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Government has commissioned a US$12 million prefabricated housing manufacturing plant in a move aimed at fast-tracking the delivery of affordable homes and narrowing Zambia’s housing deficit.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Saturday in Lusaka, Infrastructure and Urban Development Minister, Charles Milupi, said the facility represented a significant milestone in transforming the country’s housing sector.
Milupi noted that the project was a practical response to the housing challenges facing many Zambians, reaffirming Government’s commitment to ensuring access to decent, affordable and quality housing for all.
He explained that the investment marked a transition from conventional construction methods to modern, efficient and scalable building systems capable of delivering results more quickly and cost-effectively.
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“The plant was established through a partnership between the National Housing Authority and China Jiangsu International Economic Cooperation Corporation Zambia Limited under the Zambia National Shelter Company Limited,” he said.
He described the collaboration as a demonstration of the value of strategic partnerships, noting that beyond infrastructure development, the initiative would facilitate skills transfer, capacity building and long-term national benefits.
Milupi added that the US$12 million investment reflected strong confidence in Zambia’s housing sector and aligns with the country’s broader development agenda, with the potential to stimulate economic growth and create employment opportunities.
He said the facility was expected to generate more than 200 direct jobs, particularly for young people.
Highlighting the technology behind the plant, Milupi said it offered a faster, more reliable and efficient approach to construction without compromising quality.
He disclosed that the plant had the capacity to produce over 300 housing units annually, significantly boosting Government’s efforts to address the housing shortage.
Milupi further noted that the technology can also be applied in the construction of schools, health facilities and other public infrastructure, positioning the plant as a strategic national asset.
He urged developers, cooperatives and financial institutions to take advantage of the facility, stressing that collaboration among stakeholders is key to achieving meaningful progress.
Milupi also underscored the importance of the plant’s research and development component, which will ensure the technology is adapted to local conditions.
He said the initiative was expected to lower construction costs, promote the use of suitable materials and contribute to the development of a skilled workforce.
Milupi added that such efforts were essential in building a sustainable, innovative and inclusive construction industry capable of supporting Zambia’s long-term development goals.
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