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TRANSFORM WASTE INTO WEALTH: VP NALUMANGO ENCOURAGES LOCAL INVESTORS

The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development in partnership with the Lusaka Integrated Waste Management Company has reaffirmed its commitment to improving waste management, with Vice President Mrs. W.K. Mutale Nalumango calling on local investors to seize opportunities in the sector. During a tour of the Chunga Landfill today, Her Honour the Vice President… Continue reading TRANSFORM WASTE INTO WEALTH: VP NALUMANGO ENCOURAGES LOCAL INVESTORS

Highlights of the tour of Kanyama Constituency in Lusaka by President Hakainde Hichilema on the floods situation on 28th February 2025.

Highlights of the tour of Kanyama Constituency in Lusaka today by President Hakainde Hichilema on the floods situation on 28th February 2025.

GOVERNMENT MOURNS THE LOSS OF SENIOR CHIEF KAMBOMBO

Chama, Eastern Province – The Government is saddened by the passing of Senior Chief Kambombo, Zamangwe XIX. The Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Gary Nkombo, MP, extended heartfelt condolences on behalf of President Hakainde Hichilema, to the royal family, the entire community, and all those mourning the loss. Chief Kambombo’s leadership had… Continue reading GOVERNMENT MOURNS THE LOSS OF SENIOR CHIEF KAMBOMBO

CHIEFS HAIL PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S SUPPORT FOR TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES, LAUD HIS COMMITMENT TO UNIT AND DEVELOPMENT

President Hakainde Hichilema 22nd February, 2025 joined the Ngoni people of Eastern Province to celebrate the Ncwala Traditional ceremony, a vibrant display of cultural heritage. On the sidelines of the ceremony, the President met with over 50 chiefs from various regions of the country, who had gathered to attend the event. His Royal Highness Chief… Continue reading CHIEFS HAIL PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S SUPPORT FOR TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES, LAUD HIS COMMITMENT TO UNIT AND DEVELOPMENT

GOVERNMENT COMMITTED TO LOCAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH CDF – PRESIDENT HH

The Public-Private Dialogue Forum (PPDF) – Private Sector Day, held under the theme “Embracing Sustainability: Unlocking Economic Opportunities in the Face of Climate Change and Drought,” Her Honour, the Vice President, Mrs. W.K. Mutale Nalumango, speaking on behalf of President Hakainde Hichilema, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving livelihoods through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF).… Continue reading GOVERNMENT COMMITTED TO LOCAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH CDF – PRESIDENT HH

The crossing of Luangwa River by His Royal Highness, Paramount Chief Mpezeni,

Highlights that characterised the crossing of Luangwa River by His Royal Highness, Paramount Chief Mpezeni, ahead of the Nc’wala tradional ceremony on Saturday, 22 February, 2025 in Eastern Province.

GOVT WORKING TO LINK EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMES TO MORE CITIZENS

Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRD) Permanent Secretary (Administration) Mr Maambo Haamaundu addressing officers from various Local Authorities during the just-ended Lusaka Province training symposium for the Institute of Local Government Administrators of Zambia at Golden Peacock Hotel in Lusaka. Picture courtesy of MLGRD

The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development has implored Councils and Civic Leaders to establish more platforms aimed at enhancing sensitisation and awareness to enable more Citizens access empowerment opportunities at household level towards poverty reduction. Permanent Secretary (Administration) Mr. Maambo Haamaundu stressed that, in line with the Ministry’s mandate of contributing to the… Continue reading GOVT WORKING TO LINK EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMES TO MORE CITIZENS

The pass-out parade of more than 230 Council Police officers at Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute

The pass-out parade of more than 230 Council Police officers at Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute in Chongwe District. The Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Hon Gary Nkombo, MP is officiated the event. Highlights of the pass-out parade ceremony of 241 Council Police officers drawn from 116 Local Authorities in the Country. The… Continue reading The pass-out parade of more than 230 Council Police officers at Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute

PUBLIC ALERT: BEWARE OF CDF AND CASH FOR WORK SCAMS

The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development wishes to alert the public about fraudulent individuals and groups falsely claiming that the funds have been released towards the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and Cash for Work programs, and subsequently soliciting personal details and money from unsuspecting citizens. We wish to emphasize that the disbursement of… Continue reading PUBLIC ALERT: BEWARE OF CDF AND CASH FOR WORK SCAMS

MAKENI FLYOVER BRIDGE VERY SAFE-GOVERNMENT

There have been social media reports and pictures circulating that a crack has developed on one of the Crash-Barriers on Makeni Flyover Bridge in Lusaka. Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary, (Administration), Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, therefore, wishes to clarify that the particular gap circulated on social media, is NOT a CRACK. Mr… Continue reading MAKENI FLYOVER BRIDGE VERY SAFE-GOVERNMENT