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CEJ demands transparency, human rights safeguards in grow Zambia agenda
The Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) has called for transparency, accountability and respect for human rights in the implementation of Zambia’s Grow Zambia Agenda, while urging stronger environmental safeguards and community consultation. CEJ Executive Director, Maggie Mwape, said the Agenda, which focuses on agriculture, mining…
The Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) has called for transparency, accountability and respect for human rights in the implementation of Zambia’s Grow Zambia Agenda, while urging stronger environmental safeguards and community consultation.
CEJ Executive Director, Maggie Mwape, said the Agenda, which focuses on agriculture, mining, energy, manufacturing and tourism, should be implemented in a manner that promotes inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
In a statement issued in Lusaka on Tuesday, Mwape commended President Hakainde Hichilema and the government for the initiative but said environmental safeguards must remain central to its implementation.
“The agenda provides Zambia with a practical pathway towards inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Environmental justice must remain central to its implementation across all five priority areas,” she said.
Mwape urged the government to ensure transparency and inclusivity by consulting traditional leaders, the church, civil society and other stakeholders.
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She said communities should be meaningfully consulted before projects in the mining, energy and agriculture sectors are approved, adding that natural resources must be protected for future generations.
Mwape said the Agenda could create jobs while protecting natural resources if robust environmental safeguards were enforced.
“Serenje District is well placed to set a national example because of its minerals, land, rainfall and energy potential. Political will and coordinated public service delivery are essential for the agenda to succeed,” she said.
She said improved road networks, agricultural support and expanded electricity access could transform rural livelihoods, while increased food security, mineral revenues and industrial growth could benefit the wider economy.
Mwape called on civil society, traditional leaders and the private sector to work together with government to support implementation of the Agenda.
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