It was a morning full of excitement as preschoolers from the Kamalamba Community Centre took a trip to the play park at Solwezi City Mall. The outing gave the children a chance to enjoy the outdoors, explore new surroundings, and have some fun away from the classroom. From climbing frames to slides, the kids made… Continue reading A DAY OUT FOR THE LITTLE ONES

The Community Development and Social Services Committee held its third quarter meeting today to review progress and receive updates on key social and community programs. The meeting was chaired by Kifubwa Ward Councillor Alice Lubasi, with committee members Councillor Fickson Mwanaute and Councillor Collins Chiwaya in attendance. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor participated as ex-officio… Continue reading COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE HOLDS 3RD QUARTER MEETING

Kimasala Ward’s newly sworn in Councillor, Phillip Tapula, has officially begun his journey in office with a comprehensive orientation aimed at equipping him for effective service delivery and representation. The orientation, led by the Acting Director of Human Resource and Administration in collaboration with the Committee Office, is covering a wide range of essential topics.… Continue reading NEWLY SWORN IN KIMASALA WARD COUNCILLOR UNDERGOES ORIENTATION

Tapula Phillip has officially been sworn in as the new Councillor for Kimasala Ward, following his victory in the by-election held on Thursday, 10th July 2025. The swearing in ceremony, held this morning, marks the beginning of his term as a civic leader under the Solwezi Municipal Council. Tapula fills the seat left vacant in… Continue reading COUNCILLOR ELECT PHILLIP TAPULA SWORN IN FOR KIMASALA WARD

Solwezi Municipal Council has been awarded First Prize in the Provincial Productivity category at the ongoing North Western Provincial Show. This recognition highlights our commitment to delivering quality services and making real improvements in the lives of the people we serve. Being named the most productive Council in the province is not just an award;… Continue reading *SOLWEZI MUNICIPAL COUNCIL WINS PROVINCIAL PRODUCTIVITY AWARD*

Solwezi Municipal Council is participating at the 2025 North Western Provincial Agricultural, Mining, Industrial, and Commercial Show, taking place from 11th to 13th July 2025 at the Mikututuku Grounds. This year’s show is being held under the theme “Adapting to Climate Change,” a timely and important call to action. As part of our exhibition, the… Continue reading SOLWEZI COUNCIL PARTICIPATES AT THE 2025 PROVINCIAL SHOW

Team Council showed up and showed out at the Solwezi Unifi Fun Run on Saturday 12th July, 2025!

Solwezi Municipal Council Town Clerk, Mr. Stanley Mbewe, today received a trophy presented by Council Police Officers who recently completed a Continuous Professional Development program at Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute. Mr. Mbewe expressed pride in the officers’ exceptional performance during the training, where they emerged as overall winners. He commended their dedication and urged… Continue reading TOWN CLERK RECEIVES COUNCIL POLICE CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TROPHY

The ballot papers for the upcoming Kimasala Ward by-election, scheduled for Thursday, 10th July 2025, arrived in Solwezi District on 5th July, 2025. The materials, which also include Voter Verification Devices (VVDs), were received last night at approximately 18:20 hours by the Solwezi Central Constituency Returning Officer, Mr. Henry Mulemena, and his assistants. Representatives from… Continue reading BALLOT PAPERS FOR KIMASALA WARD BY-ELECTION ARRIVE IN SOLWEZI

Ceremonial drill demonstration at the passout of 295 Council police Officers on Friday 4th July, 2025. Hallmark of a unit ready to serve. credit: CS Media house

Five [05] Council Police Officers from Solwezi Municipal Council are among the 295 officers who graduated today from the Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute in Chongwe. The officers form part of the second cohort of the 2025 Professional Development Programme for Council Police Officers, organised by the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development. Solwezi… Continue reading SOLWEZI COUNCIL POLICE OFFICERS AMONG GRADUATES FROM CHALIMBANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING INSTITUTE

Training for poll staff in preparation for the upcoming Kimasala Ward by-election, scheduled for Thursday, 10 July 2025, officially began on 3rd July, 2025. The exercise aims to equip election officials with the knowledge and skills required to manage polling stations effectively and ensure a smooth and credible electoral process. The training is taking place… Continue reading POLL STAFF TRAINING BEGINS AHEAD OF KIMASALA WARD BY-ELECTION

Solwezi Municipal Council today received a generous donation of ten waste bins from Mr. Kawina Poho, a youth born and bred in Solwezi District. Mr. Poho, a public health practitioner, made this contribution as a way of giving back to his community. This donation aligns with the Council’s commitment to strengthen waste management and sanitation… Continue reading SOLWEZI YOUTH DONATES WASTE BINS TO SUPPORT DISTRICT CLEANLINESS

Fumigation and rodent control were conducted today in the Council’s main building as part of routine public health measures. All offices were thoroughly sprayed by the Public Health team to help prevent pest infestations and maintain a clean, safe working environment. The images captured during the exercise show staff actively treating various sections of the… Continue reading FUMIGATION AND RODENT CONTROL CARRIED OUT IN COUNCIL MAIN BUILDING

The 2nd quarter Ordinary Council Meeting was held today in the Council Chamber chaired by Solwezi district Deputy Mayor Councillor Adrian Nkolomba.

Solwezi Municipal Council Town Clerk, Mr. Stanley Mbewe, yesterday witnessed the official handover of 28 motorbikes to the North Western Province Council of Chiefs during a ceremony held at the Provincial Administration premises. The motorbikes were officially handed over by the Permanent Secretary for Technical Services in the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development,… Continue reading 28 MOTORBIKES HANDED OVER TO NORTH WESTERN PROVINCE COUNCIL OF CHIEFS

Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary-Technical Services, Mr. Nicholas Phiri, says the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) is playing a transformative role in improving access to education and livelihood skills across the country. Mr. Phiri was speaking during an interactive meeting with CDF sponsored students at Solwezi Trades Training Institute. The Permanent Secretary… Continue reading PS PHIRI APPLAUDS CDF’S ROLE IN SKILLS AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development Permanent Secretary – Technical Services, Mr. Nicholas Phiri, today paid a courtesy call on the Office of the Provincial Permanent Secretary, Colonel Grandson Wishikoti Katambi, in Solwezi. The visit forms part of the Permanent Secretary’s programme in North-Western Province, where he is on the ground to inspect and… Continue reading MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT PERMANENT SECRETARY TECHNICAL SERVICES MEETS SOLWEZI COUNCIL STAFF

The Government of the Republic of Zambia has officially launched the much anticipated construction of 10.1 kilometers of township roads in Solwezi, marking a significant milestone in infrastructure development for the district. The project, funded by the Central Government, will be executed by JD Con Zambia Limited. North Western Province Minister, Hon. Robert Lihefu, flagged… Continue reading 10.1 KM TOWNSHIP ROADS IN SOLWEZI OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED.

A Mining and Agriculture Mechanisation Indaba has been held at the civic centre, hosted by Solwezi Municipal Council in partnership with Saro Agro Solutions. The Indaba was held in line with the Presidential directive to support the mechanisation of the agriculture sector and aims to promote productivity and economic growth through sustainable solutions for small… Continue reading MINING AND AGRICULTURE MECHANISATION INDABA HELD