A chapter of NCFI · Since 1971

Zambia Nurses'ChristianFellowship

“Courage to make a difference in Nursing and Midwifery”

Philippians 1:27a

A Christian professional fellowship bringing Jesus Christ to nurses, promoting excellence in nursing, and caring for the caregiver across Zambia.

55Years
Nurses Shaping Africa's Future

Nurses Shaping Africa's Future

Together we build healthier communities

Nurses in fellowship at a ZNCF gathering
United in 1971Scattered fellowship groups joined to form the national body
Who We Are

A fellowship of faith,
born at the bedside

The Zambia Nurses' Christian Fellowship is a Christian professional organisation working among nurses in Zambia. Introduced in 1964 by missionaries, scattered fellowship groups at Evangelical Mission Hospitals united in 1971 to form the national body.

In 1972, ZNCF became a member of Nurses Christian Fellowship International — joining a global family of Christian nurses.

  • 01Bringing Jesus Christ to nurses through evangelism
  • 02Promoting excellence in nursing
  • 03Facilitating care of the caregivers
27+Nurse training schools reached
1971National body formed
5×Times Zambia hosted NCFI Africa
1972Joined NCFI worldwide
Our Vision

“To have a compassionate nurse who serves both clients and colleagues with excellence.”

Our Mission

“We seek to engage, equip, encourage and empower all nurses in their professional growth using biblical principles.”

Part of a global family

Nurses Christian Fellowship International

Founded in 1958, NCFI is a global fellowship of national nurses' Christian organisations, connecting Christian nurses across six worldwide regions.

  • Encourage Christian nurses to live out their faith in compassionate practice
  • Deepen the spiritual life and cultural awareness of nurses worldwide
  • Equip and support the development of Christian nurse leaders
  • Represent Christian nursing in the global healthcare arena
  • Promote friendship, communication and collaboration among nurses
1958Founded
6World Regions
60+Nations
Zambia & NCFI

ZNCF has been a proud member of NCFI since 1972. Judy Mumba currently serves on the NCFI International Board, representing Zambia and the Africa region.

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Zambia has hosted the NCFI Africa Regional Conference five times —

19741982199820062026
News & Updates

Latest from the fellowship

Africa Regional Nursing Conference a Resounding Success

5 May 2026

Africa Regional Nursing Conference a Resounding Success

Officially opened by Vice President Mutale Nalumango, the NCFI Africa Regional Conference hosted by ZNCF brought together nurses and midwives from across the continent and beyond.

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ZNCF's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

14 February 2021

ZNCF's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

How ZNCF mobilised to support frontline nurses with PPE and extended care to vulnerable communities during the pandemic.

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Our Heritage: ZNCF and Nurses Christian Fellowship International

27 January 2021

Our Heritage: ZNCF and Nurses Christian Fellowship International

The story of how Christian nurses around the world came together through NCFI, and Zambia's role in the Africa region.

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Whether you are a nurse, midwife, student, or supporter — reach out to learn about the fellowship, our local groups, and how to get involved.

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A member of Nurses Christian Fellowship International, connecting Christian nurses across six world regions.