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02/12/2025

02/12/2025

Zambia Launches Localised Fiscal Decentralisation Training!

The commitment to stronger local governance and improved service delivery is now a permanent reality in Zambia.

Mr. Alfred Sakwiya, Acting Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, Finance and Economic Development, has officially launched the new Localised Fiscal Decentralisation Training Program.

This landmark Zambian solution establishes a robust, permanent framework to operationalise the Intergovernmental Fiscal Architecture (IFA 2023–2027) and deliver on the New Dawn Administration's promise of bringing decision-making closer to the people.

The training will equip local authorities with essential competencies in Own-Source Revenue (OSR) Mobilisation, Financial Management & Debt Control as well as Accountability & Participatory Budgeting

This is the key to transforming local service delivery across Zambia!

Watch the official launch video below.

18/11/2025

Technical Working Group Convenes to Finalise Zambia Public Service Change Management Framework Rollout.

Government has demonstrated its commitment to a "Smart and Value-Centred Public Service" with the official opening of a critical Technical Working Group meeting in Lusaka today. The event, officiated by the Permanent Secretary for the Management Development Division, Mr. Alfred S. Sakwiya, marks the final stage in developing the comprehensive report for the nationwide rollout of the Zambia Public Service Change Management Framework and Toolkit.

The meeting, held at the Urban Hotel, is convened to shape the final consultancy report on the Framework. Mr. Sakwiya stressed that this is a critical step in the national mission to strengthen governance and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery.

The Permanent Secretary highlighted significant milestones already achieved since the Framework was successfully launched by the Secretary to the Cabinet in February this year. Key progress includes:

1. The training of Master Trainers and Change Agents.

2. The deployment of an online self-paced competency course.

3. Institutions have already begun implementing change projects.

4. A Circular has been issued by the Secretary to the Cabinet to roll out the Framework across the Public and Local Government Services.

“These achievements represent significant milestones toward building a more efficient, citizen-centric Public Service,” Mr. Sakwiya noted.
The Framework is fundamentally anchored on Cultural Transformation, supported by Systems and Lean Thinking Methodologies. These principles are designed to institutionalise reforms, foster accountability, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement across all public institutions.

Mr. Sakwiya directed the Technical Working Grouprogressed to conduct a thorough review of the process and document lessons that will shape future actions, Identify gaps or areas for refinement based on practical experience and institutional realities and formulate actionable recommendations to guide the large-scale rollout of the Framework and related capacity-building initiatives.

“The final report must reflect technical rigor, strategic foresight, and operational practicality,” Mr. Sakwiya stated, adding that the document will serve as a reference point for Cabinet Office and all stakeholders.

The Permanent Secretary concluded by extending gratitude to partners, including the Good Financial Governance Programme (GFG), for their unwavering support in the development of the Zambia Public Service Change Management Framework.

29/10/2025

"For the first time, our cows go through an entire year without suffering disease."
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​That's the amazing news from Mubiana Lindunda, a farmer in Senanga District, Western Province.
​The secret? Devolution. By moving veterinary decision-making closer to his community, the responses are faster, treatments are proactive, and the results are undeniable.

​See how local authorities are directly empowering farmers and protecting livelihoods! 👇
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17/09/2025

Decentralisation at work..

11/08/2025

Yesterday, we commemorated the 2025 Africa Day of Decentralisation and Local Development with staff and officials from Kafue Town Council. The event, officiated by the Secretary to the Cabinet Mr. Patrick K. Kangwa marked the beginning of a week-long commemoration across Zambia.
This year's theme is "Building Resilient Communities through inclusive Decentralisation and equitable Development." This aligns with the African Union's 2025 focus on justice, social inclusion, and community-led development, reflecting the aspirations of Agenda-2063 for a prosperous and integrated Africa.

The commermoration facilitated the exchange of best practices on inclusive local governance and highHighlighted the role of local governments in addressing inequalities and improving access to basic services.

We are excited to kick off the Decentralisation and Local Government Week.

01/08/2025

Our Permanent Secretary Management Development Division interacts with a media from ZANIS at the 97th Agriculture and Commercial.. we are going live shortly..

18/07/2025

The new Permanent Secretary of the Management Development Division, Mr. Alfred Sakwiya, recently visited the Decentralisation Secretariat to review its impactful operations.......