Zambia Police Service

COMMISSIONER MULONDA INSPECTS CHILUBI POLICE FACILITIES

By Police News Reporter

Northern Division Commissioner of Police, Mr. Simunji Mulonda, conducted a working tour of Chilubi District on 29–30 May 2026, aimed at assessing police infrastructure, engaging officers, and addressing challenges affecting policing in the district.

During the tour, Mr. Mulonda inspected Matipa and Chaba Police Posts, both Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects which have been completed and are now operational. He also commended the Government, the District Administration, and local stakeholders for supporting infrastructure development aimed at enhancing service delivery by the Zambia Police Service.

The Police Chief, later paid a courtesy call on Chilubi District Commissioner, Mr. Risto Mushembe, where he highlighted that the purpose of the visit was to assess officers’ welfare, prepare officers for the ongoing electoral process, and understand operational challenges within the district.

He further appealed for continued support towards the construction of staff housing units for officers at Matipa Police Post and the provision of a water reticulation system at Chaba Police Post. He also emphasized the need for a police boat to enhance mobility and improve response to incidents in swampy areas and surrounding water bodies.

On 30 May 2026, the Commissioner also inspected Santa Maria Police Post, a CDF-funded project that has been completed and is awaiting official handover to the Zambia Police Service.

The Commissioner was accompanied by the Divisional Criminal Investigations Officer, Mr. Clipper Mweetwa, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police, the Divisional Police Intelligence Officer, Assistant Commissioner of Police,the Divisional Traffic Officer, Mr. Kufanga Moola, Assistant Commissioner of Police and Assistant Staff Officer, Mr. Mphande Miles.

Addressing officers, Mr. Mulonda emphasized the importance of discipline, professionalism, integrity, and political neutrality.

He reminded officers to remain non-partisan at all times, warning that those wishing to engage in politics should relinquish their uniforms and resign from the Service.

"If you wish to involve yourself in politics, bring back my uniform and resign," he warned.

He further urged officers to avoid corruption and conduct themselves in a manner that upholds public confidence in the Zambia Police Service.

He assured officers that Police Command remains committed to addressing concerns relating to uniforms, manpower, transport, and promotions.

He also encouraged officers to remain dedicated and work collectively towards ensuring peaceful, free, fair, and violence-free elections in August.

The Zambia Police Service remains committed to enhancing service delivery through improved infrastructure, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of professionalism among its officers.

ZAMBIA POLICE SERVICE MARKS UN PEACEKEEPERS DAY

By Police News Reporter

The Zambia Police Service joined the Defence Force and other security wings in commemorating the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers.

The event, held under the theme “Invest in Peace,” featured a praise and worship service at the Army Chapel in Arakan Barracks.

Guest of honour at the event was the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Defence, Mr. Maambo Haamundu.

In his address, Mr. Haamundu commended uniformed officers for their unwavering dedication and service in peacekeeping missions across the globe.

“Your professionalism and discipline on these missions continue to raise Zambia’s flag high,” he said. “Your contribution to global peace through peacekeeping missions does not go unnoticed.

We are proud of you all. Keep up the good work.”
Earlier, the Acting United Nations Resident Coordinator and World Health Organization Representative, Dr. Peter Clement Lasuba, read a message from United Nations Secretary-General Mr. Antonio Guterres, paying tribute to peacekeepers for their steadfast commitment to global peace.

“On this International Day, we honour peacekeepers past and present, and reaffirm our shared responsibility to respect and strengthen their work,” he said.

The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Graphel Musamba, was represented by Commissioner of Police – Operations, Mr. Edwin Kaluba.

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is observed annually on May 29 to honour the dedication, sacrifice, and service of military, police, and civilian personnel who contribute to peacekeeping operations around the world.

NKWAZI WOMEN'S CLUB REACHES OUT TO CHAWAMA FAMILY IN NEED

By Police News Reporter

The Patron of the Nkwazi Women's Club, Mrs. Beatrice Musamba, accompanied by National Executive members, has visited the family of a 14-year-old Grade Seven pupil in Chawama Compound, whose difficult circumstances recently drew widespread public attention on social media.

The visit formed part of the club's corporate social responsibility programme, which aims to support vulnerable members of the community and foster a spirit of compassion and unity among citizens.

During the outreach, the club presented the family with assorted foodstuffs and school supplies to ease their hardship and ensure the young boy's education and well-being are not compromised.

Speaking through her deputies, Mrs. Clara Mpofu Hamamba and Mrs. Susan Bulungi Siandange, Mrs. Musamba said the initiative was inspired by the spirit of ubuntu — the African philosophy of shared humanity, love, and mutual support.

She emphasised the importance of togetherness and called on members of society to look out for one another, particularly vulnerable children and families facing adversity.

"We believe that every child deserves care, protection, and an opportunity to succeed in life, regardless of their background or circumstances," Mrs. Musamba said.

The boy's grandmother, visibly moved by the gesture, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the club for stepping in during one of the family's most trying periods.

She revealed that she is solely responsible for the child's upkeep following the death of his father, while his mother remains too ill to provide meaningful support.

"I am the only one taking care of the boy because his father passed away and his mother is sick. Life has become very difficult because I do not have any source of income," she said, fighting back tears.

Community members who witnessed the donation commended the club for its compassion and social conscience, describing the contribution as timely and impactful.

The Nkwazi Women's Club reaffirmed its commitment to community outreach programmes that uplift vulnerable families and promote unity, love, and social responsibility across Zambia.

MACHUNGWA URGES PROFESSIONALISM AND INTEGRITY IN HRMC OPERATIONS

By Police News Reporter

Zambia Police Service Commission Chairperson, Dr. Peter Machungwa, has urged newly inducted members of the Human Resource Management Committees (HRMCs) in Western Province to execute their delegated responsibilities with professionalism, impartiality, integrity, and strict confidentiality.

Speaking during a two-day orientation workshop held in Mongu, Dr. Machungwa emphasized the importance of ethical conduct among Responsible Officers, chairpersons, deputy chairpersons, secretarial staff, and committee members in the performance of their duties.

He stated that the establishment of HRMCs is intended to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in human resource management within the Zambia Police Service and the Department of Immigration.

Dr. Machungwa further disclosed that the Commission has so far established five HRMCs across Lusaka, Southern, and Western provinces as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional governance and operational effectiveness.

He encouraged participants to effectively apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the orientation workshop in order to promote positive, practical, and sustainable improvements in the operations of both the Zambia Police Service and the Department of Immigration.

Speaking at the same event, Western Division Commanding Officer, Commissioner of Police Mr. Rae Hamoonga described the HRMC initiative as a significant milestone in reinforcing professionalism, accountability, and effective human resource administration within the two institutions.

Mr. Hamoonga urged committee members to discharge their responsibilities diligently, objectively, and in the best interests of the institutions and the nation at large.

During the workshop, all Responsible Officers, chairpersons, and committee members took their oaths before the Commission Chairperson, while secretarial staff took their oaths before the Commission Secretary.

The two-day orientation workshop attracted participants from the Zambia Police Service and the Department of Immigration from all districts across Western Province.