Martha Phiri (not her real name) is a vibrant and cheerful 18-year-old adolescent young woman living with HIV. Her enchanting smile and warm personality epitomise the soul of a survivor. Born in a family of three girls as the last born, it was not easy for …
The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), in partnership with Viiv Healthcare and the Ministry of Health, recently hosted the Boys to Men Conference as part of its Pregnant Parenting Girls (P2G) project. This initiative aimed to empower …
Optimising uptake of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for individuals at risk of HIV acquisition has been challenging despite clear scientific evidence and guidelines, particularly for key populations (KPs). In a recently published article in the Journal of …
CIDRZ, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health through the Lusaka Provincial Health Office and with support from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is currently conducting onsite mentorship training for health workers under the Men’ …
CIDRZ LIMITED REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO OFFER CONSULTANCY SERVICES – DEVELOPMENT AND PREPARATION OF THE 5-YEAR CORPORATE STRATEGIC PLAN FOR CIDRZ LIMITED T/A VENYOU ZAMBIA 1.0 INTRODUCTION CIDRZ Limited trading t/a VenYou Zambia is a subsidiary …
In a spectacular display of skill and resilience, the CIDRZ football team clinched their place in the Corporate Soccer League Trophy Final after a breathtaking 6-5 penalty shootout victory against BOLABET. The semi-final showdown held recently at the …
Ian Silungwe, a resident of Ipusukilo compound in Kitwe, has bravely fought tuberculosis (TB) twice and emerged as a survivor. His story underscores the challenges of TB treatment adherence and the vital support provided by community treatment supporters …
Community members of Ipusukilo compound in Kitwe, Copperbelt Province, are pleased with the efforts of the Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) through its USAID-funded Tuberculosis Local Organisation Network (TBLON) project for …
The USAID Tuberculosis Local Organisation Network (TBLON) project implemented by the Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) recently conducted a quality improvement training and awareness initiative for health workers to enhance the …
The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) has relocated its Head office from its old premises (Corner of Lukasu and Danny Pule roads in the Mass Media area) to its new offices located at stand number 378A/15 Main Street, Ibex Hill, …
Copperbelt and Central Province based journalists have commended CIDRZ through its USAID Tuberculosis Local Organisation Network (TBLON) and the Ministry of Health for their successful collaboration with the media meant to combat tuberculosis (TB) by …
Meet Benard Siwale, a dedicated men’s health advocate overseeing the Men’s Clinic at Petauke District Hospital under the Eastern Province Health Office. Having lost his elder brother to HIV five years ago, Benard has vowed to play his part in encouraging …
SKILLZ Study: Reaching 90:90:90 using all our skills May 31, 2024 Explore this insightful study on Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) towards childhood tuberculosis among healthcare workers (HCW) at two primary health facilities in Lusaka, Zambia. …
Background: Adolescent girls are at disproportionately high-risk for HIV and unintended pregnancy. Effective interventions to increase uptake of HIV testing and contraceptives are urgently needed. CIDRZ, in partnership with the Ministry of Health (MoH), …
Meet Angela Kangwa, an award-winning psychosocial counsellor who has been working for the Eastern Province Health Office under CIDRZ’s Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA) program since 2020. Angela has been supporting people living with HIV by …
Meet Mary Shula, a 23-year-old from Luanshya, Copperbelt Province, benefiting from the USAID CHEKUP I DREAMS project. Before joining DREAMS, Mary grappled with financial challenges, lacking sustainable income to support herself and her child. Upon …
Tuberculosis (TB) continues to pose a significant challenge to Zambia’s healthcare system, with the World Health Organisation reporting approximately 59,000 new infections and 5,300 deaths in 2022 alone. In response to this challenge, the United States …
The US Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP) is impressed with the significant progress achieved by the Department of Defense HIV Prevention Program (DFPP) being implemented by the Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ …
CIDRZ Head Office Plot 34620, Corner of Lukasu and Danny Pule Roads, Mass Media . Lusaka, Zambia Reception +26 0 211 242 257/58/59 Mobile 0950 693971, 0966 661417,0977 640930 Mailing Address P.O. Box 34681 Lusaka, Zambia 10101 General inquiries: info@cidrz …
Meet Hillary Hanaimaila, a brilliant psychosocial counsellor working under the Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)’s CDC-funded Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA) programme stationed at St. Francis Hospital in Katete district. …
