Orbis Zambia

Good vision begins with the right referral.
When patients are identified at primary care facilities like Roan Hospital and referred to tertiary centres like Kitwe Teaching Eye Hospital they gain access to critical services, including surgery and corrective spectacles.
A well-functioning referral system saves sight, reduces delays and transforms lives. Together, we can make eye care more accessible for all.

As we continue to observe Cataract Awareness Month, remember - good vision changes everything. From working and learning to enjoying everyday moments, clear sight improves quality of life.
Cataract is treatable and early eye screening can restore vision.
👓 Visit your nearest health facility and get your eyes checked, encourage a loved one to do the same.
💙 This June, choose to see clearly.
👓 Visit your nearest health facility and get your eyes checked; encourage a loved one to do the same.
📸Lufwanyama District during community outreach.

Congratulations to the Ndola Teaching Hospital Eye Unit on this remarkable achievement. We are grateful to the dedicated team, volunteer faculty, and partners whose commitment is helping bring advanced cataract surgery services to Zambia. Together, we are building sustainable eye care systems and restoring sight for more people.

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This month is a reminder to take your eye health seriously. Blurry vision, difficulty seeing at night or dull colours may seem like small changes but they could be early signs of cataracts.

The good news? Cataracts are treatable, especially when detected early.
✅ Visit your nearest health facility for an eye check
✅ Encourage a parent, grandparent or loved one to go too
✅ Do not wait until your sight is affected
Clear vision is something we all deserve. Protect it, for yourself and for those you care about.

Make time this June. Get your eyes checked.
📸Chawama Level One Hospital conducting eye screening in Kafue District.

As the VISION 2020/IAPB Conference comes to a close, the Orbis Zambia team leaves Nairobi inspired and equipped with new ideas to strengthen eye health services in Zambia.

On Day 3, Orbis Zambia Country Director Lucy Mvula joined discussions on sustainable financing for eye health, highlighting the need to position eye care as a driver of productivity, education, road safety, mental well-being and national development. She emphasized that investing in eye health delivers far-reaching social and economic benefits for individuals, families and communities.

Reflecting on the conference, Orbis President and CEO Kathleen Sherwin noted that the future of eye health depends on strong, coordinated systems that can deliver quality care at scale and ensure no one is left behind.

Over the past three days, the conference has reinforced the importance of partnerships, innovation, advocacy and sustainable investment in advancing eye health for all. We look forward to integrating these lessons as we continue working with the Ministry of Health and partners to improve access to quality eye care across Zambia.

The Orbis Zambia team is in Nairobi, Kenya, participating in the VISION 2020/IAPB Conference, joining eye health leaders from across Africa to advance solutions for accessible, equitable and sustainable eye care.

On Day 1, Orbis Zambia Country Director Lucy Mvula highlighted the importance of coordinated advocacy and strong government commitment in strengthening eye health systems. Discussions focused on systems change, gender equity, innovation and partnerships needed to accelerate progress towards universal eye health.

We look forward to sharing more insights and learning from this important regional gathering in the days ahead.

Team 🇿🇲 is also in joining colleagues from across the Orbis network to share perspectives, test ideas, and shape the priorities that will guide our work in the years ahead.

This June, take a step towards clearer vision.

Many people live with blurred vision from cataracts without knowing that it can be treated. Cataract is one of the leading causes of vision loss but the good news is, it is reversible when detected early and managed properly.

✅ A simple eye screening can make all the difference
✅ Follow your hospital’s advice and treatment plan
✅ Restore your sight, restore your independence
Do not wait until your vision worsens. This June, prioritize your eye health get screened and protect your sight.