Medical Women’s Association of Zambia

18/08/2026

Congratulations to the President-Elect, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, on a decisive victory in the just-ended elections. 🇿🇲

This mandate reflects the trust and confidence the Zambian people have placed in your leadership, policies, and vision for our nation.

We look forward to continued progress in women’s health, maternal care, and access to quality healthcare for every Zambian family.

As MWAZ,we wish you success as you continue to serve the Zambian women and their families🙏🏾🙏🏾

14/08/2026

41 days to go!!
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13/08/2026

Mark your calendar!
42days to go🥳🥳🥳🥳

13/08/2026

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS*
*MWAZ Annual General Meeting & Scientific Conference 2026*

*Theme: Equity, Mentorship & Innovation: Sustaining Health Impact Amidst Funding Challenges*

Funding cuts are testing Zambia’s health system. Yet across clinics, hospitals, and communities, MWAZ members are adapting, mentoring, and innovating to keep patients safe.

We invite you to share your story, data, or experience at the MWAZ AGM 2026 through an oral or poster presentation. This is your chance to showcase how *Equity, Mentorship & Innovation in Service* are protecting health impact for all Zambians.

*Abstract Sub-Themes*
Submit under 1 or more:
1. *Equity Under Pressure*: Fair access, reaching rural/underserved groups, gender-sensitive care during resource constraints
2. *Mentorship as a Resilience Strategy*: Peer support, coaching juniors, protecting skills/knowledge with limited training budgets
3. *Innovation in Service*: Low-cost NCD models, task-shifting, telehealth/WhatsApp for follow-up, frugal tech, community partnerships
4. *Protecting Communicable Disease Gains*: Maintaining HIV, TB, Malaria progress when budgets shrink
5. *Tackling NCDs with Less*: Hypertension, diabetes, cancer screening/prevention models that work in underfunded settings

*Who Can Submit*
MWAZ members,associate members,mentors and mentees; any health scientists in women's health research. Joint submissions with partners/MOH facilities are welcome. Priority for work done in Zambia 2024-2026.

*Abstract Guidelines*
- *Length*: Max 300 words
- *Format*: Background/Objective, Methods, Results/Experience, Conclusion/Lesson
- *Language*: English
- *Type*: Oral presentation 8min + 2min Q&A OR Poster A1 size
- *Innovation focus*: Clearly state what was done differently “with less” and the impact

*Key Dates*
- *Submission opens*:20/06/26
- *Deadline*: August 20/08/26,23:59hrs CAT
- *AGM Date*: 25-26th September 2026,
- ⁠Venue: Siavonga

*How to Submit*
Email your abstract as Word/PDF to: [email protected]
Subject: MWAZ AGM 2026 Abstract – (name)-(subtheme)

25/07/2026

Highlights from the just ended Zambia Medical Association (ZMA) 2026 Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting in Livingstone, held under the theme: "Safeguarding Zambia’s Health Gains in a Resurging Economy: Leveraging Domestic Resources for Sustainable Health Financing."

15/07/2026

15/07/2026

✨ Woman Crush Wednesday | Meet Dr. Denise Glover ✨

This week, we proudly celebrate Dr. Denise Glover—a distinguished Zambian-trained medical doctor whose remarkable career spans over 32 years of clinical excellence and compassionate service.

From providing exceptional patient care in the United Kingdom to mentoring the next generation of doctors, Dr. Glover exemplifies dedication, professionalism, and a lifelong commitment to women’s health. Her legacy reminds us that true leadership is measured not only by years of service, but by the lives inspired along the way.

Thank you, Dr. Glover, for your unwavering commitment to medicine, mentorship, and empowering future healthcare professionals.

08/07/2026

Huge Congratulations, Dr. Bwendo Nduna Chansa! 🌟

The Medical Women’s Association of Zambia (MWAZ) proudly congratulates Dr. Bwendo Nduna on being recognized as a Push Women Award Winner.

This well-deserved honor celebrates your outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to advancing healthcare and empowering women. Your achievement is an inspiration to fellow professionals and the next generation of women leaders.

We celebrate your success and wish you continued excellence and even greater accomplishments in the years ahead.

Congratulations once again! 💐🏆

01/07/2026

🌟 WEDNESDAY SPOTLIGHT 🌟

Today, we celebrate Dr. Connie Osborne—an exceptional Pediatrician, Public Health Consultant, and visionary leader whose dedication to child health and public health has transformed countless lives. Your legacy continues to inspire women in medicine and beyond.

22/06/2026

The Medical Women’s Association of Zambia (MWAZ) is proud to formalize a partnership with the National Health Research Authority (NHRA) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

This collaboration marks an important step toward strengthening health research, promoting evidence-based practice, and advancing healthcare outcomes in Zambia. Together, MWAZ and NHRA are committed to fostering research excellence, professional development, and innovative solutions that contribute to a healthier nation.