The government of the republic of Zambia through the Ministry of Infrastructure,Housing and Urban Developement have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) with the World Health Organisation(WHO) country office in Zambia.
This agreement formalizes the transfer of an office building for use by WHO and honors a long standing obligation established in the foundational agreement signed by both parties in 1964.
This memorandum of agreement is based on the fundamental agreement for the delivery of technical assistance between the government of the republic of Zambia and the world health organisation.As part of this agreement,the government commits,among other responsibilities to offer appropriate accomodations to support the organizations efforts in advancinh tje National Health Agenda.
At the signing ceremony the Permanent Secretary for Ministry of infrastructure,Housing and Urban Develelopment Professor Albert Malama emphazized that the agreement being signed is a testament to the mutual trust and co-operation that characterizes the longstanding relationship between the Zambian government and WHO.He expressed optimism that this MOU would pave the way for concrete actions and initiatibes that will benefit the Zambian population
“I extend my sincere thanks to the World Health Organisation’s country office for your unwavering support and partnership with the people and government of Zambia” he said.
He reafirmed his commitment to working hand in hand responsibly and effectively ensuring improved health outcomes for all Zambians.
The Permanent Secretary thanked the technical teams from both instituitions whose dedication and professionalism made today’s signing possible.He said their collective efforts produced an agreement that provided charity,accountability and a sound basis for continued collaboration.
He extended his gratitude to the world health organisation country office for their continued partnership and unwavering support to the people and government of Zambia.
“We value this collaboration and look forward to further strenghening our relationship in pursuit of our shared development goals”.he said.
He stated that reafirmation commitment to collaboration,responsible stewardship of public resources and the continued persuit of improved health outcomes for all Zambians.
The Permanent Secretary for Technical Services,Dr.Kennedy Lishimpi of the Ministry of Health,highlighted the significane of the collaboration with the world health organisation in fostering the countrys health systems.
“This agreement goes beyond simply providing office space demonstrating Zambia’s dedication to multilaterial Cooperation ,the enhancrment of health systems,universal health coverage and improved readiness for public health emergencies”,he stated.
The World Health Organisation(WHO) representative,Dr.Clement Lugala Peter Lasuba,expressed appreciation to the government for fulfilling the agreement.He reaffirmed the WHO’s dedication to supporting the health priorities to the nation.”The Signing of this memrandum of understanding today transcent mere document execution ;it represents a celebration of the enduring collaboration between the government of Zambia and the World Health Organization and serves as a testament to our collective commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the people of Zambia,”he stated
For many years,the World Health Organization(WHO)country office had assisted Zambia in achieving its health goals.This collaboration with the Ministry of Health and various partners focusses on preventing and controlling disease,enhancing health systems,preparing for and responding to.emergencies,making strides towards universal healtj coveragr and health-relatef sustainable develooment objectives.