Livingstone City Council

ROAD PATCHING AND DRAINAGE WORKS DOMINATE REVISED CASH FOR WORK IDENTIFICATION EXERCISE

14th May, 2026 - Road patching, drainage clearing and vegetation control have emerged among the major priority works identified under the Revised Cash for Work (R-CFW) programme as the identification exercise covered seven more wards today.

The exercise was conducted in Freedom, Maramba, Mwalibonena, Kariba, Mosi-oa-Tunya, Dr. Mubitana and Libuyu wards where communities identified various labour-intensive works aimed at improving the environment and community infrastructure.

Among the common works identified were sand scooping, unblocking of drainages, vegetation control and road maintenance. In wards such as Mosi-oa-Tunya, communities highlighted the urgent need for pothole patching, while in Libuyu Ward, gravelling and opening up of roads aswell as the installation of culverts was also identified as an important intervention to improve accessibility and ease movement within the area.

The proposed road works are expected to help improve mobility for both motorists and pedestrians, reduce water accumulation on roads during and after the rainy season, and enhance access to communities. In some areas, sand washed onto roads has affected movement, making sand scooping an important intervention to help make roads passable again.

The works will also contribute to cleaner surroundings and improved public safety while creating temporary employment opportunities for beneficiaries under the Revised Cash for Work programme.

The identification exercise continues to provide communities with an opportunity to prioritise projects that directly respond to their needs while promoting environmental management and sustainable community development.

NOMINATION BRIEFING FOR ASPIRING CANDIDATES HELD AT LIVINGSTONE COUNCIL CHAMBER

Livingstone, 13th May 2026 – Aspiring candidates for the year’s general elections gathered in the Livingstone Council Chamber today for a nomination briefing led by the District Electoral Officer and Town Clerk, Madam Sombo Kawilila.

The session was convened to guide prospective candidates on the nomination process, requirements, and timelines ahead of the elections. Madam Kawilila took the aspirants through the legal and procedural steps, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the Electoral Commission of Zambia’s regulations.

She urged candidates to ensure all documentation is complete and submitted on time, and reminded them of the conduct expected during the nomination and campaign period.

Officials said the briefing aimed to promote a smooth, transparent, and orderly nomination process for all contestants in Livingstone District.

The briefing ended with a question-and-answer session where aspirants sought clarification on nomination fees, eligibility criteria, and campaign guidelines.

Additionally, the briefings were also held at Maramba Community Hall under Maramba Constituency for aspiring candidates under that constituency.

JUNIOR MAYORAL INSTALLATION CEREMONY HELD AT LIVINGSTONE CIVIC CENTRE

Livingstone, 14th May 2026 – The Livingstone Civic Centre was alive with youthful energy today as the city officially inaugurated its new Junior Mayor and Junior Deputy Mayor in a colorful installation ceremony.

The event brought together council officials, pupils, and guests from Livingstone’s sister city, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, to witness the handover of leadership to the next generation.

In attendance were Town Clerk Madam Sombo Kawilila, Deputy Mayor Mr. Robert Wandila, the Public Relations Manager from Victoria Falls City Council, and the Junior Deputy Mayor from Victoria Falls Town. Their presence underscored the importance of cross-border youth engagement and mentorship in local governance.

Today, Justin Kauya was sworn in as Junior Mayor, with Miss Bunonshi Mwewa installed as Junior Deputy Mayor. Both pledged to uphold the values of service, integrity, and representation as they begin their term.

In his inaugural speech, Junior Mayor Justin Kauya said he was ready to work closely with his team to amplify the voices of learners across the district.

“I promise to work hand in hand with the junior councillors to represent other pupils,” Kauya said. “Our role is to listen to the concerns of students, bring those issues to the council, and be a bridge between pupils and the leaders of our city.”

Miss Bunonshi Mwewa, in her remarks, thanked the council for trusting young people with leadership and vowed to support initiatives that promote education, discipline, and youth participation.

The presence of officials from Victoria Falls highlighted the ongoing partnership between the two cities. The visiting Public Relations Manager congratulated the new leaders and expressed hope that the Junior Council would inspire joint youth projects between Livingstone and Victoria Falls.

Town Clerk Madam Sombo Kawilila commended the pupils for completing the orientation programme and urged them to lead with humility and purpose. Deputy Mayor Mr. Robert Wandila encouraged the new team to use their platform to address real challenges affecting pupils in schools and communities.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of Mayoral gear to the Junior Mayor and Junior Deputy Mayor, followed by a group photo.

Inauguration of the junior Mayor and Deputy Mayor

Nomination Briefing for Aspiring Candidates on today!

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POSTPONEMENT OF THE BRIEFING FOR ASPIRING CANDIDATES

PICTORIAL HIGHLIGHTS: IDENTIFICATION OF WORKS UNDER THE REVISED CASH FOR WORK PROGRAMME

13th May, 2026 - Among the identified works today under the Revised Cash for Work (R-CFW) programme are the clearing of indiscriminately disposed garbage in undesignated areas, unclogging of blocked drainages and waterways, scooping of sand on main roads, and vegetation control as part of efforts to improve sanitation and community environments.

The exercise was conducted in Zambezi, Mulungushi, Lizuma, Nakatindi and Dambwa Central Wards as the identification of community works continues across Livingstone District.

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