Mazyanga Lucy Liwewe Mazaba

Mazyanga Lucy Liwewe Mazaba is a Zambian public-health scientist, epidemiologist, virologist and scientific author. She has more than 20 years of experience in public health, including laboratory diagnostics, disease surveillance, outbreak response and health communication. She holds a bachelor's degree in Biology and Chemistry, a master's degree in Epidemiology and a doctorate in Public Health.Africa CDC, “Dr. Mazyanga Lucy Mazaba”. Mazaba has held senior leadership positions at the Zambia National Public Health Institute, where she worked in public-health policy and health diplomacy. She also established and served as the inaugural editor-in-chief of "The Health Press Zambia", a public-health bulletin. Her scientific work includes research articles, editorials, book chapters and other publications on public health.Africa CDC. She has advocated for women's participation in health leadership and has spoken about the importance of mentorship, communication and collaboration among women professionals. She currently serves as Regional Director of the Eastern Africa Coordinating Center of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Public Health Association of Zambia, interview with Mazyanga Lucy Mazaba. Quotes Women's leadership and empowerment "Women are natural health providers, it is twisted within our DNA." "Women are natural health providers, it is twisted within our DNA." 'Pan African Women in Health' (May 6, 2019) "There's definitely enough pie to share." She said during an interview with PAWH 'Pan African Women in Health' (May 6, 2019) "Learning never ends." She stated in her interview, 'Pan African Women in Health' (May 6, 2019) Public Health "Health is not just mere absence of disease." "Africa CDC: Reimagining public health through One Health Vision", 'The 254 Report' (May 23, 2025) "There are a lot of other factors that contribute to the well-being of human being." She continued through her interview, 'The 254 Report' (May 23, 2023) Youth participation "It's not enough to include youth as a checkbox." "Putting youths at the Center of Public Health," 'Africa CDC' (July 3, 2025) "We must intentionally engage them in program design, in policy shaping, in innovation, and in advocacy." She continued, 'Africa CDC' (July 3, 2023) Mentorship and leadership development "True leadership is not about raising above others, but about raising with them." "Liberation is her Legacy: Women Leading Africa Forward," 'WomenLift Health' (July 30, 2025) Community engagement "Health systems are only as strong as the trust they earn." "Community Partnership in Health Response Cemented", 'Africa CDC' (September 30, 2025) "When we listen to communities, understand their fears, and act with empathy and evidence." She said, 'Africa CDC' (September 30, 2025) Health sovereignty "As Djibouti claimed its sovereignty, so must we claim health sovereignty." "New Office Bearers for RETAC and RESCO in Eastern Africa." 'Africa CDC' (July 4, 2025) Health security "PPPs can enhance our ability to detect threats early, before they escalate into full-blown crises." PPPs (Public-Private Partnerships)During the Tanzania Health Summit. 'Impact report, 2014-2026'