Mitete Town Council has handed over 32 CDF and ZDSP projects to the local community. Speaking during the handover ceremony in Mitete Central Ward on 31st December 2025, Area Member of Parliament (MP) Misheck Mutelo said the projects, valued at K20,133,737.81, were made possible through the expanded Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and support from the Zambia Devolution Support Programme (ZDSP).
Among the projects handed over included,11 Classroom Blocks across various wards, 6 staff houses for Education and Health, respectively, 2 Health Posts at Lutumo and Washishi, respectively, and 9 Solar-Powered Boreholes across various wards in the constituency. Others included, a CDF 115 HP Speed Boat, a TOYOTA Land Cruiser Ambulance, a Block Making Slab, a Waste Management 85HP Tractor and Trailer (courtesy of ZDSP).
In his speech, Hon. Misheck Mutelo mentioned that the projects were not merely buildings and machines but key assets that would improve healthcare, education, and access to clean water. The infrastructure would enhance the learning environment for children and better the healthcare services for mothers and newborns in the district. The Water Reticulation Systems would increase access to clean and safe drinking water, and reduce waterborne diseases. The ambulance would improve response to health emergencies in the farfetched communities of Mitete District.
Further, the MP expressed gratitude, on behalf of the people of Mitete, to the Ministries of Finance, Local Government and Rural Development, respectively, and the Mitete Town Council for their financial and technical support before, during and after the handovers. Hon. Mutelo passionately thanked and prayed for President Hakainde Hichilema for remembering the rural people in terms of infrastructural development. For without him the projects would not have been possible.
Speaking earlier his worship Martin Lukonga, the Mitete District Council Chairperson, said the projects marked a significant milestone in the development of Mitete District. He emphasized the importance of working together to build a brighter future for the community.
During the same ceremony, Council Secretary for Mitete Town Council, Kennedy Kazanda expressed heartfelt appreciation to all stakeholders for making the handover a reality. He made a cordial call to action to everyone to make the most of the new facilities. The CS urged the community to take ownership and responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the projects.
