Government has launched climate resilient infrastructure projects valued at over 11 million euros for roads, bridges and drainages in 7 districts of Southern Province.

Minister of Local Government and Rural D evelopment Gift Sialubalo says the KFW supported project under the capital grant scheme phase three will enhance connectivity to public institutions for rural communities especially those in flood-prone areas.

He was speaking in a speech read on his behalf by Ministry Permanent Secretary for Technical services Gabriel Pollen during the ground breaking ceremony in Mazabuka District.

Mr.Sialubalo revealed that the project will be implemented in seven districts that include Mazabuka, Monze, Pemba, Gwembe, Sinazongwe, Choma, and Kalomo at a combined total cost of about 11.1 million euros, approximately K250 million.”

And Sinazongwe Council Secretary Choolwe Maunga who noted that 38 kilometres of Tekelo Road in Maamba is going to be upgraded to bituminous standard has extended gratitude to the Germany government for partnering with the Zambian Government in this project.

Mazabuka Town Clerk Judith Maambo highlighted that the construction of climate-resilient drainage systems along 6 kilometres of roads in Mazabuka is crucial for addressing the district’s recurring flooding challenges.