GOV’T–UNION SALARY TALKS ADJOURNED TO DECEMBER 15 FOR FURTHER CONSULTATIONS

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The Government and Public Service Unions have agreed to further adjourn salary and conditions of service negotiations for public service employees to 15 December 2025, citing the need for continued stakeholder consultations.

According to a joint press statement issued by Government Team Leader Lois Mulube, and Union Team Leader Joy Beene, the negotiations initially launched on 4 November 2025 were paused on 13 November to allow for deeper engagement on unresolved matters.

The talks were originally scheduled to resume on 24 November, but both parties have now agreed to extend the adjournment to mid-December.

The statement indicates that the extension is necessary to ensure that all outstanding issues are addressed comprehensively, with input from relevant stakeholders.

Amid growing public interest in the outcome of the negotiations, development which are expected to shape the fiscal and welfare landscape for thousands of public service workers across Zambia.

The statement concluded with their commitment to a constructive and consultative process, aimed at achieving fair and sustainable outcomes for public sector employees.