Speaking during the handover ceremony, Tambatamba said there should be no excuses in enforcing compliance now that transport challenges affecting field operations are being addressed.
The four vehicles were officially presented to provincial labour offices in Southern, Central and Copperbelt provinces, with one vehicle also allocated to the Kaizen Institute of Zambia Limited.
Tambatamba noted that the Ministry of Labour and Social Security carries a mandate that directly impacts citizens’ daily lives through protecting workers, guiding employers and shaping workplaces that are safe, fair and productive.
“This mandate can only be effectively achieved if the ministry’s operational needs are addressed and staff are well motivated and operating at optimal levels. Provision of adequate transport therefore plays an important role in ensuring that service delivery is enhanced,” she said.
She acknowledged that inadequate transport had previously hampered inspections and other field operations, making it difficult for officers to effectively carry out their duties.
“Against this background, the ministry has prioritised the purchase of motor vehicles to enhance the operations of our field stations,” she said.
Tambatamba stressed that the vehicles must lead to tangible results on the ground.
“Go and inspect companies. Ensure that labour laws are followed and that perpetrators are brought to book. There must be no excuses,” she directed.
She added that as government improves physical mobility, it is also expanding digital access to services through platforms such as the Government Service Bus, the Citizen Service Support Portal, the Zambia Employment and Labour Management System (ZELMIS) and the Labour Market Information System (LMIS).
“These platforms represent a new era, one where distance is no longer a barrier and where every citizen, no matter where they live, can connect with the services they deserve,” she said.
Tambatamba further explained that allocating a vehicle to the Kaizen Institute of Zambia demonstrates government’s commitment to promoting productivity improvement services nationwide.
“As the ministry mandated to promote productivity, I am glad to inform you that one of the vehicles being handed over today is going to the Kaizen Institute of Zambia. This is a demonstration of our strong desire to ensure that productivity improvement services reach every part of the country,” she said.
She urged all recipients to use the vehicles responsibly and strictly for official duties.
