Edna Simbayi – Tropical Diseases Research Centre

29 Jan 25

Courtesy call to MoH

The National Health Research and Training Institute (NHRTI) Directorate recently paid a courtesy call to the Ministry of Health and used the opportunity to discuss its transition from the Tropical Diseases Research Centre (TDRC) as well as to outline the future of health research in Zambia. Minister of Health Dr. Elijah Muchima warmly welcomed the […]

29 Jan 25

EXPANDED MANDATE AND NAME CHANGE

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXPANDED MANDATE AND NAME CHANGE The Tropical Diseases Research Centre (TDRC) has undergone substantial transformation since its inception, evolving from a centre focused exclusively on tropical disease research to an institution dedicated to training and addressing the country’s most pressing health concerns. We are pleased to announce that the transformation has ultimately led […]

20 Jan 25

Annual Laboratory Management Review Meeting

National Health Research and Training Institute (NHRTI) held an Annual Laboratory Management review meeting on the 17th January, 2025 at FATMOS Hotel, the meeting provided an opportunity to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange by sharing best practices, innovations, and insights that drive excellence in laboratory management and quality assurance. Additionally, the meeting provided the NHRTI […]

04 Dec 24

MOH Designates NHRTI (formerly TDRC) to spearhead national EQA Programs in Microbiology

In an effort to enhance the quality and reliability of microbiology testing across the country, the Ministry of Health has mandated the NHRTI (formerly TDRC) to spearhead External Quality Assessment (EQA) programs for microbiology laboratories nationwide. This significant initiative is a collaborative effort supported by the United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The mandate underscores […]

28 Nov 24

45th Sapphire Jubilee Anniversary of the African Association of Insect Scientists (AAIS)

National Health Research and Training Institute – NHRTI (formerly TDRC) is honored to participate in the 45th Anniversary of the African Association of Insect Scientists (AAIS) and the 25th Biennial Scientific Conference in Lusaka, Zambia. Representing the institution, Acting Deputy Director Dr. Mbanga Muleba, alongside Scientific Officers Mr. Westone Hamwata and Mr. Hunter Chilusu, delivered […]

21 Nov 24

NHRTI wins NSTC Awards

National Health Research and Training Institute – NHRTI (formerly TDRC) won the 2024 National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) Research and Development Institution merit award while two of our outstanding scientists, Dr. Mike Chaponda and Dr. Ngula Monde won awards for 2024 Science and Technology Research merit awards. The event took place on 8th November, […]

21 Nov 24

11th Zambia Health Research Conference

We are glad to have been part of the 11th National Health Research Conference which was held at Mulungushi Conference Centre from 15th to 17th October 2024 where we did not only participate, but we were also a Platinum sponsor for this prestigious event. Local and international research experts and health practitioners converged to disseminate […]

20 Nov 24

NHRTI (formerly TDRC) Recommended for Accreditation for Another 5-year Cycle

National Health Research and Training Institute – NHRTI (formerly TDRC) successfully retained its accreditation from the Southern African Development Community Accreditation Services (SADCAS) for compliance with ISO 15189 standards for medical laboratories. This follows a five-year accreditation cycle initiated in 2019, during which NHRTI consistently passed annual surveillance assessments. In the recent re-assessment, seven laboratories […]

20 Nov 24

NHRTI (formerly TDRC) Donates to Cholera Centre

To mark International Women’s Day, the National Health Research and Training Institute (formerly TDRC) donated cholera prevention supplies valued at over K30,000 to the Ndola Cholera Treatment Centre at Ndeke Mini-Hospital. The items, including hand sanitizer and granule chlorine, were handed over by TDRC Deputy Director Dr. Ray Handema to District Health Director Dr. Francis […]

18 Nov 24

TDRC’s Role in Zambia’s Fight Against Malaria

Malaria infection is still one of the major causes of deaths in the African continent and Zambia in particular. As a result, TDRC has prioritised malaria in its research in order to generate evidence to support the national agenda of malaria elimination. In this regard, TDRC conducts epidemiological, entomological and clinical trials to understand better […]