The Chitambo District Integrated Development Plan (2022–2032) of Zambia, prepared under the Urban and Regional Planning Act to guide the district’s socio-economic, environmental and spatial development over a ten-year period. The Plan provides a comprehensive assessment of demographic trends, land use patterns, economic activities and development challenges, and establishes strategic objectives, programmes and investment priorities in key sectors including agriculture, fisheries, livestock, forestry, tourism, education, health, water and sanitation, housing, transport, trade and social protection. It promotes sustainable natural resource management, climate change adaptation and mitigation, food security, rural livelihoods, infrastructure development and improved access to basic services. The Plan further sets out a spatial development framework, governance measures, and implementation and financing arrangements aimed at fostering economic diversification, poverty reduction, environmental sustainability and inclusive local development in Chitambo District. The Plan identifies agriculture as the principal economic activity of the district and outlines measures to enhance agricultural productivity, food security and rural livelihoods through improved extension services, access to inputs, irrigation development, mechanization, value addition and market access. With regard to fisheries and aquaculture, the Plan seeks to increase fish production and improve household incomes through the promotion of fish farming, establishment of fish ponds and hatcheries, technical support to fish farmers and improved management of aquatic resources. The Plan further provides for the sustainable management and conservation of forests, wildlife, water resources and biodiversity. In addition, the Plan sets out actions to improve infrastructure and public services, including transport networks, energy supply, water and sanitation systems, health facilities, education services, housing and telecommunications.
Zambia · 2022-01-01