Zambia parliament approves ministry changes
President Hichilema's plan to merge and dissolve ministries passed with majority support in the National Assembly.
Zambia's Parliament approved President Hakainde Hichilema's proposal to restructure government ministries yesterday in Lusaka. The changes aim to improve efficiency and accelerate the Grow Zambia Agenda. Vice President Mutale Nalumango moved the motion, which was supported by most lawmakers.
The approved changes include dissolving the ministries of Energy; Commerce, Trade and Industry; and Youth, Sport and Arts. New ministries will focus on areas like Trade and Export, Industry, Electricity, and Culture and Arts. Several ministries, including Defence and Finance, will retain their existing structures.
Mrs Nalumango stated that dedicated ministries for Electricity and Petroleum are important for economic growth and responding to energy demands. She also highlighted the economic potential of the Culture and Arts sector for tourism and job creation. Monze East MP Jack Mwiimbu supported the motion, calling it non-controversial.
Why it mattersZambian citizens will experience changes in government service delivery and the focus of national development priorities.