About PRIM Zambia
Founded in 2012 and officially registered with the Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) in 2017, PRIM Zambia is a premier research organization dedicated to strengthening health systems through rigorous, participatory evidence generation. For over a decade, we have bridged the gap between global health standards and local implementation, specializing in digital health transformation, infectious disease research, and policy analysis to drive sustainable impact across sub-Saharan Africa.
Vision
A Zambia where evidence-driven research and collaborative innovation empower communities to thrive amid evolving health, social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Mission
To contribute to development and innovations that are anchored on evidence-based research that involves service users, communities and institutions.
Aspiration
To redefine global health research by ensuring every community has a definitive voice in the solutions that shape their well-being.
Our Research Team
Mr. George Sichone
Country Director
Mr. George Sichone, MSc, MA is a development and M&E specialist with over 15 years of leadership experience in SRHR, child protection, and systems strengthening across Africa, Europe, and India. Holding advanced degrees from the University of Lincoln (UK) and University of Warsaw (Poland), he has led high-impact, multi-country evaluations and strategic initiatives for UNICEF, Plan International, Care International, and the World Bank. George excels at translating rigorous research into actionable policies that protect and empower vulnerable children and families.
Prof. Joseph Mumba Zulu
Techical Advisor (Research & Consultancy)
Prof. Joseph M. Zul is a Public Health Specialist, Anthropologist, and Social Worker specializing in social protection, child protection, and family strengthening. With a PhD from Umeå University and over 120 peer-reviewed publications, he leads high-impact research and program evaluations across Africa. Prof. Zulu has partnered extensively with UNICEF, Catholic Relief Services, and government ministries to strengthen care systems, evaluate social cash transfers, and design inclusive policies for vulnerable children and families.
Mr. Bukuta Nyoni
Financial Advisor
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Mr. John M. Phiri
Research &Data Analysis Advisor
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Mr. Hastings Moono
Digital Solutions Advisor
Hastings Moono, BSc IT, PGD M&E is a technology-driven problem solver with over 10 years of experience designing scalable, automated data systems. Specializing in Business Intelligence dashboards, workflow automation, and mobile data collection platforms, he transforms complex datasets into "single source of truth" digital architectures. A champion of user adoption, he has trained over 25,000 end-users nationwide, bridging the gap between advanced technology and practical, data-led decision-making.
Mr. Ackim Musukwa
Programs & Research Coordinator
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Ms. Mirriam Zulu
Adolescent Health Coordinator
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Ms. Juliana M. Kateule
Gender & Community Support Officer
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