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In a World where Challenges Transcend Borders, Partnership is no longer Optional – Dr Christopher Kalila

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Chairperson, Dr. Christipher Kalila, MP says the theme for this year’s Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) which is “The Commonwealth: A Global Partner”, could not be more timely.  He said in a world where challenges transcend borders, from climate change to economic uncertainty, from inequality to democratic instability, partnership is no longer optional, it is essential.

SPEAKER NODS FAMILY-FRIENDLY PARLIAMENTS AS A STRATEGY TO REALISING GENDER-SENSITIVE PARLIAMENTS

Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, Rt Hon Ms Nelly B K Mutti, SC, MP, FAPRA, calls for family-friendly parliaments. Speaking when making a contribution to a panel discussion on the topic “Good Practices and Strategies for Realising Gender-Sensitive Parliaments across the Commonwealth” during the on-going 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Bridgetown, Barbados, Speaker Mutti noted that there are a number of practices and strategies that parliaments can employ to the realisation of gender-sensitive parliaments.

Acting Clerk Mrs. Mayaka welcomes BBC Media Action’s partnership extension to 2026

Acting Clerk of the National Assembly, Mrs. Loveness Mayaka, says the National Assembly of Zambia is delighted that BBC Media Action has extended its partnership under the Citizens’ Voice Project to January 2026, a move that reflects the organisation’s continued commitment to strengthening parliamentary engagement and citizen participation in governance.

Zambia and United Arab Emirates: A Growing Economic Alliance

On Wednesday the 1st of October, 2025 at Parliament Buildings the United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Jassim Mohamed AlQasemi paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Rt Honourable Ms Nelly B. K. Mutti, SC, FAPRA to engage on dialogue to foster enhanced bilateral relations between the two countries.

Finance Minister Hon. Musokotwane unveils K253.1 Billion 2026 National Budget

The Minister of Finance and National Planning, Honourable Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, on Friday, 26th September 2025, presented the 2026 National Budget to the National Assembly under the theme “Consolidating Economic and Social Gains towards a Prosperous, Resilient and Equitable Zambia.”

He said, the 2026 National Budget projects national expenditure of K253.1 billion, representing 27.4 percent of GDP. He further said Domestic revenues are expected to contribute K206.5 billion, complemented by K12.1 billion in grants and K34.5 billion in borrowing.

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Finance Minister Hon. Musokotwane unveils K253.1 Billion 2026 National Budget

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF ZAMBIA AND THE NATIONAL PARLIAMENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY AGREE TO DEEPEN COOPERATION.

The Acting Clerk of the National Assembly of Zambia Mrs. Loveness Maambo Mayaka on the 25th September, 2025 in Berlin, Germany, has held bilateral talks with her counterpart, Paul Göttke, Secretary General of the Bundestag, the national parliament of the Federal Republic of Germany. Mrs. Mayaka who is leading a delegation of National Assembly staff to the Germany Bundestag, has called on the two institutions to further deepen their cooperation and collaboration for knowledge exchange and continuous learning between the parliaments. Speaking when she met Mr.

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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Zambia Share Interests in Agriculture
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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

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