GOV’T AWARDS K710 SALARY INCREMENT TO LOCAL AUTHORITY WORKERS

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The Government has awarded unionised employees in local authorities a salary increment of K710 across the board, alongside improved service allowances, following the successful conclusion of negotiations for the 2026 collective agreement.

Announcing the development during the signing ceremony in Lusaka, Permanent Secretary (Technical Services) Nicholas Phiri, who led the Government negotiating team, said the increment covers employees in Division II, III, and IV for the period January–December 2026.

Mr. Phiri emphasized that the increment is intended to boost morale, retention, and productivity among workers, describing the agreement as a product of in-depth discussion, good faith bargaining, and shared commitment.

“This agreement represents sustainability and clarity to both parties. Local authorities are the engines of development, and motivating them is key to improving service delivery,” he said.

He urged employees in all 116 Local Authorities to work hard in fulfilling Government’s mandate, particularly through the implementation of the enhanced Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to improve livelihoods in communities.

Meanwhile, Local Government Service Commission Chairperson Luxon Kazabu explained that the delay in signing the agreement was due to circumstances beyond control.

Zambia United Local Authorities and Allied Workers Union (ZULAAWU) President Emmanuel Mwinsa welcomed the increment, saying it will go a long way in assisting workers.