Government of the Republic of Zambia

2015 National Youth Policy

National Policy | 2015 | English

Zambia’s 2015 National Youth Policy sets the vision, goals and strategies to empower youth aged 15–35 through employment, education and skills, health, and participation in culture and sport. It outlines cross-cutting priorities and an implementation framework with monitoring and evaluation provisions.

Relation note: Owner and publisher of the national policy.

National Transport Policy

Policy document | 2019 | English

Zambia’s 2019 National Transport Policy sets a framework to deliver safe, efficient and integrated transport systems across road, rail, air and waterways, aiming to position the country as a regional transport hub by 2028.

Relation note: Owner/government under which the policy is issued.

Revised National Micro Small and Medium Enterprise Development Policy

National Policy | 2023 | English

Zambia’s 2023 MSME Development Policy outlines definitions, objectives, and measures to grow the MSME sector. It targets improved access to finance and markets, innovation and technology adoption, and stronger coordination and infrastructure.

Relation note: Government publisher/owner.

Revised National Resettlement Policy: Implementation Plan 2024–2028

Implementation Plan | 2024 | English

Government of Zambia’s Office of the Vice President outlines the 2024–2028 implementation plan for the Revised National Resettlement Policy, detailing objectives, activities, targets, and estimated resources for resettlement schemes.

Relation note: Owner/issuer of the national policy framework.

Revised National Resettlement Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

Zambia’s 2024 Revised National Resettlement Policy sets direction for voluntary and involuntary resettlement, improving productivity in resettlement schemes, service provision, coordination, and fair compensation in line with the 8NDP and the Kampala Convention.

Relation note: Owner and issuer of national policy.

Child Safeguarding Policy

Policy | 2023 | English

The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services outlines Zambia’s child safeguarding principles, standards, and procedures to prevent abuse and ensure children’s safety across all programs and operations. Approved in September 2023, the policy sets requirements for risk assessment, safe recruitment, reporting, and monitoring.

Relation note: Government publisher/owner; policy aligned to national legal framework.

Government Fleet Management Policy

Policy | 2019 | English

A 2019 policy by Zambia’s Ministry of Works and Supply to standardize and improve the acquisition, use, maintenance, insurance, and disposal of government vehicles, plant, and equipment, aiming for cost-efficiency and effective service delivery.

Relation note: Parent government of the issuing ministry.

National Policy on Wetlands

Policy | 2018 | English

Zambia’s 2018 National Policy on Wetlands sets out the vision, objectives, and measures to conserve and ensure the wise use of wetlands. It outlines threats, guiding principles, institutional roles, legal framework, financing, and monitoring arrangements.

Relation note: Issuing government.

National Gender Policy 2014

National Policy | 2014 | English

Revised national policy issued by Zambia’s Ministry of Gender and Child Development to advance gender equity and equality across sectors. It sets priorities, measures, and coordination mechanisms to mainstream gender in development.

Relation note: Parent government and issuer of national policies.

The National Policy on Anti-Corruption

Policy document | 2023 | English

Zambia’s 2023 National Policy on Anti-Corruption sets a national framework to achieve zero tolerance to corruption through prevention, institutional strengthening, transparency, and legal reforms. It includes an implementation plan for 2024–2028.

Relation note: Owner and publisher of the national policy.

Second National Agricultural Policy

National policy | 2016 | English

Zambia’s Second National Agricultural Policy (SNAP) provides policy guidance for the agriculture sector following the 2004–2015 NAP. Issued in February 2016 by the Ministries of Agriculture and of Fisheries and Livestock, it sets objectives, measures, and an implementation framework aligned to Vision 2030.

Relation note: Government publisher/owner.

National Disaster Management Policy

Policy Document | 2005 | English

Zambia’s National Disaster Management Policy sets out a proactive, community-based, multi-sectoral framework to reduce disaster risk and strengthen preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery. Issued by the Office of the Vice President through the Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit in August 2005.

Relation note: Document marked as property of the Government of the Republic of Zambia.

National Fire and Rescue Services Policy (Final Draft)

Policy | 2017 | English

Zambia’s draft national policy sets out a coordinated, prevention-focused framework for fire and rescue services, led by local authorities and guided by a new legal and institutional architecture. It outlines measures for preparedness, rural and forest fire management, financing, and monitoring.

Relation note: Government policy document.

Republic of Zambia National Gender Policy 2023

Policy | 2023 | English

Zambia’s 2023 National Gender Policy outlines objectives, measures, and an implementation framework to accelerate gender equity and equality across social, economic, and governance sectors.

Relation note: Issuer of the national policy.

National Health Policy: A Nation of Healthy and Productive People

Policy Document | 2012 | English

Zambia’s 2012 National Health Policy sets the overarching direction for the health sector, anchored in Vision 2030, to ensure equitable access to quality, cost‑effective health services as close to the family as possible.

Relation note: Owner/parent government under which the policy is issued; aligned to Vision 2030 and national development plans.

National Health Policy

National Policy | 2011 | English

Zambia’s National Health Policy (Final Draft, December 2011) sets the vision of “A Nation of Healthy and Productive People,” outlining priorities to deliver equitable, quality health services as close to the family as possible.

Relation note: National policy anchored in Vision 2030 and implemented through NDPs and NHSPs

National Refugee Policy (Draft)

Policy (Draft) | 2023 | English

Zambia’s first National Refugee Policy outlines the Government’s approach to protect and assist asylum seekers, refugees, and former refugees, and to integrate them into national systems. It sets objectives and measures on protection, services, livelihoods, co-existence, durable solutions, and coordination.

Relation note: Owner/issuer of the national policy framework.

National Refugee Policy Implementation Plan

Implementation Plan | 2023 | English

Zambia’s Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security outlines a five-year implementation plan (November 2023) to strengthen protection, services, livelihoods, inclusion, and durable solutions for refugees and other persons of concern. The plan details activities, indicators, targets, budgets, and responsible institutions.

Relation note: Government issuing context and oversight.

National Social Protection Policy

National Policy | 2014 | English

Zambia’s 2014 National Social Protection Policy sets out a comprehensive framework to reduce poverty, inequality, and vulnerability. It defines four policy pillars—Social Assistance, Social Security/Social Health Insurance, Livelihood and Empowerment, and Protection—and outlines objectives, measures, and an implementation plan.

Relation note: Owner of the national policy framework.

National Anti-Corruption Policy

National Policy | 2009 | English

Zambia’s 2009 National Anti-Corruption Policy sets a coordinated legal, institutional, and social framework to prevent and combat corruption across public and private sectors. It outlines objectives, measures, and an implementation and monitoring framework over a five-year period.

Relation note: Issuing authority of the national policy.

Aviation Strategy 2022–2026

Strategy | 2022 | English

The Ministry of Transport and Logistics outlines Zambia’s five-year Aviation Strategy to build a safe, secure, competitive and efficient aviation sector. It sets objectives, initiatives and an implementation framework to position Zambia as a regional aviation hub.

Relation note: Parent government framework and policy alignment (8NDP, NTP).

National Cultural Policy

National policy | 2003 | English

Zambia’s 2003 National Cultural Policy sets out the vision, objectives, and strategies to mainstream culture in national development, safeguard cultural heritage, and promote artistic creation and participation.

Relation note: National policy of the Republic of Zambia.

National ICT Policy 2023

National policy | 2023 | English

Zambia’s revised National Information and Communication Technology Policy sets the vision for an integrated ICT ecosystem to drive the country’s digital economy. It outlines sector priorities, objectives, and an implementation framework across infrastructure, skills, cybersecurity, innovation, e-services, and governance.

Relation note: Owner and issuing authority of national policies.

National Industrial Policy

Policy document | 2018 | English

Zambia’s National Industrial Policy (March 2018) sets out the government’s framework to drive industrialization, value addition, and diversification with a focus on MSMEs and priority manufacturing sub-sectors. It outlines objectives, strategies, and an implementation framework aligned to Vision 2030.

Relation note: Parent government issuing the policy under MCTI.

National Infrastructure Policy – Republic of Zambia

Policy document | 2023 | English

A national policy setting the strategic direction for coordinated development, maintenance, and quality assurance of Zambia’s social and economic infrastructure. Published June 2023 by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development.

Relation note: Issuing authority and owner of the national policy.

National Local Content Strategy 2018–2022

National strategy | 2018 | English

Government of Zambia’s strategy, led by the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, to institutionalise local content across the economy and strengthen linkages between foreign and local enterprises.

Relation note: Owner/publisher of the national strategy.

National Migration Policy

Policy | 2022 | English

Zambia’s National Migration Policy (July 2022) outlines a coordinated framework to manage migration for national security and socio-economic development. It sets objectives, measures, and institutional roles across labour migration, border governance, diaspora engagement, health, data, and more.

Relation note: Government-issued national policy.

National Migration Policy Implementation Plan

Implementation Plan | 2022 | English

Government of Zambia’s five-year implementation plan for the National Migration Policy, outlining objectives, activities, indicators, budgets, and responsible institutions. Published July 2022.

Relation note: Issued under the Republic of Zambia; multi-ministry implementation.

National Mineral Resources Development Policy 2022

National policy | 2022 | English

Zambia’s 2022 National Mineral Resources Development Policy sets the vision and measures to scale up exploration and production, strengthen licensing and compliance, and promote value addition and local participation across the mineral value chain.

Relation note: Owner and overarching authority for national policy.

National Monitoring and Evaluation Policy

Policy | 2019 | English

A Government of Zambia policy establishing a results-oriented, evidence-based, government-wide monitoring and evaluation system, including standards, roles, and an implementation framework. Published by the Ministry of National Development Planning in February 2019.

Relation note: Owner/government issuer of the policy.

National Policy on Honours and Awards: Implementation Plan (2024–2028)

Implementation Plan | 2024 | English

Implementation roadmap by the Office of the Vice President to administer Zambia’s National Honours and Awards system from 2024 to 2028. It outlines objectives, activities, timelines, stakeholders and budget requirements to strengthen management, awareness, coordination, and M&E of honours and awards.

Relation note: Issuing government and owner of the policy framework.

The National Policy on Human Trafficking and Smuggling of Migrants: Implementation Plan

Implementation Plan | 2022 | English

A Government of Zambia implementation plan outlining actions to prevent trafficking and migrant smuggling, protect victims, prosecute offenders, and strengthen partnerships. It details activities, timelines, responsible institutions, and an estimated five-year budget.

Relation note: Owner of the national policy framework.

National Sport Policy (Republic of Zambia)

Policy | 2024 | English

Zambia’s revised National Sport Policy outlines the vision, objectives, and implementation framework to grow sport nationwide, increase mass participation, strengthen integrity and safeguarding, and improve high-performance outcomes. It assigns roles to ministries and stakeholders and aligns with AU, UNESCO and SADC charters.

Relation note: National policy of the Government of Zambia.

National Strategy on Ending Child Marriage in Zambia 2016–2021

National Strategy | 2016 | English

Government strategy setting the framework to end child marriage in Zambia for 2016–2021. It defines coordination structures, objectives, legal reforms, behaviour change, and service delivery measures with a goal of a 40% reduction by 2021.

Relation note: National ownership and policy mandate.

National Tourism Policy

National Policy | 2015 | English

Zambia’s National Tourism Policy sets a strategic framework to develop a competitive and sustainable tourism sector. It outlines the vision, objectives, measures, and implementation arrangements to drive job creation, investment, and conservation.

Relation note: Parent government entity under which the issuing ministry operates.

National Trade Policy 2018

Policy | 2018 | English

Zambia’s National Trade Policy sets the country’s vision to become a net exporter of value-added goods and services. It outlines objectives, strategies, and measures across tariffs, non-tariff measures, services, facilitation, and export promotion, with an annexed implementation plan for 2018–2028.

Relation note: Issuing government; policy published under the Republic of Zambia.

The National Food and Nutrition Policy

National policy | 2006 | English

Zambia’s National Food and Nutrition Policy sets out a multi-sector framework to improve nutrition, eliminate malnutrition, and ensure food security, quality, and safety. It outlines policy measures across health, agriculture, social protection, gender, HIV, research, and institutional coordination.

Relation note: Owner of the national policy framework.

National Legal Aid Policy

Policy | 2018 | English

Government of Zambia’s 2018 policy setting out a comprehensive framework to expand and coordinate legal aid services, strengthen the Legal Aid Board’s mandate, regulate paralegals, and improve access to justice for poor and vulnerable people.

Relation note: Owner and overarching issuer of the national policy.

2025 National Policy on Environment (Zambia)

National policy | 2025 | English

Zambia’s 2025 National Policy on Environment sets the country’s framework for sustainable management of natural resources and environmental governance. It outlines priorities on circular economy, climate change adaptation and mitigation, biodiversity conservation, pollution control, and inclusive participation.

Relation note: Policy issued under the Government of Zambia.

Report of the Technical Committee on Consulting and Drafting Amendments to the Constitution of Zambia

Government report and draft bill | 2025 | English

National report submitted on 25 November 2025 presenting public consultation findings and proposed amendments to the Constitution of Zambia, with an annexed Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

Relation note: Appointed the Committee; owner of the constitutional amendment process.

Revised State-Owned Enterprise Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

Zambia’s Ministry of Finance and National Planning sets a revised governance and oversight framework for State‑Owned Enterprises to improve performance, transparency, and fiscal sustainability.

Relation note: Parent government under which the policy is issued.

Sector Devolution Plan for the Vehicle Licencing Function Under the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA)

Plan | 2021 | English

A sector devolution plan for transferring the vehicle licencing function under RTSA to local authorities.

Approved Final Restructuring Report for Town Councils

Report | 2023 | English

A Cabinet Office restructuring report covering town councils and local government administration.

National Adaptation Plan for Zambia

Plan | 2023 | English

Zambia's medium- to long-term adaptation plan for climate resilience and reduced vulnerability.

National Electronic Government Plan 2023-2026

Plan | 2023 | English

A national plan for public sector digital transformation and electronic government services.

The National Policy on Anti-Corruption (September 2023)

Policy | 2023 | English

A September 2023 version of Zambia's national policy framework for anti-corruption reform.

National Arts Policy

Policy | 2023 | English

A policy framework for a creative, dynamic, and sustainable arts sector in Zambia.

The National Decentralisation Policy

Policy | 2023 | English

The 2023 national decentralisation policy focused on local development through citizen participation.

National Policy on Disability

Policy | 2012 | English

A national policy draft focused on empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities.

National Disaster Risk Management Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

A national policy for disaster risk management and resilience in Zambia.

National Education Policy 2025

Policy | 2025 | English

A revised education policy aligned to 21st-century skills, inclusion, and national development priorities.

National Energy Policy 2019

Policy | 2019 | English

Zambia's policy framework for energy supply, efficiency, investment, and sector governance.

National Forestry Policy 2025

Policy | 2025 | English

A national policy for forestry management, conservation, and sustainable forest-based development.

National Green Growth Strategy 2024-2030

Strategy | 2024 | English

A national strategy for Zambia's transition to a low-carbon, resource-efficient, resilient, and inclusive economy.

National Health Policy 2026

Policy | 2026 | English

A national health policy for equitable, affordable, and people-centred health services.

National Housing Policy 2020-2024

Policy | 2020 | English

A national policy framework for housing delivery and settlement development.

Zambia National Biomedical Laboratory Policy, 2nd Edition

Policy | 2023 | English

A Ministry of Health policy for biomedical laboratory systems and services in Zambia.

National Meteorology Policy 2025

Policy | 2025 | English

A national policy framework for meteorological services and climate information in Zambia.

National Parks and Wildlife Policy 2018

Policy | 2018 | English

A national policy for parks, wildlife conservation, and sustainable wildlife management.

National Planning and Budgeting Policy 2014

Policy | 2014 | English

A policy for responsive, transparent, accountable, and results-oriented planning and budgeting processes.

National Policy on Climate Change 2016

Policy | 2016 | English

A national policy framework for coordinated climate change mitigation and adaptation.

National Population Policy 2019

Policy | 2019 | English

A national population policy for aligning demographic trends with sustainable human development.

Public Asset Management Policy

Policy | 2020 | English

A public sector policy for transparent and accountable management of government assets.

Public Sector Pay Policy 2025

Policy | 2025 | English

A public sector pay policy for salary, emolument, and performance management reforms.

Revised National Cooperative Development Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

A revised policy for cooperative development and enterprise participation in Zambia.

Zambia Voluntary National Review 2023

Report | 2023 | English

Zambia's 2023 voluntary national review on progress toward the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals.

Fifth National Development Plan 2006-2010

Plan | 2006 | English

Zambia's Fifth National Development Plan focused on broad-based wealth and job creation.

Sixth National Development Plan 2011-2015

Plan | 2011 | English

Zambia's Sixth National Development Plan for sustained economic growth and poverty reduction.

Seventh National Development Plan 2017-2021

Plan | 2017 | English

Zambia's Seventh National Development Plan for accelerating development toward Vision 2030.

Eighth National Development Plan 2022-2026

Plan | 2022 | English

Zambia's Eighth National Development Plan for socio-economic transformation and improved livelihoods.

Revised Sixth National Development Plan 2013-2016

Plan | 2014 | English

The revised Sixth National Development Plan focused on people-centred economic growth and development.

Zambia Vision 2030

Plan | 2006 | English

Zambia's long-term vision to become a prosperous middle-income nation by 2030.

Diagnostic Report on Governance and Corruption in Zambia

Report | 2022 | English

An IMF diagnostic report on governance and corruption issues in Zambia.

Relation note: Prepared in response to a request from the authorities of Zambia.

National Water Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

A national policy for water resources, water supply, sanitation, and national water security.

National Youth Policy 2024

Policy | 2024 | English

A policy for accelerating youth participation and empowerment in Zambia.