MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT · REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA
◆ LOCAL GOVERNANCE
◆ RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Through decentralisation and strengthened local authorities, we are enhancing service delivery, improving infrastructure and creating opportunities in communities across Zambia.
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Supporting stronger local authorities and better public services for communities across Zambia.
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Empowering local authorities to respond effectively to the needs of their communities.
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Over 170 Council Police Officers graduate in professional development training by the Zambia Police Service.
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Government completes delivery of 156 CDF ambulances, strengthening access to essential services.
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President Hichilema tours CDF-funded school infrastructure in Kanyama, reaffirming commitment to free education and the school feeding programme.
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Guidelines for consistent branding and communication of CDF projects and initiatives.
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Stories and experiences highlighting the impact of CDF interventions across communities.
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Official guidance supporting effective planning, implementation and management of CDF.
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A framework for effective communication, public awareness and stakeholder engagement.
Learn More →Access annual budgets and key financial information relating to the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and other local government funding streams.
Driving sustainable development through effective local governance and quality service delivery across Zambia.
Supporting traditional leadership and customary governance.
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Supporting effective local governance, sustainable development and improved service delivery across Zambia.
Strengthening local authorities for effective and accountable governance.
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Supporting the development and maintenance of local infrastructure.
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Working with traditional leadership for inclusive development.
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Building the capacity of local authorities and communities for improved service delivery.
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REPUBLICAN President Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, today officially officiated at the 2026 Samu Lyamoomba traditional ceremony of Chief Choongo in Monze district, and underscored
The deep-rooted “All-Weather Friendship” between the Republic of Zambia and the People’s Republic of China continues to blossom, marked by escalating economic diplomacy
The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development has reaffirmed Zambia’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding bilateral relations with the Kingdom of Saudi
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has underscored that traditional ceremonies remain vital for preserving cultural identity, transmitting ancestral knowledge to the youth, and fostering National
REPUBLICAN President Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, today officially officiated at the 2026 Samu Lyamoomba traditional ceremony of Chief Choongo in Monze district, and
The deep-rooted “All-Weather Friendship” between the Republic of Zambia and the People’s Republic of China continues to blossom, marked by escalating economic
The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development has reaffirmed Zambia’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding bilateral relations with the Kingdom of
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has underscored that traditional ceremonies remain vital for preserving cultural identity, transmitting ancestral knowledge to the youth, and fostering
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Lusaka, Zambia.
Telephone: +260 -211- 250528
+260 -211- 250732
Email Address: PS@MLGRD.GOV.ZM
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