Government has commissioned the Clinic Skills Laboratory at Kaoma School of Nursing and Midwifery, with commitment to providing quality nursing and midwifery education and improved health outcomes in the country.

The laboratory has been constructed at the cost of K1 million with support from SoliarMed.

Minister of Health, Alex Katakwe, stated that the skills laboratory will provide a modern training environment where students and health professionals will practice clinical procedures in a safe and controlled setting.

Dr Katakwe said this in a speech read for him by Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services, Daphine Shamambo, during the official opening of the Clinic Skills Lab at Kaoma School of Nursing and Midwifery.

“This ceremony is not merely ceremonial, it is a defining moment in Zambia’s commitment to building a strong, capable and compassionate health workforce. One that is equipped not only with knowledge but with the practical skills required to serve our communities with excellence”, Dr Katakwe said.

SolarMed Zambia Country Director, Clarke Kupela assured strong partnership with the government to improve nursing and midwifery education in the country especially in rural areas.