Since 2020 an informal link between WGSP and the University of Zambia (UNZA) / University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka, Zambia has developed: the Zambian team are developing a neurology training programme including a focus on stroke. In July 2023 a Letter of Agreement was signed between WGSP and UNZA / UTH outlining the relationship which includes sharing of resources, knowledge, and experiences for the benefit of both parties.
In order to support Zambian staff training ahead of the imminent opening of the first stroke unit in their country, during September 2023 two Zoom calls were facilitated between nurses from KBTH in Ghana and nurses from UTH. These took a semi-structured format with questions being asked about the experiences of the KBTH nursing team as the stroke unit there has developed from small beginnings to the widely recognised regional centre of stroke care that it is today. Challenges and successes were explored and the positive impact on patient care was discussed.
The Zambian nurses engaged in the discussion with insightful questions and observations, reporting that it was one of the most helpful and best sessions during their training.