held yesterday, 20 October, 2025 at Kenneth David Kaunda Barracks has highlighted the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse among military personnel.

According to Major Felix Kamanga, Wellness Center Officer-in-Charge at Maina Soko Medical Centre, alcohol and substance abuse is a leading cause of divorce and conflict within families.

Maj Kamanga also stated that substance abuse can hinder career progression, as Officers and Soldiers may portray negative behaviour while under the influence.

And 64 Armoured Regimental Commander, Lt Colonel Chilando Chali advised troops to share their challenges with superiors or colleagues, further stating that mental health should be a priority.

"Sometimes help may come from people one least expects," he said.

The sensitisation programme also reached out to pupils from Mikango Secondary School, where Captain Mwangala Alibuzwi, a psychologist at Maina Soko Wellness Centre, emphasised the importance of starting substance abuse prevention early.

"It's crucial that we start sensitising children at a young age to avoid the dangers of substance abuse," he said.

Maina Soko Wellness Centre is conducting a series of sensitisation programmes on alcohol and substance abuse in military cantonments.

The initiative aims to promote mental health and well-being among military personnel and prevent the harmful effects of substance abuse.

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