Policy Papers

Revised State-Owned Enterprise Policy (2024)
by Hamulilo Handia|11 December 2025|Policy Papers
Overview The Revised State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) Policy (2024), issued by the Ministry of Finance and National Planning (MOFNP), provides Zambia’s updated framework for governance, ownership, and performance oversight of State-Owned Enterprises. It seeks to enhance efficiency, financial sustainability, and accountability...
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2025 National Forestry Policy
by Hamulilo Handia|01 December 2025|Policy Papers
Overview The 2025 National Forestry Policy provides Zambia’s strategic framework for the conservation, management, and sustainable utilization of forests, aligning with the Vision 2030, the Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP), and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The policy aims to promote...
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2025 National Policy on Environment
by Hamulilo Handia|23 November 2025|Government Reports & Publications, Policy Papers
Overview The 2025 National Policy on Environment (NPE) provides Zambia’s renewed framework for sustainable environmental management, aligning with the Vision 2030, Eighth National Development Plan (8NDP), and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It replaces the 2007 policy, incorporating emerging issues...
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National Policy on Honours and Awards – Implementation Plan (2024–2028)
by Hamulilo Handia|08 December 2024|Implementation Plan, Policy Papers
About the Implementation Plan The National Policy on Honours and Awards Implementation Plan (2024–2028) provides a structured approach to recognizing individuals and institutions that contribute significantly to Zambia’s national development, unity, and identity. It operationalizes the 2023 National Policy on...
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Revised National Resettlement Policy (2024)
by Hamulilo Handia|06 December 2024|Policy Papers
Overview The Revised National Resettlement Policy is Zambia’s renewed commitment to transforming resettlement schemes into productive, inclusive, and sustainable communities. It seeks to address challenges in voluntary and involuntary resettlement, enhance coordination, and empower vulnerable populations through improved access to...
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National Disaster Risk Management Policy (2024–2028)
by Hamulilo Handia|03 December 2024|Policy Papers
🛡️ Building a Resilient Zambia Together! The National Disaster Risk Management Policy (NDRMP) 2024–2028 is Zambia’s strategic blueprint for managing and reducing disaster risks. Spearheaded by the Office of the Vice President and coordinated by the Disaster Management and Mitigation...
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Second National Financial Inclusion Strategy (2024–2028)
by Hamulilo Handia|25 August 2024|Policy Papers
Overview The Second National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS II, 2024–2028) is Zambia’s renewed commitment to building a robust and inclusive financial ecosystem that ensures equitable access to affordable, quality, and sustainable financial products and services. It builds on the first...
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National Sport Policy 2024
by Hamulilo Handia|03 April 2024|Policy Papers
The National Sport Policy 2024 sets out the Government of Zambia’s renewed vision and strategic direction for the development of sport as a tool for social, economic, and national transformation. Revised from its 2006 version, this policy reflects current global...
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2023 National Refugee Policy
by Hamulilo Handia|25 August 2023|Policy Papers
Overview The National Refugee Policy (2023) is Zambia’s first comprehensive policy framework dedicated to the protection, welfare, and inclusion of refugees, asylum seekers, former refugees, and returnees. Zambia has hosted displaced persons since the 1940s and, as of 2022, sheltered...
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2023 National Gender Policy
by Hamulilo Handia|25 August 2023|Policy Papers
Overview The National Gender Policy (2023) is Zambia’s framework for achieving gender equity and equality across all sectors of development. It builds on the 2000 and 2014 policies and seeks to accelerate progress by addressing persistent gaps in access to...
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