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Enhancing Youth Health Through Governance and Policy for NCD and Mental Health Prevention Project

Zambia faces a growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and rising mental health challenges, particularly among adolescents and youth aged 10–29. The Health4Life (H4LF) project is a national response aimed at reducing exposure to NCD risk factors including tobacco use, alcohol misuse, unhealthy diets, and physical inactivity while strengthening youth-focused mental health service delivery.

Key Objectives

  • Strengthen Policy, Legislation and Regulations
  • Enhance Multi-Sectoral Coordination

  • Build Youth Skills, Awareness and Protective Behaviors

  • Expand Youth-Friendly Mental Health Services

70%

Aims to reduce risks contributing to premature adult deaths (rooted in adolescent behaviors)

10–29 years

Expected to influence millions of young people through nationwide campaigns.

20%

Responds to mental‑health conditions affecting of the young population.

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