By Chisomo Phiri
Attorney General (AG ) Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda has instructed the Ministry of Health to stop hiring unqualified nurses and midwives following a court stay order issued on June 17, 2025.
According to a memo signed by the Secretary for the Health Samson Mndolo, only qualified candidates may be appointed to fill vacancies.
The memo directs hospital directors and district health officials to process only eligible applicants and refer unqualified candidates to the relevant authorities.
The ministry has also been advised to strictly comply with the court order and verify all candidates’ qualifications.
This decision follows legal challenges over unqualified hires during walk-in interviews held earlier this year.
