Zambian govt boosts free education with release of K806 million for Q4

The Ministry said it remained committed to ensuring that increased access to education was matched by improvements in quality through sustained support for teaching materials, learner welfare and infrastructure maintenance.

It urged school authorities to ensure that every Kwacha was used for its intended purpose, properly accounted for and directed towards measurable improvements in learning outcomes, in line with Ministry of Education guidelines.

“The success of the school grants investment will be measured not by the amounts disbursed, but by better learning environments, expanded opportunities for children, and sustained financial relief for Zambian families,” the Ministry said.

Commenting on the release, Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, said strict compliance with public financial management regulations was mandatory and non-negotiable.

“Accounting staff in schools and other public institutions must provide timely and accurate financial guidance to management and supervisory authorities, ensuring that all expenditure decisions comply with established procedures,” Musokotwane said.

He said the misapplication of funds, unauthorised expenditure and failure to account for public resources would not be accepted.

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