Government Pledges United Fight Against GBV


Mrs Chimuka Manyepa Mwila (left)


By Francis Maingaila ♥️ 

Lusaka, Zambia - (10-12-2024) - The government has pledged a united fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), calling on all citizens to play their part in ending the scourge that continues to affect communities across the country.

Speaking at a workshop in Mumbwa today, Ministry of Commerce, Trade, and Industry (MCTI) Principal Planner Chimuka Manyepa Mwila emphasized the importance of collective action, noting that GBV remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations with far-reaching social and economic consequences.

“GBV affects individuals in every aspect of society—homes, workplaces, and schools—leading to reduced productivity, lower income generation, and poor mental health outcomes,” she said.

Mrs. Mwila further highlighted that GBV often goes unreported due to its perpetration by trusted individuals. 

“GBV is often perpetrated by people we trust and depend on, making it even harder for victims to come forward,” she added.

The workshop, held at Sunrise Haven Lodges, brought together stakeholders, including representatives from the National Legal Aid Clinic for Women (NLACW), the Zambia Agribusiness and Trade Project (ZATP), and statutory bodies such as the Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS), Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC).




“It is important for workplaces to implement policies that protect employees and ensure accountability,” said a representative from ZDA.

As the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV campaign concludes tomorrow, December 10, Mrs. Mwila reiterated the government’s commitment to eliminating GBV. 

“Failure to act decisively now could lead to long-term setbacks for our economy and society,” she said.

Participants pledged to continue advocating for safer environments in homes, workplaces, and communities.




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