NEW KAWAMBWA DISTRICT HOSPITAL OPENS

Kawambwa, Luapula Province – 08th August, 2026  — The Government of the Republic of Zambia has completed phase 1 of the new Kawambwa District Hospital which is now officially operational, marking a major milestone in efforts to improve access to quality health services for residents of Kawambwa District.
Through operational grants and the 2026 Constituency Development Fund (CDF), the hospital has been equipped with essential equipment to enhance the ability to provide a wider range of services and improve the quality of care offered to patients.
The use of the 2026 CDF to procure equipment demonstrates the role of constituency-level development funding in supporting critical public infrastructure and improving social services.
The new District Hospital is now open to the general public. The operationalization of the hospital is expected to strengthen the district’s capacity to provide essential healthcare.
Issued by:
Public Relations Unit
Kawambwa Town Council