Authors : David Gilbert Mbewe

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25nov400

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Abstract : The article explores the transformative potential of innovative nursing entrepreneurship in fostering sustainable development in Zambia’s healthcare system. In a country where access to quality healthcare remains a challenge, particularly in rural and underserved regions, nursing entrepreneurship offers a promising avenue for addressing these gaps. By integrating community-based healthcare models, nurses can significantly contribute to improving healthcare accessibility, affordability, and quality. This paper delves into the intersection of nursing entrepreneurship and community- driven healthcare initiatives, highlighting how nurse-led ventures can positively impact economic development, reduce healthcare disparities, and improve health outcomes across the country. Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative analyses, the paper presents successful case studies where nurse entrepreneurs have implemented scalable and effective community-based healthcare solutions. It also addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by nurse entrepreneurs in Zambia, such as financial constraints, limited business management skills, and regulatory hurdles. The article proposes key strategies for overcoming these challenges, including enhanced training programs for nurses, increased access to capital, and policy reforms that support nurse-led healthcare initiatives. Ultimately, this paper provides evidence-based recommendations for scaling up community-based healthcare models, emphasizing their potential to create a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable health system in Zambia.

Keywords : Nursing Entrepreneurship, Community-Based Healthcare, Sustainable Development, Zambia, Healthcare Models, Economic Development, Nurse-Led Initiatives.

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