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- Our Departments and Mandate

Milenge Town Council
Legal Authority and Mandate
  • Legal Basis: Established under the Local Government Act, which governs the formation and responsibilities of all Zambian local authorities.
  • Core Vision: Focused on providing essential services, socioeconomic growth, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability for residents.
Communication and Strategy
  • Bridging the Gap: To address past issues of stunted growth and poor information sharing, MTC is adopting an open-door policy.
  • Digital Transformation: The council is prioritizing digital technologies to better connect with citizens and accelerate district development.
Organizational Structure
  • Departmental Setup: The council operates through three directorates (departments) that manage public goods and services.
  • Key Sectors: Responsibilities span governance, public health, education, social amenities, and community development.

The CDF serves as a strategic tool to bridge the gap between central resources and local needs through a "bottom-up" accountability model.

Core Objectives:

  • Infrastructure: Building schools, clinics, and local roads.
  • Human Capital: Providing bursaries for secondary and vocational training.
  • Economic Growth: Empowerment grants for youth and women.

Implementation Structure:

The process is governed by CDF Committees (local leaders and experts) and Local Authorities (Municipal/District Councils) who act as implementing agencies. All projects undergo a formal approval process and are subject to audits by the Auditor General to ensure transparency.

OUR DEPARTMENTS

1. Office of the Council Secretary

2. Department of Agriculture Service

3. Department of Community Development

4. Department of Engineering

5. Department of Finance

6. Department of Fisheries and Livestock

7. Department of Health Services

8. Human Resource and Administration

9. Department of Planning

10. Department of Social Work
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Hon. Gystave Chonde Member of Parliament (MP)
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Mr Cleophasio Chanda Mbotwa The Office of the
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Mr. Kenneth SampaDirector Engineering0978357440Read More about
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Mr. Chimense MusanseDirector Finance0978814486Read More about
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Mr. Garry ChipunguDirector Planning0975909159Read More about
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Ms. Fanny GondweActing Director HR0977932082Read More about
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Mr Bright ChotaDirector Agriculture
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Mrs. Chewe NalombaDirector Social
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Mr Jackson Chibale MwaleDirector Community Development
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Mr. Joesph Chongo KafulaDirector Fisheries and Livestock
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Doctor KasongoDirector Health Services0971594923Read More about
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Cllr. Clement Mwila Council Chairperson 0966260236 Read More about Milenge
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Cllr. Mfula Charles Vice Chairperson Fishikwa Ward 0978963883 Read More about
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Cllr Mwewa EdithWard Representative0972140394Read More about
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Cllr. Chabala Mutande .JKatena Ward0972747113Read More about
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Cllr. Mumba KingLusumbwe Ward095934048Read More about
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Cllr. Mwansa SamuelFibalala Ward0974763125Read More about
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Cllr. Bwalya LovenessKapalala Ward0974517157Read More about
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Cllr. Safeli CharlesSokontwe Ward09777013228Read More about
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Cllr. Chasha Edwin .CMilambo Ward0953107400Read More about
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Cllr. Chibale AugustineMantotola Ward0956382673Read More about
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Cllr. Mulumbwa RichardNsaka Ward0955657325Read More about
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HRH. Joshua Nkandu His Royal Highness
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Milenge Town Council: Profile & Mandate

About the Council

Established in 1997 and currently governed by the Local Government Act No. 2 of 2019, Milenge Town Council serves the Luapula Province. Our core mission is providing effective governance, supporting local businesses, and delivering timely essential services.

Key Services Provided:
Planning & Housing Health & Waste Management Agriculture & Fisheries Social & Community Services

Mandate & Values

Our legal mandate ensures fair and democratic service delivery. We are guided by core values of transparency, community engagement, inclusivity, and innovation.

Strategy

Open-door policies and digital technology adoption to bridge information gaps.

Structure

Operating through three directorates to manage socioeconomic and human development.

Constituency Development Fund (CDF)

The CDF utilizes a "bottom-up" model to align central resources with local community needs.

  • Infrastructure: Schools, clinics, and local roads.
  • Human Capital: Secondary and vocational bursaries.
  • Economic Growth: Youth and women empowerment grants.

Key Legislation & Resources

In addition to the Local Government Act, our operations are guided by the following legislation:

📄 The Constituency Development Fund Act No. 11 of 2018 📄 The Public Finance Management Act No. 1 of 2018 📄 The Urban and Regional Planning Act No. 3 of 2015

Implementation is governed by CDF Committees and audited by the Auditor General for transparency.

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