Zambia

Using nominal group technique to develop a training model for community health workers in physical rehabilitation services: in-sights and perspectives from stakeholders

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This study looked at what community health workers need to learn to provide physical rehabilitation services and how they should be trained. It found that they need skills in assessing patients and managing care, and suggested a simple training program that combines classroom and practical learning over about three months. The study shows that with proper training, community … [Read more...] about Using nominal group technique to develop a training model for community health workers in physical rehabilitation services: in-sights and perspectives from stakeholders

Comparative analysis of the use of Community Health Workers while deploying the Attractive Targeted Sugar Bait (ATSB) for malaria control in Western Province, Zambia

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This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) were managed during a malaria trial in Western Zambia from 2021 to 2023. It compared the trial’s approach to best practices, focusing on recruitment, training, supervision, incentives, and community support. The trial did well in training and motivating CHWs but faced challenges with gender balance, involving communities … [Read more...] about Comparative analysis of the use of Community Health Workers while deploying the Attractive Targeted Sugar Bait (ATSB) for malaria control in Western Province, Zambia

Role of Community-Based Volunteers (CBVs) in expanding Zambia’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS): Lessons from a Ministry-led exercise (Policy Brief)

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Nearly 80% of Zambia’s workforce is employed in the informal sector, yet most remain uncovered by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). Without financial protection, these households face high out-of-pocket costs and limited access to care. Community-Based Volunteers (CBVs) are trusted, present in every district, and regularly engage with households. With the right … [Read more...] about Role of Community-Based Volunteers (CBVs) in expanding Zambia’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS): Lessons from a Ministry-led exercise (Policy Brief)

Feasibility of Vital Signs Assessment by Community Health Workers during Antenatal Care Community Outreach in Lusaka, Zambia: A Qualitative Study

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This study looked at a new wearable device called neoSpot, used by community health workers to check vital signs of pregnant women during outreach in Lusaka, Zambia. Most women and health workers liked the device because it was fast, easy to use, and could measure many health signs at once. At first, some women were worried about using it, but those fears went away after … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Vital Signs Assessment by Community Health Workers during Antenatal Care Community Outreach in Lusaka, Zambia: A Qualitative Study

Strengthening the role of community health assistants in delivering primary health care the case of maternal health services in Zambia

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This study looked at how Zambia strengthened its community health system to improve maternal and child health services. From 2019 to 2021, community health assistants (CHAs) received more training, better supervision, transport, and monthly pay. These changes helped CHAs deliver services more effectively and made their work more accepted by communities. Support from local … [Read more...] about Strengthening the role of community health assistants in delivering primary health care the case of maternal health services in Zambia