Ministry Of Local Government And Rural Development

The Ministry Of Local Government And Rural Development is a government body in the Republic of Zambia. It is involved in implementing the Zambia Devolution Support Program (ZDSP), which is part of a broader decentralization agenda. This program aims to strengthen the capacity of Local Authorities to deliver quality public services, enhance accountability, and promote citizen participation in governance. The Ministry's work involves devolving functions and resources to the local level to bring governance closer to the people. Its activities support the decentralization agenda, focusing on areas such as public administration, communications, and local government development. The Ministry is located in Lusaka, Zambia.