KAWANDAMI HIGHLIGHTS PROGRESS IN DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND SOCIAL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Ministry of Community Development and Social Services Permanent Secretary, Ms. Angela Kawandami, says the Ministry has drawn valuable lessons from past shocks, which are now shaping efforts to strengthen resilience and improve disaster preparedness across the country. Speaking during a panel discussion at the launch of the Disaster Risk Financing Diagnostic Study Report and the […]
Read MoreMUMBWA TEENAGE MOTHER RETURNS TO SCHOOL FOLLOWING SOCIAL WELFARE INTERVENTION
A coordinated intervention by the Department of Social Welfare in Mumbwa District, Central Province, has helped a teenage mother return to school and continue her education after an early pregnancy. In 2023, a 14-year-old girl, then in Grade 6, became pregnant by a 16-year-old boy who was in Grade 10 at the time. Following the […]
Read MoreZAMBIA – JAPAN REAFFIRM STRONG BILATERAL TIES AT EMPEROR’S 66th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Minister of Community Development and Social Services, Ms. Doreen Mwamba, has extended its warmest congratulations to His Majesty the Emperor of Japan on the occasion of his 66th birthday and Japan’s National Day celebrations held at the Ambassador’s Residence. Speaking when she officiated at the National […]
Read MoreCHILDREN COMMEMORATE ICDB AMID GOVERNMENT’S COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARD THEIR INTERESTS
Children across the country today took over the airwaves to commemorate the 2026 International Children’s Day of Broadcasting (ICDB), calling for collective action to ensure the holistic promotion and protection of their rights. The commemoration comes amid Government’s continued commitment to safeguarding children’s welfare, as reaffirmed by the Minister of Community Development and Social Services, […]
Read More25 MITETE CWACs PROCURE TRACTOR UNDER FSP
In a significant boost to agricultural productivity in Mitete District of Western Province, 25 Community Welfare Assistance Committees (CWACs) have successfully pooled resources to purchase a 4×4 farm tractor through the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services’ Food Security Pack (FSP) recovery mechanism. The tractor, valued at K681,000, is expected to enhance farming productivity […]
Read MoreMCDSS UNDERTAKES NATIONWIDE SPOT CHECKS TO MONITOR JANUARY –FEBRUARY 2026 SCT PAYMENTS
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) is conducting its routine nationwide bimonthly spot checks for the January–February 2026 Social Cash Transfer (SCT) payment cycle. These inspections form part of the Ministry’s continued commitment to promoting transparency and accountability, and to ensuring that public resources reach the rightful and intended beneficiaries. The exercise […]
Read MoreMCDSS COMMEMORATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services joined the rest of the world in commemorating International Women’s Day under the theme: “Rights, Justice, Action for All Women and Girls.” The commemoration was graced by the Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, who reiterated his Government’s commitment to supporting women […]
Read MoreMCDSS HOLDS INFLUENCERS ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOP TO BOOST COMMUNITY OUTREACH
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has convened a Social Media Influencers and Content Creators Engagement Workshop in Mazabuka District aimed at strengthening collaboration between government and digital storytellers. The workshop seeks to equip social media influencers and content creators with accurate information about the ministry’s programmes while encouraging them to use their […]
Read MoreMCDSS PARTICIPATES IN YOUTH DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services successfully participated in this year’s Youth Day celebrations, recognizing the vital role young people play in driving national development. Commemorated under the theme, “Rise and Soar,” members of staff reaffirmed their commitment to hard work and dedication in strengthening the delivery of social protection programmes, ensuring that […]
Read MoreGOVT HAILS CONTRIBUTION OF SOCIAL WORKERS TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has paid tribute to social workers across Zambia for their dedication, compassion, and professionalism as the country joins the global commemoration of World Social Work Day 2026, under the theme: “Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a Divided Society.” Speaking in a speech delivered […]
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