Muchinga PS calls for Multisectoral Revenue Collection efforts
Kanchibiya, January 15, 2025, Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary Henry Mukungule has called on government officers in Kanchibiya district to adopt a multisectoral approach to enhance revenue collection among public institutions assigned to undertake appropriation in aid activities.
Appropriation in aid is revenue that public bodies collect and assign to expenditure, as authorised by the Treasury.
Speaking on Tuesday afternoon when he addressed civil servants at the District Administration office, Mr. Mukungule emphasized the critical role played by institutions such as Forestry Department and the Local Authority in meeting their annual revenue targets.
“The revenue collected is essential for effective service delivery, funding activities such as free education, the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), and much more,” Mr Mukungule said.
He further encouraged local authorities to identify and open up land for plot allocation, which would enable citizens to develop the land while generating revenue for the government through ground rates.
In response, Kanchibiya District Commissioner Chrispin Chilekwa pledged the district’s commitment to hard work and teamwork in achieving its goals.
“We are urging everyone in the district to adopt a multisectoral approach and work collaboratively. We thank the Permanent Secretary for his visit and guidance,” Mr Chilekwa said.
He urged heads of departments to embrace and put into action the information that the Permanent Secretary shared with them.
And Provincial Lands Officer Duncan Chipungu, who was also in attendance, highlighted the importance of the Government Service Bus (GSB) platform in improving service delivery.
“The GSB platform will enhance efficient revenue collection for the government while providing convenience to citizens, who can now access essential services online from the comfort of their homes. Everyone must promote and educate others on the use of this platform to ensure accessibility for all Zambians,” Mr. Chipuma said.
And Kanchibiya Town Council Acting Council Secretary Hastings Nyirenda noted the challenges of revenue collection in the district, citing its status as a newly established area.
“Revenue collection was a challenge in the past, but thanks to government interventions, we are now making progress. People have started accessing plots and small-scale holdings, which will further boost revenue,” Mr. Nyirenda said.
The Permanent Secretary’s visit underscores the government’s commitment to improving revenue collection and service delivery in Kanchibiya District.
