Zambia’s Ministry of Tourism has established new integrity policies, covering conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, and gift and benefits, to strengthen transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct across the institutions.
Announced on 4th December 2025 by Tourism Minister Hon. Rodney Sikumba, the measures aim to curb corruption and reinforce public trust supported by the Anti - Corruption Commission in the management of national resources, with the Ministry stressing thar the integrity is essential to effective service delivery.
The core aim is to foster a culture of ethics, ensuring public confidence and integrity within the tourism sector.
Delivering a message from the Permanent Secretary, Director of Human Resources Mrs Vivian Ndhlovu reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to good governance, while Anti - Corruption Director General Ms Daphne Chabu praised the proactive alignment with national anti - corruption strategies.
The Ministry also launched a new digital newsletter to improve communication, promote tourism products and cultural heritage, and deepen stakeholder engagement, a move expected to support investor confidence and sector growth.
Key Features & Aims of the Policies:
· Strengthen Transparency and Accountability: By formalizing rules around conflicts of interest and gifts.
· Combat Corruption: Institutionalizing these policies stops corruption from taking root in operations, notes the Anti – Corruption Commission.
· Promote Ethical Conduct: Encouraging all staff to uphold high ethical standards in daily work.
· Build Public Trust: Reaffirming commitment to trust – based governance in the growing tourism sector.
· Enhance Communication: Launched alongside a digital newsletter for better stakeholder engagement and promotion of Zambia’s tourism.
ThThese policies align with national anti - corruption efforts and are seen as a call to action for ethical beahaviours and they demonstrate leadership from the Ministry of Tourism led by Minister Rodney Sikumba.
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