Zambia Flying Doctor Service

13/02/2026

EYE CARE FOR ALL ⭐️

A proud milestone for the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) as it successfully performed its first-ever cataract surgeries at the newly opened theatre at AeroMED James Lawless Hospital.

The Service has continued to receive a significant number of elderly patients presenting with impaired vision due to reversible blindness caused by cataracts. Recognizing this growing need, the ZFDS team prioritized bringing specialized surgical services closer to the people, ensuring patients no longer have to travel long distances to access care.

One of the beneficiaries, who had lived with cataracts for three years, shared her emotional testimony. She explained that she had lost hope of ever regaining her sight. However, after visiting the Zambia Flying Doctor Service last week, she received a call just yesterday to come in for surgery. Today, her journey toward restored vision has begun — a truly life-changing moment and a powerful reminder of the impact of accessible healthcare.

The surgical team that made this achievement possible included: Mr. Oliver Chenga,Cataract Surgeon,Mr. Jordan Ngosa,Head of Theatre,Ms. Thelma Sakanya ,Theatre Nurse, Ms. Bertha Lingungi,Ophthalmic Officer, Mr. Bupe Musenge,Anesthetist.

This landmark achievement marks a new chapter in expanding specialized surgical services at the facility and reflects the continued commitment of the Zambia Flying Doctor Service to improving access to quality, specialized healthcare services for communities across Zambia.

We therefore call upon all those available to come through for a free assessment tomorrow from 07:00 hours to 10:00 hours at our hospital in Northrise.

13/02/2026

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13/02/2026

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12/02/2026

Did You Know⭐️

Glasses help correct vision problems such as *nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism*.

Wearing glasses prescribed by a qualified ophthalmic professional will not damage your vision in the long run. However, natural factors such as aging, health conditions, or lifestyle changes can affect your eyesight over time.

✅ Wear your prescribed glasses as advised.
✅ Avoid self-medication or using someone else’s prescription.
✅ Schedule regular eye check-ups to monitor your vision.

Your eyesight matters — take care of it today for a clearer tomorrow.

11/02/2026

A RARE CONDITION, A COMMON MISSION: ZFDS CONDUCTS EMERGENCY EVACUATION OF CONJOINED TWINS.⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) has successfully evacuated two-day-old conjoined twins from Kitwe teaching hospital to Lusaka's University Teaching Hospital mother and child for emergency specialized neonatal care.

The life-saving mission was conducted this morning following a request from Kitwe Teaching Hospital Senior Medical Superintendent, Dr. Chileshe Mboni.

According to Dr. Mboni, the twins were delivered yesterday at the hospital through a caesarean section.

He explained that the babies are dicephalus parapagus conjoined twins (sharing one body with two heads) and were experiencing respiratory distress accompanied by peripheral cyanosis, requiring urgent specialist intervention.

Noting the condition of the conjoined twins air transport was considered fastest.

ZFDS deployed its Caravan aircraft, registration 9J-FDS, for the emergency operation. The aircraft was flown by Director of Aviation Services , Lasford Manchisi, with Co-Pilot Elvis Kite.

During the flight from Kitwe to Lusaka, paramedic Susan Banda and midwife Herman Mwale closely monitored the twins’ vital signs and oxygen levels to ensure their stability throughout the journey.

Upon arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, the ZFDS team safely handed over the mother and the conjoined twins to a specialized medical team for advanced neonatal care.

09/02/2026

ZFDS BOOSTS LIFE-SAVING MISSION WITH INDUCTION OF MEDICAL VOLUNTEERS⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) today held an induction workshop for newly recruited medical volunteers joining the Service.

The induction was led by ZFDS management, headed by Acting Director Human Capital Development and Administration , Mrs. Rachel Hanyimbo Imasiku, and aimed at orienting the volunteers on their roles, responsibilities, and the organization’s expectations.

The volunteers comprised registered nurses, midwives, and pharmaceutical technologists who will support ZFDS’s life-saving medical operations across the country and in their static centers.

Director of Legal Services and Corporate Affairs, Mrs Luyando Mbilika Shimalukwe, addressed the volunteers and emphasized the importance of maintaining professionalism and upholding ethical standards at all times.

The Director of Finance Services, Mr. Mulenga Zulu, highlighted the importance of effective financial management in promoting prudent resource management among the volunteers.

Other members of management present at the induction included Director of Aviation, Col. Lasford Manchisi; Senior Pilot, Col. Zachariah Mbewe; Chief Human Resource Officer/Acting Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Edward Msoni; Chief Nursing Officer ,Sr Mable Mwenda, Human Resource Officers Ms. Doris Chama, Ms. Nancy Masumba, Ms. Chipaka Chisanga and Information Communication Technology Manager, Mr. Aaron Mkandawire.

At ZFDS, we are committed to maintaining a workforce that provides patient care in a clean environment, upholding the principles of utmost care, integrity, respect, confidentiality, impartiality, and excellence.

08/02/2026

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Protect your eyes with UV-protective (colormatic) glasses and seek early eye assessment.

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07/02/2026

ZFDS CONDUCTS TRIPLE MEDICAL EVACUATION ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) today successfully conducted a triple medical evacuation involving three patients with spinal injuries.

The first patient, a 47-year-old male, was admitted to Kasama General Hospital following a road traffic accident that resulted in a spinal injury. The evacuation was initiated following a request from the Kasama General Hospital through the Ministry of Health, as the patient required specialised spinal stabilisation by a neurosurgeon at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka.

ZFDS deployed its Caravan aircraft, 9J-AGC, for the mission. The aircraft was flown by Director of Aviation Services, Lasford Manchisi, with Co-Pilot Siposami Zulu. The morning operation was successfully conducted from Kasama, with the patient safely transported to Lusaka for further specialised care.

In a parallel operation, ZFDS also repatriated two patients who had been discharged from Fairview Hospital and Italian hospital in Lusaka to their homes in Luanshya and Kitwe on the Copperbelt. The operation was carried out by ZFDS Acting Deputy Director of Aviation Services Patrick Kawanu, assisted by Co-Pilot Wael Donbouky.

The two patients, both paraplegic, had been receiving specialised treatment in Lusaka and were safely handed over to the workers compensation personnel and their families upon arrival.

ZFDS deployed Paramedics Bupe Mulenga and Chisanga Bwalya for the Kasama medical evacuation, while Nelly Njamba and Salifyanji Nachamba were assigned to the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board (WCFCB) flight, ensuring continuity of medical care throughout all operations.

As ZFDS, we remain committed to ensuring safety and the delivery of enhanced medical care for all. We are deeply grateful to the Ministry of Health and the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board for the trust they have placed in us and for recognising the strategic role ZFDS plays in advancing the achievement of Universal Health Coverage for all.

06/02/2026

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06/02/2026

ZFDS DEPLOYS FIXED -WING CARAVAN AND HELICOPTER FOR CROSS - COUNTRY MEDICAL EVACUATIONS⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) today successfully conducted a cross-country medical evacuation and repatriation, deploying both a fixed-wing Caravan aircraft and a helicopter to support two patients with spinal injuries yesterday 5th February,2026.

ZFDS evacuated a paraplegic patient from Kapiri Mposhi to Lusaka for specialised medical care, while repatriating another paraplegic patient to his home in Solwezi following a routine medical review.

The emergency operation was undertaken following a request from the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board (WCFCB).

The first patient, a resident of Kapiri Mposhi, required specialised treatment at Lusaka International Hospital. A ZFDS helicopter, registration 9J-KDK, crewed by Senior Pilot Zachariah Mbewe and Co-Pilot Timothy Gibbs, departed Ndola and arrived in Kapiri Mposhi at 09:14 hours. The patient was immediately airlifted to Lusaka.

Upon arrival, the patient was safely handed over to the medical team at Fairview Hospital, Lusaka.

In a parallel operation, ZFDS repatriated a 78-year-old paraplegic patient to his home in Solwezi after completing a routine medical assessment at Fairview Hospital in Lusaka. The patient was transported aboard a ZFDS Caravan aircraft, 9J-AGC, flown by Acting Deputy Director of Aviation Patrick Kawanu with Co-Pilot Wael Donbouky.

ZFDS, in collaboration with the WCFCB, continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to ensuring that no Zambian worker is denied access to specialised medical treatment or safe medical repatriation due to distance or logistical challenges.

05/02/2026

CIZ DONATES TO ZFDS⭐️

Today, 5th February 2026, Children International Zambia (CIZ) made a donation to the Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) and the Churches Health Association of Zambia.

Receiving the donation on behalf of the Service, the Director of Legal Services and Corporate Affairs, Mrs. Luyando Mbilika-Shimalukwe, expressed sincere gratitude to Children International Zambia. She noted that the donation reflects a strong and meaningful partnership anchored on a shared commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable and hard-to-reach communities across Zambia, particularly in rural and underserved areas where access to healthcare remains a challenge.

She further emphasized that the support directly aligns with and strengthens the Ministry of Health’s mission of bringing quality healthcare as close to the people as possible.

Also present at the event were the Director of Finance, Mr. Mulenga Zulu; Dr. Jonathan Masalo; Dr. Nchimunya Kaamba; Dr. Marvelous Mumba; Mr. Ngandu Mwinga; Ms. Salome Mwansa; and Ms. Angela Aongola.

We remain committed in ensuring our mandate and mission are done.