About Us
About University
Manica University is a premier private institution dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare in Africa. Located in Lusaka, Zambia’s capital city, we are committed to developing highly skilled, ethical, and compassionate health professionals equipped to serve communities locally and globally.
Fully registered and accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) of Zambia under the Higher Education (Amendment) Act No. 23 of 2021, Manica University delivers quality, industry-aligned education that meets national and international standards. Our health programmes are accredited by the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ), ensuring our graduates are practice-ready and professionally recognized.
Manica University has grown into six core schools
School of Medicine and Health Sciences
School of Pharmacy and Supply Chain Management
School of Nursing and Midwifery
School of Natural Sciences
School of Social Sciences and Social Work
School of Commerce and Business Studies
Our programmes are approved by leading regulatory bodies
Our main campus is located in Lusaka, the capital of Zambia
our main campus provides students with access to modern learning facilities, research opportunities, and strong links to healthcare institutions. This strategic location supports experiential learning, professional networking, and career development from day one.
Vision, Mission and Values
Vision
To create a future where healthcare professionals transcend boundaries—delivering care with skill, compassion, and purpose while transforming lives and communities.
Mission
To be Africa’s leading institution for health professions training by providing a nurturing, inclusive, and innovative learning environment that develops competent, ethical, and impactful healthcare leaders.
Excellence
We pursue the highest standards in education, research, and professional practice.
Integrity
We instill ethical responsibility, accountability, and trust in all we do.
Innovation
We embrace research, technology, and creative thinking to improve healthcare outcomes.
Inclusivity
We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive academic community where every voice matters.
At Manica University, we believe healthcare is more than a career—it is a calling.
We exist to educate professionals who are not only technically excellent but also deeply compassionate, ethical, and committed to service. In a rapidly changing world, healthcare demands leaders who can think critically, act responsibly, and respond boldly to society’s needs. That is the kind of graduate we are shaping.
Our focus is clear: quality education, strong professional values, and real-world impact. Through accredited programmes, dedicated faculty, and hands-on training, we prepare our students to thrive in practice, advance knowledge through research, and lead transformation across healthcare systems in Africa and beyond.
Manica University is a place where passion meets precision, where ambition is guided by integrity, and where every student is empowered to make a meaningful difference.
We invite you to join us—whether as a student, partner, or stakeholder—as we build the future of healthcare together.
Patricia Lees-Rolfe
CEO
