Civil Society Health Partnership

MOU with Ministry of Health

COORDINATING HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS

Civil Society Health Partnership works with the Ministry of Health to coordinate non-faith based CSOs and NGOs for efficient healthcare delivery across Zambia.

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4 Pilot Provinces

GEO-MAPPING INITIATIVE

We map and geocode all activities of CSOs to prevent duplication and ensure resources reach underserved communities efficiently.

OUR SERVICES PARTNERS

Training & Workshops

CAPACITY BUILDING

We provide training for CSOs, NGOs and health service providers to enhance healthcare delivery through evidence-based practices.

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Civil Society Trust Fund

FUNDING HEALTH INITIATIVES

We administer funds from partners like Global Fund, EU, USAID and others to support health programs across Zambia.

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About CSHP

Learn about our mission, vision, and purpose

Our Purpose

The Civil Society Health Partnership (CSHP) is an organization established to coordinate, manage and monitor the activities of non-faith based civil society, NGOs and other stakeholders operating in the Health sector.

Our mandate is to coordinate and monitor the activities of CSOs, NGOs and other stakeholders in the health sector by mapping their activities to prevent duplication in functional or areas of operation.

CSHP focuses on non-faith based organizations whose membership includes CSOs, Local and international NGOs, Private Health Facilities, Diagnostic centers, Health Training Institutions and Pharmaceutical and Medical supply chains and service organizations.

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Our Resposibilities

How we support health organizations in Zambia

Coordination

We coordinate non-faith based CSOs and NGOs operating in the health sector to prevent duplication of efforts and maximize impact.

Geo-Mapping

We map and geocode all activities of CSOs and organizations operating in the health space for accountability and impact monitoring.

Capacity Building

We provide training and capacity building for CSOs, NGOs and other health service providers to enhance healthcare delivery.

Trust Fund Management

We administer the Civil Society Trust Fund that finances CSOs, NGOs and stakeholders operating in Zambian health spaces.

Memorandum of Understanding

Our agreement with the Ministry of Health

Purpose

To coordinate CSOs and NGOs operating in the health sector in Zambia - both local and international. The scope of membership is drawn from civil society and Non-Governmental organisations, Private Clinics, Hospitals, Private Health Training Institutions, Private Pharmacies, Laboratories and Pharmaceutical Companies.

MOH Obligations

The Ministry of Health recognizes the Civil Society Health Partnership as a lead NGO/CSO in health representing the non-faith-based organizations on the troika of the Ministry of Health.

CSHP Responsibilities

CSHP implements programs including training of Health Care Givers, Volunteers, Training in Geriatrics and support for infrastructure of home based care for the aged with Chronic illnesses among others. Operations are guided by the National Health Strategic Plan 2022 to 2026.

Steering Committee

The steering committee members comprise of representatives from Ministry of Health, Cooperating partners, Civil Society Health Partnership, International and Local NGOs respectively.

Duration

This MOU shall remain in effect for a period of 6 years after commencement, unless otherwise extended or terminated earlier according to the MOU provisions.

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Our Impact in Communities

Through coordinated efforts and strategic partnerships, CSHP has been able to reach underserved populations and improve healthcare delivery across Zambia.

Our geo-mapping initiative ensures that resources are allocated efficiently and services reach the communities that need them most.

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See Our Work in Action

Watch how CSHP is making a difference in coordinating health services across Zambia

CSHP in Action: Our Impact Stories

Watch how the Civil Society Health Partnership is transforming healthcare delivery across Zambia through coordinated efforts, community engagement, and strategic partnerships.

The Ministry of Health(MOH), in collaboration with its partners

The Ministry of Health(MOH), in collaboration with its partners, has marked a historic milestone in the fight against malaria with the official launch of the malaria vaccine under the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI).

CSHP Partners with LCC in Combating Cholera in Zambia

Civil Society Health Partnership partners with LCC in a coordinated effort to combat cholera across Zambia.

Civil Society Health Partnership Joins LCC in Fight Against Cholera

With cholera cases rising nationwide and over 1,000 people currently admitted, the Civil Society Health Partnership (CSHP), a non-governmental organization, has partnered with the Lusaka City Council (LCC) to help curb the spread of the disease. As part of this collaboration, CSHP is supporting efforts to bury shallow wells in various Lusaka compounds—one of the major sources of contamination.