Zambia: President Hichilema Directs Immediate Recruitment of Volunteer Health Workers

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: July 17, 2026Country: Zambia

Health

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has directed the immediate recruitment of volunteer health workers. This decision aims to strengthen the country's health system amid current challenges. The recruited workers are expected to be deployed to rural areas and underfunded health facilities. No further details on numbers or timeline have been provided.

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