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The Zambia Medical Association led by association President Dr. Kaumba Tolopu, Secretary General,Dr. Oliver Kaoma, ZMA Medical Education and Research Chairperson-Dr. Chuma Njovu and ZMA Ethics and Professional Board Chairperson-Dr. Innocent Ngwira met the MOREHOUSE School of Medicine delegation led by Ms. Nikita Toppin Dera-Director of the Morehouse School of Medicine Telemedicine Program, Ms Marjorie Kasonde-Senior Program Coordinator and Mr Joseph Daka- Program Manager.

The discussion was centered on numerous areas of collaboration that will enhance healthcare service access for people living with HIV as well as NCD services integration.

The ZMA President expressed optimism on the various possibilities that this partnership will bring to the profession and the Zambian people. 

The Zambia Medical Association met with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) to deliberate on various policy issues affecting the profession. Issues discussed bordered on Junior residency (internship) policy, enforcement of standards, and CPD efficiency .

ZMA delegation was led by ZMA President-Dr. Kaumba Tolopu, ZMA and Secretary General-Dr. Oliver Kaoma others were, ZMA Medical Education and Research Chairperson-Dr. Chuma Njovu and ZMA Ethics and Professional Board Chairperson-Dr. Innocent Ngwira.

Representing HPCZ was HPCZ Registrar & Chief Executive Officer -Professor Fastone M.Goma , HPCZ Deputy Registrar- Technical Services-Dr. Muhumpu Kafwamfwa & Manager-Registration- Mr Jon Kasalika.

ZMA remains open and committed to deliberations on matters of health policies and membership welfare.

The Zambia Medical Association commends the prompt response from the nation’s highest office, recognizing the visit of His Excellency Mr. Hakainde Hichilema to Heroes Stadium the day prior. Heroes Stadium, functioning as the country’s principal cholera treatment center, currently attends to an extensive patient base exceeding 900 individuals.

The captured image showcases some of the members of the association at the frontline, Dr. Annel Sinkala, Dr Dalal and other administration officers.

In its unwavering commitment to fortify the ongoing response efforts, the association’s President and Secretary General

Dr Kaumba Tolopu and Dr Kaoma Oliver respectively and the entire executive are conferring continuously with the Minister of Health, Hon. Sylvia T. Masebo, and Permanent Secretaries to strategize and address identified gaps in the epidemic response, the well-being of frontline staff, efficient case management, and community-based strategies.

The association steadfastly pledges to heighten its advisory role and policy advocacy, particularly in championing increased investments in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) to ensure a comprehensive and efficacious response to the current health challenge

Zambia is privileged to host the 3rd edition of the Africa CDC International Conference on Public Health in Africa. The theme of the Conference is ‘Breaking Barriers, *Repositioning Africa in The Global Health Architecture*. The event has attracted over 5,000 delegates from across Africa and beyond.

#CPHIA2023 was officiated by The Republican President , H.E Mr Hakainde Hichilema on 27th November,2023 at the Mulungushi International Conference Center in Lusaka and is expected to run till today, 30th November,2023.

President Hakainde Hichilema also handed over the Lifetime Achievement recognition award to World Health Organization (WHO) Director General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus bestowed on him by the Africa CDC Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) 2023.

On 28th November,2023 the event also saw a Special Ministerial Session were Ministers of Health from various member states gathered to discuss Transformative Leadership for Health in Africa. Several side events are also taking place all showcasing how Africa is addressing diverse issues affecting the continent.

The Zambia Medical Association is proud to participate in this important event.

President of the Republic Zambia ,H.E Mr Hakainde Hichilema hands over the Lifetime Achievement recognition award to World Health Organization (WHO) Director Generals Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus bestowed on him by the Africa CDC Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) 2023 hosted in Lusaka, Zambia

Zambia is privileged to host the 3rd edition of the @AfricaCDC International Conference on Public Health in Africa. ##CPHIA2023 officially opened today at the Kenneth Kaunda Wing of the Mulungushi International Conference Center in Lusaka, Zambia.

The conference has attracted over 5,000 delegates for across Africa and beyond.