Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency

28/07/2025

A media address delivered by ZAMMSA Director General, Dr. John Kachimba, alongside the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Health and Social Services and the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee, during a familiarization tour of the ZAMMSA Headquarters.

28/07/2025

28/07/2025

The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and the Parliamentary Committee on Health are currently undertaking a familiarization visit at ZAMMSA.

The visit is aimed at understanding ZAMMSA's core operations, including the procurement, storage, and distribution of essential medicines and medical supplies.

The engagement underscores the importance of strengthening oversight and collaboration to enhance healthcare delivery across the country.

28/07/2025

The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and The Parliamentary Committee on Health are currently undertaking a familiarization visit at ZAMMSA.

The visit is aimed at understanding ZAMMSA's core operations, including the procurement, storage, and distribution of essential medicines and medical supplies.

The engagement underscores the importance of strengthening oversight and collaboration to enhance healthcare delivery across the country.

26/07/2025

A resident of Mongu District expressed gratitude for the improved availability of renal commodities at Lewanika General Hospital.
She noted that she no longer needs to travel to Lusaka to access treatment, as the essential services are now available locally.

25/07/2025

Ndola Teaching Hospital has reported a 90% availability rate of essential medicines and medical supplies.
Chief Pharmacist Mr. Kalasa confirmed that the facility is well-stocked, including adequate supplies of renal consumables and other essential drugs.

25/07/2025

Copperbelt Province reports on stable availability of Renal consumables and essential medicines.

24/07/2025

Copperbelt Provincial Health Director, Dr. Charles Mwinuna, provides an overview of the availability of renal products as well as the overall status of essential medicines and medical supplies across the Copperbelt Province.

24/07/2025

We are LIVE at Lewanika General Hospital in Mongu district were we are checking on the availability of Renal Commodities

21/07/2025

PRESS STATEMENT
For Immediate Release
To: All Media Houses

ZAMMSA Secures Major Consignment of Lifesaving Malaria Treatment

Lusaka, July 21, 2025- The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in the national fight against malaria with the arrival of a critical consignment of lifesaving medication.

On Friday, July 18, 2025, ZAMMSA received 100,000 vials of WHO-prequalified Artesunate 60mg, a cornerstone medicine in the treatment of severe malaria. This shipment forms part of a ZMW 31 million procurement contract, aimed at strengthening the availability of essential antimalarial commodities across the country.

This latest delivery follows the successful receipt of an earlier consignment of 8,400 vials, bringing the total received so far to over 108,400 vials. These vital supplies will immediately bolster the capacity of health facilities, particularly in high-burden areas, to effectively manage and treat severe malaria cases.

ZAMMSA further wishes to inform the public and stakeholders that the remaining 244,600 vials are currently in transit from China and are expected to arrive in the coming days. The Agency remains fully engaged with its supply chain partners to ensure timely and uninterrupted delivery of all essential health commodities.

This effort underscores ZAMMSA’s unwavering commitment to supporting the Ministry of Health in achieving a malaria-free Zambia. By ensuring the consistent availability of effective treatments, ZAMMSA continues to play a pivotal role in safeguarding public health and advancing national health security.

For further information, please contact:
Bradley Chingobe
Senior Manager – Corporate Communications
Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA)