Malaria Partners International (MPI) is proud to support this project through a $7,000 Community Impact Grant.
Report prepared by Nkonde Chola, Rotary Club of Ndola Central:
Executive Summary
The Youths Against Malaria project is a joint initiative by the Rotary Club of Ndola Central and Rotaract Club of Ndola targeting three (3) schools in Ndola District. The project aims to create education and awareness on malaria prevention by equipping learners with knowledge, promoting prevention, and fostering school-community health partnerships. The long-term vision is to contribute to the reduction of malaria cases in the community.
To date, we have completed stakeholder engagements, the official project launch, and training of 30 Peer Educators. The project is on track and has received strong support from government and stakeholders.
Activities Implemented
Activity 1: Stakeholder Engagement - We held 2 stakeholder engagements meetings with:
-Ndola District Health Office
-School Management and Staff of Mapalo Primary, Chipulukusu Secondary and Itawa Secondary.
Outcome: Secured buy-in, dates and support for project activities within the school calendar.
Activity 2: Project Launch - September 8, 2026
-Venue: Chipulukusu Secondary School. All three (3) schools participated.
-Highlights: Drama, poetry, and cultural performances by learners on malaria prevention.
Guests of Honour:
- Office of the District Commissioner for Ndola- represented by the District Administrative Officer.
- Lilian Nyendwa, Ndola District Health Director.
- Representatives from the District Education Board Secretary’s Office.
- Rotary District 9210 Assistant Governor Kangwa Mutimushi.
- Management and Staff of Ndola District Health Office, Itawa Secondary School, Mapalo Primary School and the hosts Chipulukusu Secondary School.
- Rotarians from the Rotary Clubs of Ndola Central and Ndola Mukuba, Rotaractors from the Rotaract Club of Ndola.
- Learners from the three (3) schools.
Outcome: High visibility for the project, branding and strong endorsement from government and health leadership. Over 250 learners, 10 Teacher from the host and visiting schools where reached with malaria messages that includes early health seeking behaviours and prevention messages during the launch.
In the above picture, the drama group at Chipulukusu Secondary School displays malaria awareness as learners follow.
Rotarians and the School Management welcome the Guest of Honour and District Health Director.
AG Kangwa Mutimushi, President Sunrick Mpululuka, a Senior Teacher and Mrs Mulenga Deputy Head Teacher hold a briefing with the District Administrative Officer and District Health Director.
Activity 3: Peer Educator Training
We conducted a 3-day training for Peer Educators selected from the three (3) schools. This is one of the first Peer Educators’ Training in Malaria prevention among learners on the Copperbelt Province of Zambia.
Objective: Equip learners with accurate knowledge on malaria prevention, symptoms, and treatment-seeking behaviour to enable them to sensitize peers and communities.
Outcome: 30 trained youth champions now ready to lead sensitization in schools and homes.
Peer Educators in a Session
Peer Educators after completion of Training
Upcoming Events
- Educational Workshops and Campaigns- In-depth sessions to be held in each of the 3 schools.
- School Malaria Screening- In partnership with the District Health Office.
- Malaria Prevention Drive- Distribution of IEC materials and preventive messaging.
- Creative Art on Malaria Prevention- Posters, drama, poetry competitions.
- Inter-Class Quizzes- To reinforce knowledge on malaria and create competition.
- Teacher-Led Initiatives- Integration of malaria messages into school programs.
Partnerships & Support
We acknowledge the support of: Ndola District Health Office, DEBS Officer, School Managements, and the Office of the District Commissioner. The collaboration with Rotaract Club of Ndola has been key to youth engagement and delivery.
Challenges & Mitigation
To be updated as we progress. So far, stakeholder coordination has been smooth.
Conclusion & Request
The project has started well and is creating awareness among youth. We would like to thank Malaria Partners Zambia led by the Executive Director Martha Lungu for their continued guidance and technical support towards this initiative.
We request technical support from other partners including International Rotary and Rotaract Clubs, as we roll out screening and prevention drives in the coming months. We seek further support to expand the initiative to other needy schools. We also welcome any resources or best practices partners can share to strengthen implementation.