03/06/2026
President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA is set to sign into law a transformative package of education and pension bills at State House. These landmark laws are poised to revolutionize the nation's education and pension systems, bringing immense benefits to countless Zambians! πΏπ²
President HICHILEMA will give his assent to five vital bills: the Education Amendment Bill, 2026; the National Pension Scheme Bill, 2026; the Public Service Pensions Bill, 2026; the Pension Scheme Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2026; and the Local Authorities Superannuation Bill, 2026. π
State House Chief Communications Specialist CLAYSON HAMASAKA highlights that free education is a flagship policy of the UPND Government's first term. Since its introduction in January 2022, over 2.6 million children have returned to school! π President HICHILEMA believes education is the best investment and the greatest equalizer. The signing of the Education Amendment Bill, 2026, ensures future generations will continue to benefit from free education, just as today's children do. π
Education is a key driver of economic growth, and tomorrowβs signing will provide long-term protection for this vital policy. But that's not allβthe pension reforms are set to deliver immediate, tangible benefits! πͺ Workers and retirees will see significant improvements, with the minimum monthly pension increasing from K1,861 to K2,327. More than 17,000 pensioners will receive this adjustment right away! π°
In addition, around 30,000 retirees will have access to an advance lump-sum payment, with some receiving as much as K17,500. Approximately 1.2 million members will benefit from enhanced growth in their pension savings through NAPSA. π
This package of laws represents a monumental milestone in Zambia's social and economic development. Letβs celebrate this exciting new chapter for our nation! π