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First Deputy Speaker Says China’s Contribution to Zambia’s Development Essential

First Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Honourable Malungo A Chisangano, MP says China’s support to Zambia’s development continues to be essential, pointing to investments in infrastructure such as roads, schools and hospitals as well as in sectors including mining, agriculture and manufacturing. She said this support has greatly shaped Zambia’s progress.

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First Deputy Speaker Says China’s Contribution to Zambia’s Development Essential

Australia, Zambia Share Interests in Agriculture, Mining and Climate Change Says Speaker Dick

Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Parliament of Australia and Member for Oxley, Hon. Milton Dick, says Australia and Zambia share many common interests, including agriculture, innovation, critical minerals and climate change.

 He said this when he led an Australian Parliamentary Delegation on a historic visit to the National Assembly of Zambia this morning, marking the first time ever that a Speaker of Australia has visited Zambia’s Parliament. 

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Speaker Mutti Among Women Honoured as NGOCC Marks 40 Years

The Non-Governmental Gender Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC), celebrated its 40th anniversary with an Awards Gala Dinner  on 19th September, 2025 at Golden Peacock Hotel in Lusaka, where outstanding women championing gender equality were recognised.

Among those honoured was the Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Rt. Hon. Nelly B.K. Mutti, SC, MP, FAPRA, who was represented at the ceremony by the First Deputy Speaker, Hon. Malungo A. Chisangano, MP.

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Speaker Mutti Among Women Honoured as NGOCC Marks 40 Years

CPA CHAIRPERSON ELUCIDATES THE WORK OF THE ORGANISATION TO THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

Dr. Christopher Kalila, MP poses for a picture with the Presiding Officer (PO) of the Scottish Parliament ,Alison Johnstone MSP to his left

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Chairperson, Dr. Christopher Kalila, MP on Wednesday 17th September, 2025 addressed Scottish Parliamentarians during their CPA Branch Annual General Meeting to provide clarity on the work of the CPA. Dr Kalila stated that the CPA’s mission is to strengthen parliamentary democracy throughout the Commonwealth by supporting legislatures to be effective, inclusive and independent. He said the organisation does this by promoting good governance, sustainable development and human rights.

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CPA CHAIRPERSON ELUCIDATES THE WORK OF THE ORGANISATION TO THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

Strategic Planning Strengthens Parliament Says Speaker Mutti

Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, the Rt. Hon. Nelly B.K Mutti, SC, MP, FAPRA says parliaments that embrace strategic planning are better positioned to deliver effectively on their legislative, oversight, budget and representative functions.

She said this during the official opening of the High-Level Workshop on Parliamentary Strategic Planning organised by the National Assembly of Zambia in collaboration with Inter Pares and the European Union, on 17th September 2025 at the Southern Sun Hotel in Lusaka.

PRESIDENT HICHILEMA OFFICIALLY OPENS THE 5TH SESSION OF THE 13TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, PLEDGES TO REVIVE AND STABILIZE THE ECONOMY

President Hichilema Officially Opens The 5th Session Of The 13th National Assembly

President Hakainde Hichilema has officially opened the fifth session of the Thirteenth National Assembly with a pledge to revive and stabilize the economy. The President has highlighted energy diversification, food security and job creation as key priority areas in fostering sustainable economic development.

In his address to Parliament themed: “Consolidating economic and social gains towards a prosperous, resilient and equitable Zambia”, President Hichilema said that the Government has made positive strides in its social and economic transformation agenda.

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY STAFF URGED TO STRENGTHEN BUDGET OVERSIGHT IN BUILD-UP TO 2026 BUDGET

Members of staff at a capacity building workshop held in Kabwe at Urban Bliss Hotel from September 1st to 3rd, 2025

The Acting Clerk of the National Assembly Mrs Loveness M Mayaka represented by the Director of Financial Committee Mr Stephen Chiwota has called on members of staff to take Sector Budget Analysis seriously as a key pillar for economic governance and public accountability, during a high-level capacity building workshop held in Kabwe at Urban Bliss Hotel from September 1st to 3rd, 2025.

SPEAKER COMMISSIONS KANCHIBIYA CONSTITUENCY OFFICE, CALLS FOR EFFECTIVE UTILISATION OF CONSTITUENCY DEVELOPMENT FUND

 The Right Honourable Ms. Nelly Butete Kashumba Mutti, SC., MP, FAPRA, Speaker of the National Assembly has observed that the significant increase in the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) from previous allocations to the current 36.1 Million Kwacha per constituency, has not only empowered Constituencies to address their own local priorities, but also reinforced the role of Parliament in ensuring that development is people-driven and reflective of the true aspirations of communities.

Junior MPs Call for Enhanced Government Investment in Children’s Education and Healthcare

A spirited gathering of young voices echoed through the halls of the National Assembly of Zambia as the Junior Members of Parliament from different constituencies assembled for the Second Edition of the Fourth Session of the Junior Parliamentary Assembly.

The aspiring parliamentarians delivered powerful debates cantered on the theme: “Urge the Government to demonstrate its commitment to increasing and prioritising budgetary investments in quality education and healthcare services for all children.”

SPEAKER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN MUCHINGA PROVINCE ON A TOUR OF CONSTITUENCY OFFICES

The Right Honourable Ms. Nelly Butete Kashumba Mutti, SC., MP, FAPRA, Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia arrived in Mpika District of the Muchinga Province on Tuesday, 26th August, 2025 ahead of her five-day tour of Constituency Offices in the province.   

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