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Government Releases K49.1 Billion to Fund Public Services and Development

The Government has released K49.1 billion in June 2026 to finance public service delivery, meet debt obligations, strengthen social protection programmes and support infrastructure development across the country.

According to the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, the Treasury releases reflect Government’s commitment to prudent fiscal management, debt sustainability, economic transformation and improved service delivery.

Of the total amount released, K5.5 billion was allocated to the Public Service Wage Bill and related obligations.

A further K34.9 billion was directed towards debt servicing and the clearance of arrears, including the full buyback of Bond B at a discounted price of US$1.1 billion.

Government also released K4.2 billion for transfers, subsidies and social benefits. This included K1.5 billion for the Social Cash Transfer Programme, K610 million for Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects and K300 million for the Food Security Pack Programme.

Meanwhile, K3 billion was allocated to finance government programmes and operations, including K200 million provided to the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to support preparations for the August 13 General Election.

The Treasury further released K1.4 billion towards capital expenditure and infrastructure development, with funding directed to road projects, education, water supply and health facilities.

Other allocations included K40 million to the Lusaka South Multi-Facility Economic Zone (LS-MFEZ) to promote industrialisation and investment, as well as K209.7 million for geological mapping aimed at unlocking Zambia’s mineral potential.

Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa said the June releases demonstrate Government’s commitment to balancing fiscal discipline with social responsibility.

He said the expenditure reflects continued investment in social protection, education, healthcare, local development and infrastructure while reinforcing confidence in Zambia’s public finances.

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