SYLVIA ZULU Mumbwa
CONSTRUCTION of the K3 million Constituency Development Fund (CDF)-funded modern police station in Mumbwa District has started.
Mumbwa Member of Parliament (MP) Credo Nanjuwa said the project marks a historic milestone for the district and will serve as a pillar of safety, justice and development.
Mr Nanjuwa said the start of construction demonstrates the Government’s commitment to improving infrastructure across all sectors through the use of CDF.
The MP, who is Southern Province Minister, said this in a speech read by Mumbwa Town Council chairperson Chali Masumo.
Mr Nanjuwa said the project reflects a deliberate, people-centred vision aimed at addressing challenges faced by communities, including crime, insecurity, and limited access to quality public services.
The police station is estimated to cost K3,049,159 and is expected to be completed within six months. Hometown Acres Enterprises is the contractor.
“This is more than a commitment; it is an investment in peace, order and the dignity of the people of Mumbwa and demonstrates that government resources are being channelled to where they matter most, improving the safety and well-being of our citizens,” he said.
Mr Nanjuwa commended the Mumbwa CDF Committee for its foresight and dedication in prioritising projects that address real-life challenges.
He called on the contractor to provide technical oversight, quality works and timely delivery of the project.
“We expect the completion of the project by mid-year, standing promptly as a beacon of safety and security in Mumbwa District as we break the ground today.
“Let us remember that development thrives on partnership. A police station alone cannot guarantee peace. It requires cooperation between the police and the community, responsible leadership and a shared commitment to upholding the rule of law,” Mr Nanjuwa said.
Mumbwa Police Station officer-in-charge Simuunza Uyoya thanked the Government for the commencement of the construction of the facility.
“We are also grateful to the Zambia Postal Services for sacrificing their land for this construction,” he said.
Mr Uyoya said police have for many years had no offices and operated from the district administration using some improvised cells for the custody of suspects.
“This has been a challenge for a long time and this project has come at the right time when Mumbwa is experiencing an influx of people from all corners of this country, including foreigners due to economic activities such as mining, tourism and agriculture that come with increased crime,” Mr Uyoya said.
Mumbwa Town Council secretary Carol Mkandawire said the local authority remains committed to implementing projects to the expectations of the central government.
“The project that we are commissioning is just one of the many projects you will see in 2026. This project will have a lot of features, like nine offices, juvenile cells, reception and a 10,000-litre water tank,” she said.
Mupona Ward councillor Geoffrey Lubinda implored the community to take ownership of the project and work with the contractor during the construction phase.
Meanwhile, contractor Hometown Acres Enterprises director Esther Mwaba said the company is well prepared and committed to deliver the police station within the stipulated period.
“We already know the scope of work and, as you can see, we have already started work,” she said.
Ms Mwaba called on women in the district to take up construction works as it is a big investment.
“I believe women can do a good job in the construction sector, and I call on them to take up this role,” she said.
