The National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with key health institutions in the country. This came to light when Maina Soko Military Hospital, led by Commandant, Brigadier General Dr. David Mubanga, paid a courtesy visit to the NHIMA Headquarters in Lusaka.
The delegation was received by NHIMA Management team, led by the Director General, Dr. Michael Njapau.
The visit provided an opportunity for the two (2) institutions to strengthen their existing partnership and explore ways of enhancing collaboration to ensure that Zambian citizens have improved access to quality and affordable healthcare services.
During the engagement, discussions centered on areas of mutual interest, including strengthening coordination between the two institutions, improving the delivery of healthcare services to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) members, addressing operational challenges and identifying opportunities for future collaboration that could contribute to better health outcomes for citizens.
Speaking during the meeting, Brigadier General Dr. David Mubanga thanked NHIMA management for providing an opportunity for the engagement and emphasized the importance of strengthening collaboration between the two institutions.
He highlighted key areas requiring continued dialogue and cooperation, noting that stronger institutional partnerships are essential in ensuring that healthcare providers and NHIMA work together effectively in responding to the needs of citizens.
In welcoming the delegation, NHIMA Director General Dr. Michael Njapau expressed appreciation for the visit and welcomed the opportunity to deepen the relationship between NHIMA and Maina Soko Military Hospital.
Dr. Njapau provided an overview of NHIMA, highlighting the Authority’s evolution and current status, as well as ongoing efforts to strengthen the NHIS and improve access to healthcare services for members.
He further outlined potential areas for future collaboration between NHIMA and Maina Soko Military Hospital, emphasizing the importance of working together to address emerging challenges and identify practical solutions that enhance service delivery.
The engagement reaffirmed the shared commitment of NHIMA and Maina Soko Military Hospital to putting citizens at the center of healthcare delivery and exploring stronger partnerships that contribute to a more responsive, accessible and effective health insurance and healthcare system in Zambia.
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