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The government has called on the newly appointed Boards of Directors for the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA), the Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board (WCFCB), and the Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) to restore public confidence in these institutions through enhanced service delivery.
Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at the NAPSA Records Centre in Chongwe District on May 27, 2025, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Brenda Tambatamba urged the Boards to serve the public interest and improve citizens’ well-being.
She emphasized the critical role the three institutions must play in supporting national development, particularly in strategic sectors like energy, as Zambia navigates ongoing global geopolitical challenges.
“The UPND government has laid a robust and revolutionary foundation for economic recovery, job creation, and inclusive growth. Your appointments come at a time when the government is prioritizing decent work, social protection, and sustainable enterprises,” Tambatamba said.
She further called on the Board members to deliver excellence, accountability, and transformative leadership.
“Reinforce trust in these institutions that people once had. Every worker must enjoy the protection they are entitled to,” she added.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Zechariah Luhanga, echoed the Minister’s sentiments, urging commitment to duty and service excellence.
In their inaugural remarks, the Chairpersons of the three Boards pledged to work towards improving public welfare through better service delivery.
NAPSA Board Chairperson, Shipango Muteto said the Authority would prioritize enhancing the value of members’ contributions.
“Our pension system must not only be sustainable but also responsive to the evolving needs of workers and employers alike. We owe it to the contributors — past, present, and future — to ensure that NAPSA remains a trusted and high-performing institution,” he said.
Workers’ Compensation Fund Control Board Chairperson, Emmanuel Mbambiko, said the Board would work to ensure strict compliance with the Workers’ Compensation Act while pursuing growth and value creation for the fund.
“We will consolidate the growth agenda and set ourselves to create value for the fund,” he said.
Representing Occupational Health and Safety Institute Board Chairperson Grace Chibwa, Ministry of Justice Assistant Director Diana Mwewa said the Institute had made structural improvements with support from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, adding that it was now better positioned to fulfill its mandate.
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