By Namonda Namusa Mwela, Digital Communications Officer
World Immunization Week – Every Child. Every Vaccine. Every Right.
🗓️ 28 April 2025
📍 Zambia
Did you know? Zambia has the third-highest number of cervical cancer cases in the world (WHO Africa, 2023). But here’s the good news: cervical cancer is preventable — and the HPV vaccine is one of the most powerful tools we have.
Who should get the HPV vaccine?
Girls aged 9 to 14 years can get the HPV vaccine for free at any health facility in Zambia. It's part of the national routine immunization programme.
This vaccine helps protect girls from HPV, the virus that causes cervical cancer later in life.
Got questions about HPV?
We’ve got answers!
UNICEF Zambia and U-Report have created a simple, private chatbot on WhatsApp to help you learn more — anytime, anywhere.
Here’s how to use it:
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📲 Send "Join" to +260768878878 on WhatsApp to register as a U-Reporter.
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💬 Then type "HPVCHAT" to start chatting with the bot.
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✅ Get answers about HPV and the vaccine — straight to your phone.
It’s free, confidential, and always available.
What you can do:
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💉 Make sure girls aged 9–14 get vaccinated at your nearest clinic.
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🗣️ Talk about it with friends, family, and your community.
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💬 Join U-Report Zambia and stay informed.
Because every dose counts, and every girl deserves protection.
Scan the QR code or click the link to chat now!
