Lusaka Province Minister Sheal Mulyata has directed heads of departments to deliberately undertake programmes that will contribute to poverty reduction, economic diversification and inclusive human development in 2026. Mulyata said key national objectives must be at the centre of programme implementation in the new year. She was speaking in Lusaka when she virtually officiated at the Third Quarter Provincial Development Coordinating Committee (PDCC) meeting.
The Minister said aligning provincial programmes with national priorities will strengthen collective impact and ensure that initiatives remain relevant and responsive to Zambia’s broader development agenda in 2026. “As we deliberate today, let us remain aligned with the broader national development agenda while maintaining focus on our local priorities. The development of Lusaka Province requires a unified, coordinated approach across all sectors, departments and stakeholders,” Ms.
Mulyata said. Mulyata cited the scaling-up of the School Feeding Programme, which reached 616,065 learners and the procurement of over 600,000 desks to improve the quality of education in schools. She further noted that the province recorded a historic maize bumper harvest of 55,850 metric tonnes against a target of 22,000 metric tonnes during the 2024/2025 farming season.
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“This was achieved through collaborative efforts between government institutions and key stakeholders, including traditional leadership. The province has also witnessed road works and other developmental projects being implemented,” she said. Meanwhile, Lusaka Province Acting Deputy Permanent Secretary Gideon Mwanza stressed the importance of unity of purpose among stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of provincial programmes.
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