Govt strengthens local infrastructure development with Land Development Fund

In 2024, the Ministry facilitated the release of K21, 850,000 to nine local authorities out of the K46,801,564.23 that was requested by various councils. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Principal Public Relations Officer, Delphine Hampande Zulu, the beneficiary councils were Mumbwa, Samfya, Manyinga, Siavonga, Mafinga, Nsama, Kanchibiya, Chinsali, and Nakonde. Zulu said the funds had played a crucial role in supporting essential infrastructure projects aimed at opening up and developing new areas for public benefit.

She further revealed that the Ministry has revised the LDF Guidelines, with the Ministry of Finance and National Planning granting approval in principle to the proposed recommendations. She said this development was expected to improve accountability, transparency, and efficiency in the management of the Fund, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated to support local development initiatives. She called on stakeholders, local authorities, and development partners to work together to ensure the proper and effective utilisation of the Fund.

“The Ministry’s efforts through the LDF are aimed at accelerating infrastructure development, strengthening land governance, and unlocking sustainable growth opportunities across Zambia,” she said. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express permission from ZAMBIA MONITOR.