Vice President Mutale Nalumango has officially launched the Zambia Country Structural Vulnerability and Resilience Assessment (CSVRA) Report, positioning Zambia as the first country in SADC region and the third in Africa to undertake this continental process.
Mrs. Nalumango emphasized that the assessment places Zambia at the centre of regional efforts to strengthen early conflict prevention and build long-term resilience. She noted that Zambia’s experience has already inspired Kenya and Malawi to embark on similar processes.
The Vice President explained that the report marks the beginning of implementing the National Structural Vulnerability Mitigation Strategy, which will require collaboration with COMESA, the African Union, development partners, civil society, and the private sector.
Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Mulambo Haimbe added that the CSVRA forms part of the African Peace and Security Architecture, designed to detect and address potential conflicts before they escalate. He highlighted that the Government initiated the process in 2021 to proactively identify risks that could undermine national stability.
COMESA Secretary General Chileshe Kapwepwe described the launch as a significant milestone for Zambia and the region, noting that the assessment enables countries to examine economic, social, and political factors shaping governance and resilience. She stressed that the report comes at a crucial time as Zambia prepares for the 2026 General Elections, a period often marked by heightened social tensions.
