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ZUNMO PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL MEDICAL OXYGEN ACCESS MEETING IN NAIROBI

The Zambia Union of Nurses and Midwives Organisation (ZUNMO) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare systems through regional collaboration when National Gender Chairperson Vanelle M. Mabumba represented the organisation at the Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting of the East African Program on Oxygen Access (EAPOA), held in Nairobi, Kenya from 27th to 29th January 2026. […]

ZUNMO Condemns Abuse of Nurses and Midwives and Calls for Community Respect

January 16, 2026/in Frontpage Article, News /by ZUNO Admin

The Zambia Union of Nurses and Midwives Organisation (ZUNMO) has strongly condemned the verbal and physical abuse of a nurse/midwife that occurred on 13 January 2026 at a health facility in Kasama, Muchinga Province. According to ZUNMO, the incident involved a nurse/midwife who was assaulted by a relative of a patient while carrying out professional […]

ZUNMO PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL MEDICAL OXYGEN ACCESS MEETING IN NAIROBI

January 30, 2026/in News, News /by ZUNO Admin

ZUNMO Condemns Abuse of Nurses and Midwives and Calls for Community Respect

January 16, 2026/in Frontpage Article, News /by ZUNO Admin

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ZUNMO PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL MEDICAL OXYGEN ACCESS MEETING IN NAIROBI

January 30, 2026/in News, News /by ZUNO Admin

The Zambia Union of Nurses and Midwives Organisation (ZUNMO) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare systems through regional collaboration when National Gender Chairperson Vanelle M. Mabumba represented the organisation at the Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting of the East African Program on Oxygen Access (EAPOA), held in Nairobi, Kenya from 27th to 29th January 2026.

The meeting was convened by PATH as part of a regional initiative aimed at improving access to lifesaving medical oxygen across Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme brings together healthcare stakeholders, technical experts, and frontline professionals to address oxygen supply gaps that directly affect patient survival in emergency, surgical, neonatal, and critical care settings.

ZUNMO’s participation ensured that the voice of frontline nurses and midwives, the primary users and implementers of oxygen therapy, was incorporated into policy, operational, and implementation discussions.

ZUNMO’s participation further emphasised that improving oxygen access is not only a technological issue, but also a workforce and training issue requiring direct engagement of nursing and midwifery professionals.

The CAB meeting formally launched the advisory board as a key partner in the regional programme and provided capacity-building sessions covering technical, programmatic, and operational components of oxygen systems strengthening. Participants also reviewed progress made so far and mapped collaborative actions going forward.

ZUNMO’s inclusion in this high-level regional forum strengthens the organisation’s mandate to advocate for quality patient care and professional practice standards.

ZUNMO Condemns Abuse of Nurses and Midwives and Calls for Community Respect

January 16, 2026/in Frontpage Article, News /by ZUNO Admin

The Zambia Union of Nurses and Midwives Organisation (ZUNMO) has strongly condemned the verbal and physical abuse of a nurse/midwife that occurred on 13 January 2026 at a health facility in Kasama, Muchinga Province.

According to ZUNMO, the incident involved a nurse/midwife who was assaulted by a relative of a patient while carrying out professional duties. The organisation described the act as unacceptable and a serious violation of the rights and safety of health workers.

Speaking on the matter, ZUNMO President Mr. Fray Michelo stated that the union will not tolerate any form of verbal or physical attacks against nurses and midwives. He emphasized that violence against health workers undermines the delivery of quality healthcare and creates unsafe working environments within health facilities.

ZUNMO reiterated its commitment to promoting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity among nurses and midwives in the delivery of healthcare services. At the same time, the union called on members of the community to better understand the role of nurses and midwives, noting that while they are bound by professional ethics to care for patients, they also have fundamental rights that must be respected and protected.

As a member of the International Council of Nurses (ICN), ZUNMO aligned itself with the global nursing body’s firm stance against all forms of violence targeting nurses and midwives. The ICN has consistently called for strong action by governments, institutions, and communities to prevent attacks on health workers and to ensure their safety, wellbeing, and dignity.

ZUNMO has appealed to the public to desist from acts of abuse and instead engage health workers with respect, even during moments of distress. The union further urged health authorities and relevant institutions to strengthen security measures in health facilities and ensure that perpetrators of violence against health workers are held accountable in accordance with the law.

ZUNMO reaffirmed its solidarity with the affected nurse/midwife and pledged to continue advocating for safe, respectful, and supportive working environments for all nurses and midwives across the country.