Policy Papers

Zambia’s National Housing Policy (2020–2024)
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Vision: Affordable and Decent Housing for All by 2030 Zambia’s National Housing Policy 2020–2024 provides a strategic framework to address the country’s growing housing deficit and promote inclusive, sustainable, and affordable housing development. With a current shortfall of over 1.5...
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Zambia National Productivity Policy (2020)
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🎯 Vision “A productive and competitive nation by 2030.” 📌 Purpose The policy aims to: Increase productivity across all sectors. Enhance national competitiveness. Improve living standards. Serve as a coordinating framework for all productivity-related efforts. 📊 Key Challenges Identified Declining...
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2019 Government Fleet Management Policy
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Overview The Government Fleet Management Policy (2019), developed by the Ministry of Works and Supply, provides Zambia with its first comprehensive framework for the acquisition, use, maintenance, and disposal of government vehicles, plant, and equipment. The policy is designed to...
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2019 National Transport Policy
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Overview The 2019 National Transport Policy (NTP) provides Zambia with a comprehensive framework for developing an efficient, integrated, and safe transport system. It updates the 2002 policy to address emerging domestic, regional, and international challenges in infrastructure and service provision....
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2018 National Wetlands Policy
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Overview The National Policy on Wetlands (2018), developed by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, provides a national framework for the conservation, protection, and sustainable use of Zambia’s wetlands. Wetlands cover 14–19% of Zambia’s land area and are critical...
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Zambia’s National Legal Aid Policy (2018)
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Vision: A Zambia where equal access to justice for the poor and vulnerable is ensured through efficient and effective legal aid services. Zambia’s National Legal Aid Policy provides a comprehensive framework to enhance access to justice for all, especially the...
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Zambia’s National Industrial Policy (2018)
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Vision: To be an industrialised and competitive nation with a diversified, innovative and globally competitive industrial base by 2027. Zambia’s National Industrial Policy (NIP) provides a strategic framework to transform the country from a producer of raw materials into a...
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Zambia National Trade Policy: 2018–2028
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📌 Overview The National Trade Policy (NTP) of Zambia outlines the government's strategy to promote a competitive trade sector that supports industrialization, economic diversification, and sustainable development. It aligns with Zambia's Vision 2030: “To become a prosperous middle-income nation by...
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Second National Agricultural Policy (2016)
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Overview The Second National Agricultural Policy (SNAP, 2016–2020) was developed by the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock to guide Zambia’s agriculture sector following the 2004–2015 NAP. It addresses gaps in rural incomes, inclusiveness, agricultural financing,...
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Zambia’s National Strategy on Ending Child Marriage (2016–2021)
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📘 Overview Child marriage—defined as any formal marriage or informal union involving a person under 18 years—is a major challenge in Zambia. With over 40% of Zambian women aged 20–49 married before 18, the country has one of the highest...
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