About Us
Zambia National Public Health Institute was established in accordance with the ZNPHI Act. No. 19 of 2020 which mandates the ZNPHI Board to approve policies, programs and strategies of the Institute. As a specialized technical institution, the ZNPHI is mandated to lead in safeguarding Zambia’s health security through surveillance and disease intelligence systems, emergency preparedness and response capabilities, specialized laboratory systems and networks, health information management systems, health security workforce development, and generation of scientific evidence through research. Additionally, the ZNPHI anchors Zambia’s designated role as the host of the Africa CDC Regional Collaborating Center (RCC) for Southern Africa.
Our Mandate
ZNPHI is the specialized arm of government that is responsible for providing public health security through coordination of surveillance, preparedness and response by utilizing strong laboratory systems, strategic information and communication underpinned with a viable workforce in a multi-sectoral manner. Furthermore, the ZNPHI will monitor functional areas in order to strengthen partnerships, collaboration and health systems relevant for NCD’s, injuries and mental health. The institute is also designated as the IHR 2005 National Focal Point.
Our Pillars
Partners & stakeholders
The Ministry oversees national healthcare policies, services, and programs to promote and protect public health.
The Africa CDC strengthens Africa’s public health institutions and responses to prevent, detect, and control disease threats across the continent.
The CDC protects public health in the U.S. and globally by detecting, preventing, and responding to disease threats.
The World Bank Group provides financial and technical assistance to countries to reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic development.
The United Nations Agency working to promote health, keep the world safe and protect the vulnerable.
The African Union promotes unity, cooperation, and sustainable development among African nations while advocating for peace, security, and economic growth.
ZNPHI and JICA have been implementing the ‘Project for Strengthening Laboratory-Based Surveillance for Infectious Diseases’ since 2023, April
