01/01/2026
NDOLA HOSPITAL RECORDS 11 NEW YEAR BABIES, INCLUDING MALE TWINS
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Ndola Teaching Hospital (NTH) has recorded eleven (11) New Year babies, among them a set of male twins.
Copperbelt Province Permanent Secretary, Mr. Lawrence Mwanza, who was represented by Ndola District Commissioner Ms. Precious Njekwa, said babies born on New Year’s Day are a reminder that every new year brings fresh beginnings and renewed purpose.
Mr. Mwanza noted that the newborns symbolize hope and are future leaders of the nation, adding that their families have received a priceless gift with which to begin the year.
He commended the management and dedicated staff of Ndola Teaching Hospital for their commitment, professionalism, and compassion in ensuring safe deliveries and quality healthcare for mothers and newborns, even during public holidays and special moments.
Meanwhile, Copperbelt Provincial Health Director, Dr. Charles Mwinuna, praised health workers for their dedication in ensuring that mothers deliver safely.
Dr. Mwinuna further encouraged expectant mothers in Ndola to seek medical care during pregnancy to ensure safe deliveries and to avoid complications associated with home births.
And Acting Ndola Teaching Hospital Senior Medical Superintendent, Dr. Misa Funjika, thanked the Government and cooperating partners for their continued support and for joining NTH management in celebrating the New Year babies.
Dr. Funjika said the hospital’s progress has been made possible through consistent government support and partnerships.
One of the mothers, Ms. Friend Soko, who delivered male twins, expressed gratitude to NTH management and staff for the care and gifts she received.
During the same event , the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church also donated assorted items to the Male Orthopaedic Ward.