Today marks the completion of a major milestone for healthcare delivery in Zambia as government handed over the final batch of 37 ambulances, bringing the total to 156 units now distributed across the country.
Joined by Principal Officers from the Ministry of Local Government, the event highlighted the continued partnership between Local Government, the Ministry of Health, and ZAMMSA to strengthen emergency medical services at the community level.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Local Government Principal Public Relations Officer Liseli Kanyanga indicated that the delivery reflects government’s people-centered approach and its commitment to ensuring no community is left behind when it comes to accessing timely healthcare.
Speaking on behalf of ZAMMSA, Senior Corporate Communications Officer Enock Lusoke indicated that ZAMMSA is happy to hand over the ambulances and remains committed to supporting their proper use and maintenance for maximum impact on the ground.
The 156 ambulances, were procured using Constituency Development Fund [CDF] demonstrating how decentralized funding is directly improving lives in communities. Measures are already in place to ensure the ambulances are properly used and maintained.
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