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CIDRZ and research partners through the IeDEA, Sentinel Research Network (SRN), conducted a multi-country study to assess the burden of mental health and substance use disorders and their association with NCDs among people with HIV. Read full study: bit.ly/4n4ItoW

Are you a postgraduate student or researcher working in immunology or cellular biology? Don’t miss this exciting opportunity. Applications close on 30 June 2025. Submit your CV, project summary, and motivation letter to [email protected]

HIV is a critical issue in prisons: many incarcerated people are still undiagnosed & untreated. A study by #CIDRZ, Aurum Institute & TB HIV Care on universal test and treat confirms we urgently need more HIV testing & ART services in prisons. Read more: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38985444/

Today on #WorldSickleCellAwarenessDay , we join Ministry of Health Zambia in reaffirming our commitment to better care for people living with SCD in Zambia. Through the #PENPlus programme, we support early diagnosis, quality care & community awareness for severe NCDs like Sickle Cell.

CIDRZ CEO, Dr. Izukanji Sikazwe, continued her farewell tour this week with a visit to the Matero Clinical Research Site (CRS), where she interacted with the dedicated CIDRZ team. She personally thanked staff for their relentless efforts and commitment to advancing public health.

#WorldSickleCellAwarenessDay #CIDRZ #ForaHealthyZambia

CIDRZ in collaboration with Ministry of Health Zambia, has launched the P-CoRE Study in 24 health facilities across Lusaka and Central provinces to strengthen person-centred HIV care and improve viral suppression among priority populations. #ForaHealthyZambia

A study by #CIDRZ & partners shows that ART reduces liver fibrosis in #HIV patients in Zambia, even with #HBV coinfection. The findings highlight the importance of early ART initiation and targeted care for individuals with HIV-HBV coinfection. Read more: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC54…

CIDRZ Central Laboratory recently engaged Chimwemwe Level 1 Hospital to explore collaboration on diagnostic services. The partnership aims to boost lab capacity, cut turnaround times & improve patient care. A promising step toward stronger healthcare delivery!

Congratulations to Dr Ramya Kumar, NIH Fogarty Global Health Fellow at #CIDRZ! Her TEDxLusaka 2024 talk is now an Editor's Pick on the official TEDx channel. Watch here: youtu.be/KoIXWFtHjhc?si… via YouTube

CIDRZ, Ministry of Health Zambia & the ShigaPlexIM consortium led by European Vaccine Initiative have administered the 1st dose in the SUNSHINE Phase 1b trial of the InvaplexAR-Detox/dmLT vaccine targeting shigellosis, a severe diarrhoeal disease. Read More: cidrz.org/2025/06/25/cid…

CIDRZ Board Chairperson Mr Charles Mpundu has paid glowing tribute to CIDRZ outgoing CEO Dr Izukanji Sikazwe, describing her exceptional 12 years leadership at CIDRZ as transformative and impactful. Read more: cidrz.org/2025/06/26/cid…

Yesterday, we celebrated our exceptional CEO, Dr Izukanji Sikazwe, with an invigorating wellness day! In a fitting tribute to her commitment to physical wellness, Dr Sikazwe once again demonstrated true leadership, energetically leading from the front.

Today, the CIDRZ family came together to bid farewell to outgoing CEO Dr Izukanji Sikazwe (Izukanji Sikazwe), who transformed vision into reality and turned challenges into milestones. In her emotional farewell, she thanked CIDRZ employees for their support, teamwork and dedication.

A study by CIDRZ and partners highlights the need for early HBV diagnosis and integrated care for people with HIV-HBV in Zambia to reduce liver-related complications and improve treatment outcomes. Read More: bit.ly/3G0IMk6

The CIDRZ Central Laboratory recently conducted #health screenings for staff at the CIDRZ Head Office, demonstrating a proactive commitment to fostering a healthier and more productive work environment.

The Ministry of Health Zambia and #CIDRZ’s PROUD Z Paediatric and Adolescents Unit led a vibrant weekend #HIV testing drive in George township offering health education, on-site testing, #counselling, prevention supplies and links to youth-friendly care.

A recent adolescent #HIV testing and reproductive health outreach in George township has been hailed as a model for integrated, community-based #health services. Organised by Ministry of Health Zambia, #CIDRZ and other partners, the event brought essential services directly to the community.

Not all heroes work in the spotlight. Some care quietly, collect data, offer comfort, and make life-saving decisions behind the scenes. This Heroes Day, CIDRZ celebrates the health workers whose dedication and resilience continue to shape a healthy Zambia. #heroesday #CIDRZ

Happy Unity Day, Zambia! Today, we celebrate the strength that comes from our diversity and the peace we enjoy through unity. May we continue to stand together, building a brighter and more inclusive future for all. One Zambia, One Nation! #unityday #ForaHealthyZambia #CIDRZ