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Download the national policy, implementation plan and TI-Z pilot assessment brief used to explain the policy and the current monitoring data.

This is national policy information for public understanding. It is broader than the areas currently included in TI-Z's monitoring dashboard.
Use the policy and the monitoring brief together

The national documents explain the complete framework and intended responsibilities. The TI-Z brief provides independent evidence about selected areas in selected districts. One should not be treated as a substitute for the other.

Republic of Zambia - Office of the President, Cabinet Office

National Decentralisation Policy

The national vision, situation analysis, guiding principles, policy objectives, institutional responsibilities and schedules of functions.

2023PDF document
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Republic of Zambia - Office of the President, Cabinet Office

Decentralisation Implementation Plan 2023-2027

The implementation, monitoring and evaluation matrix with activities, indicators, annual targets, responsibilities and estimated costs.

March 2023PDF document
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Transparency International Zambia

TI-Z Pilot Assessment Issues Brief

A concise summary of TI-Z's independent assessment of selected indicators across 10 districts, including findings and recommendations.

July 2025PDF document
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How the sources are used

Three different questions, three useful documents

What should decentralisation cover?

Use the National Decentralisation Policy for the vision, principles, objectives, roles and schedules of functions.

What actions and targets were planned?

Use the 2023-2027 Implementation Plan for activities, indicators, annual targets, responsibilities and estimated costs.

What did TI-Z find in its pilot?

Use the July 2025 issues brief for the independent method, 10-district findings, challenges and recommendations.