Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (Zambia)

Ministry of Green Economy and Environment
Coat of arms of Zambia
Ministry overview
Formed2021
JurisdictionGovernment of Zambia
HeadquartersLusaka, Zambia
Minister responsible
Ministry executive
  • Permanent Secretary
Parent MinistryGovernment of Zambia
Child Ministry
  • Zambia Environmental Management Agency
Websitewww.mgee.gov.zm

The Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE) is a government ministry of the Republic of Zambia responsible for environmental management, climate change policy, and the promotion of a green economy. The ministry was established in 2021 as part of a restructuring of government ministries aimed at strengthening environmental governance and climate action in Zambia.[1]

The ministry is headed by the cabinet-level Minister of Green Economy and Environment. As of 2024, the minister is Mike Mposha.[2]

History

The creation of the ministry was announced by President Hakainde Hichilema in September 2021 during a restructuring of government following the general election. The new ministry consolidated environmental and climate-related functions that had previously been spread across several ministries and agencies.[1]

The first minister appointed after its establishment in 2021 was Collins Nzovu.[3]

Mandate

The ministry is responsible for coordinating national policy and programmes related to environmental protection, climate change, and sustainable development. Its functions include:

  • Promoting sustainable environmental management and conservation
  • Coordinating climate change mitigation and adaptation policies
  • Supporting the development of a green and low-carbon economy
  • Coordinating Zambia's participation in international climate agreements
  • Mobilising climate finance and supporting green investment initiatives

The ministry also serves as a focal point for Zambia's engagement with international environmental and climate frameworks, including the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.[4]

Structure

The ministry operates from its headquarters in Lusaka and works with several departments and statutory bodies involved in environmental and climate governance. These include:

  • Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA)
  • Forestry Department
  • Department of Climate Change
  • Meteorological Department

The ministry collaborates with other government institutions, development partners, and international organisations on environmental and climate programmes.[5]

List of ministers

Minister Term start Term end
Collins Nzovu 2021 2024
Mike Mposha 2024 Incumbent

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "About the Ministry". Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (Zambia). Retrieved 12 February 2026.
  2. ^ "Hon. Mike E. Mposha, MP". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 12 February 2026.
  3. ^ "Hon. Collins Nzovu, MP". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 12 February 2026.
  4. ^ "Country Profile: Zambia Climate Change Education". Monitoring and Evaluating Climate Communication and Education (MECCE Project). Retrieved 12 February 2026.
  5. ^ "Environmental and Social Management Framework – Zambia" (PDF). Government of Zambia. Retrieved 12 February 2026.
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