Maina Soko Medical Centre

12/05/2026

MAINA SOKO MEDICAL CENTRE
International Nurses Day 2026

“Our Nurses, Our Future: Empowered Nurses Save Lives”

Maina Soko Medical Centre proudly joined the nation in marking this year’s International Nurses Day. The colourful march past commenced at Goma Lakes on the University of Zambia grounds and proceeded to Mulungushi International Conference Centre, where the official national ceremony was held.

The institution was led by Col. Gibson Zimba, Acting Principal Nursing Officer, representing the Commandant and Management.

The event brought together government officials, healthcare leaders, training institutions, cooperating partners, and nurses from across Zambia, all united in celebrating the dedication and resilience of nurses and midwives who remain the backbone of the country’s healthcare system.

Representing the Republican Vice President, Hon. Dr. Alex KATAKWE, Minister of Health, reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening nursing and midwifery through continued recruitment, improved working conditions, provision of uniforms, leadership development, and enhanced training opportunities.

Zambia Union of Nurses and Midwives Organisation (ZUNMO) President Mr. Fray MICHELO underscored that empowered nurses and midwives are central to achieving quality healthcare, Universal Health Coverage, and stronger communities, and called for sustained investment in the profession.

As an institution under the Ministry of Defence, Maina Soko Medical Centre participated with a total of 35 members comprising volunteers and in-service personnel, all recognised for their contribution to healthcare delivery.

The hospital sponsored 20 participants and proudly celebrated 6 award recipients, 3 volunteers and 3 employed staff members in recognition of their exceptional commitment and hard work making a total of 21, inclusive of the 15 that were awarded by the Ministry of Defence. Among the notable awardees was Ms. Cleopatra MWAMBA who has served for 5 years as a volunteer, she was recognised as an outstanding senior volunteer for her dedication and exemplary service. the other one was WOI KAFULA Bright for longest serving nurse and dedication.

Maina Soko Medical Centre continues to take keen interest in the welfare and wellbeing of nurses and midwives, whose compassion, sacrifice, and unwavering service continue to save lives every day.

Management and staff of Maina Soko Medical Centre extend heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to all nurses and midwives for their continued dedication to serving the nation. Your compassion, sacrifice, and unwavering service continue to save lives every day.

07/05/2026

Happy birthday Madam

05/05/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate our incredible midwives at Maina Soko Medical Centre.

Your compassion, strength, and dedication bring life into the world and comfort to every mother and child you serve. You are the quiet heroes behind countless safe deliveries and healthy beginnings.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment and care.

Maina Soko Medical Centre Quality Healthcare, Our Ultimate Goal.

01/05/2026

LABOUR DAY 2026 |MAINA SOKO MEDICAL CENTRE CELEBRATES ZAMBIA'S WORKFORCE

Today, Maina Soko Medical Centre proudly stood with the nation to mark International Labour Day 2026, under the theme: “Securing Zambia’s Future of Work: Protecting Jobs, Skills and Pensions for Decent Work for All.”

Alongside nearly 100 institutions from across the public and private sectors, we joined Her Honour the Vice President, Dr. W.K. Mutale NALUMANGO, as she reaffirmed Government’s pledge to uplift workers’ welfare and protect the future of Zambia’s workforce. Calling workers “the backbone of the nation’s economy,” the Vice President reminded us that national progress rests on their dedication and on our shared commitment to lifelong skills, adaptability, and decent work for all.

At Maina Soko Medical Centre, that vision lives in our wards, theatres, and training rooms every day. As a common-user facility serving both our military and civilian communities, we know that quality healthcare demands people who are ready, disciplined, skilled, and cared for. That’s why we keep investing in our team — through continuous training, mentorship, and capacity building — so our staff can meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges with confidence.

We believe decent work starts with a safe, fair, and respectful environment. It grows through teamwork, wellness, and professionalism. And it shows in the compassion our staff bring to every patient, every shift.

So this Labour Day, we say thank you. To every nurse, doctor, medic, technician, administrator, and support staff member at Maina Soko and across Zambia: your service secures our nation’s health and its future.

We remain aligned with Government’s aspirations - strengthening our people, strengthening our care. Because securing Zambia’s future of work begins with supporting those who serve.

Happy Labour Day to all workers. Your dedication moves Zambia forward.

Quality Healthcare, Our Ultimate Goal.

01/05/2026

“Securing Zambia’s Future of Work:Protecting Jobs,Skills and Pensions for Decent Work For All.”

29/04/2026

Maina Soko Medical Centre Hosts Minister of National Defence of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Official Visit

Maina Soko Medical Centre was privileged to host the Honourable Minister of National Defence and Veterans Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mr. Guy Kabombo MUADIAMVITA, accompanied by the Secretary General of Defence, Major General Lukwikila Metikwiza MARCEL, and a distinguished delegation.

The visit was undertaken to foster mutual learning and to gain insight into the Centre’s operations, systems, and institutional values. On arrival, the delegation received a dignified welcome, including honours rendered by a mounted Quarter Guard.

Commandant Maina Soko Medical Centre, Brigadier General (Dr.) Levy MUCHEMWA, presented an overview of the institution’s history and development. He noted that the Centre traces its roots to 1960, when it was established as an annex maternity wing to the University Teaching Hospital. It evolved into a fully-fledged military hospital around 1979, in response to the needs of personnel during the liberation period in Southern Africa. The institution bears the name of Maina SOKO, a courageous woman whose contribution to the liberation struggle remains deeply honoured.

From serving military personnel and their families, the Centre has grown steadily. A transformative investment in 2018 modernised the facility and expanded capacity from 55 to 250 beds. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, the hospital played a key national role as a designated treatment centre, supported by its oxygen plant and strengthened clinical infrastructure.

Today, Maina Soko Medical Centre is recognised for its advanced surgical capabilities, including procedures such as brain aneurysm surgery. It also serves as an important training site for medical interns and draws professional staff from the Zambia Army, Zambia Air Force, and Zambia National Service, complemented by civilian and specialist personnel seconded through the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Health.

The Commandant further shared the Centre’s sustainability approach, which combines government support with internally generated income through the National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA), private health schemes, and fee paying services.

In his remarks, Honourable Mr. MUADIAMVITA expressed appreciation for the dedication and professionalism of the Centre’s leadership and staff. He observed that the institution’s progress reflects a clear commitment to service, healthcare excellence, and humanity.

The visit concluded with a guided tour of the facility, led by Deputy Commandant, Colonel Patson BANDA.

Maina Soko Medical Centre Quality Healthcare, Our Ultimate Goal.

28/04/2026

On the 28th of April, we pause to honour Kenneth Kaunda Day. It is a quiet moment to remember the enduring values of our First Republican President, a leader who placed human dignity, unity, and service at the very heart of national development.

At Maina Soko Medical Centre, a multi user facility serving both military personnel and civilians alike, we strive to carry that legacy forward, gently and faithfully. Our work reaches beyond uniforms and backgrounds, guided by a simple truth that every life matters.

In each ward, in every consultation room, and through all our support services, his ideals come to life in small, steady ways. These include compassionate care for every patient, disciplined and respectful service delivery, and a deep regard for the quiet dignity found in every role across our institution.

Guided by his words, Tiyende Pamodzi ndi Mutima Umozi, let us walk together with one heart. We move as a single team, united in purpose and in our shared commitment to a healthier nation.

As the nation gathers to run in remembrance through the Kenneth Kaunda Marathon, we too continue our own quiet journey, step by step and patient by patient, holding close a legacy of love and care.

Today, we do not merely remember him. We serve, gently and wholeheartedly, in the spirit he lived.

22/04/2026

Good morning..

19/04/2026

12/04/2026

𝑴𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂 𝑺𝒐𝒌𝒐 𝑴𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒃𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒔

Maina Soko Medical Centre congratulates Capt Mubanga CHANDA, Nurse Specialist in Critical Care; Lt Happy NG’OMBE, Physiotherapist and Adjutant; and Lt Ackim BANDA, Physiotherapist, all serving members of the Zambia Air Force, on the successful completion of the inaugural four-month Rapid Response and Advanced Tactics Force Course at the Parachute and Special Tactics Training School.

This pioneering programme, the first of its kind within the Air Force, represents a major milestone in strengthening internal capacity and advancing operational medical readiness within the Defence Force. It is an in-service professional development course undertaken strictly for the enhancement of military medical capability and should not be misconstrued as a public recruitment exercise.

The rigorous training equipped the trio with advanced competencies in rapid response operations, tactical combat casualty care, and coordinated emergency medical interventions. These enhanced skills will significantly improve ICU critical care response, strengthen physiotherapy-led rehabilitation and sports injury management, and elevate the institution’s capacity to respond decisively and effectively in complex, high-pressure clinical and operational environments.

In a separate development, Maina Soko Medical Centre also congratulates Maina Soko Queens Football Club Assistant Coaches, WOII NKHATA Jabulani and Ms Hellen CHIGULE on successfully completing the Football Association of Zambia E-Coaching Course, an intensive one-week programme sponsored by Maina Soko Medical Centre Management and attended by 67 participants.

The course enhanced modern football coaching competencies through structured modules covering the objectives of the Football Association of Zambia E-License, laws of the game, the four moments of football, field organisation, coaching methodology, session planning and delivery, small-sided games, and child safeguarding.

Collectively, these achievements reflect the institution’s sustained commitment to continuous professional development, multidisciplinary excellence, and the strengthening of both medical and sporting capacity in service to the nation.

12/04/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐨𝐤𝐨 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐙𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥

Maina Soko Medical Centre on Friday hosted a courtesy call from the Zambia Institute of Public Relations and Communication (ZIPRC), reaffirming the importance of strategic communication in healthcare delivery and institutional development.

Speaking during the courtesy call, the Commandant, Brigadier General (Dr) Levy MUCHEMWA, commended ZIPRC for its continued efforts to professionalise Public Relations, particularly following the enactment of the ZIPRC Act No. 11 of 2022.

The Commandant emphasised the need to position Public Relations as a strategic function and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to ensuring that communication is managed at a senior level within its structure.

Brig Gen (Dr) MUCHEMWA noted that trained Public Relations professionals play a critical role in managing communication effectively, complementing clinical operations, and enhancing overall service delivery. He further highlighted the transformation of Maina Soko Medical Centre from a 30-bed facility into a 250-bed capacity hospital equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology, reaffirming its commitment to providing quality healthcare services to both defence personnel and the general public.

He expressed appreciation to ZIPRC for recognising its Public Relations Unit, describing the awards won by Maina Soko Medical Centre as a significant milestone following the institution’s first participation.

The ZIPRC delegation was led by its President, Madam Irene CHIPILI, accompanied by Acting Chief Executive Officer and Registrar Ms Judith TEMBO, alongside Council members Mr Brian HATYOKA, Mr Mubanga CHANDA, Ms Kwali MFUNI, and Administrative Officer Ms Nasilele MUKELA.

Speaking on behalf of ZIPRC, the President commended Maina Soko Medical Centre for the notable progress made in integrating Public Relations into its institutional framework. She noted that the growing recognition of Public Relations in Zambia reflects its evolving role as a strategic function essential for building trust, managing institutional reputation, and strengthening stakeholder engagement.

Madam CHIPILI further highlighted the availability of specialised programmes aimed at enhancing the capacity of communication practitioners and emphasised the importance of involving Public Relations at the planning stage of institutional programmes. She reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to supporting the Medical Centre through training, professional development, and strengthened collaboration.

Also speaking during the meeting, Ms MFUNI congratulated Maina Soko Medical Centre on winning two awards at the 2024 ZIPRC Awards Gala Night held in Livingstone and encouraged continued participation in future awards.

The engagement underscored the shared commitment between ZIPRC and Maina Soko Medical Centre to strengthen strategic communication, enhance stakeholder engagement, and contribute to national development through sustained professional collaboration.