Zambia Launches CSVRA Report to Strengthen Early-Warning and National Resilience
Dr. W. K. Mutale Nalumango, Vice President of the Republic of Zambia, has officially launched the Country Structural Vulnerability and Resilience Assessment (CSVRA) Report, a milestone in Zambia’s efforts to strengthen early-warning systems, promote peace, and enhance long-term national stability.
During the launch, Dr. Nalumango emphasised that the CSVRA will serve as a vital tool for identifying structural vulnerabilities and governance gaps, enabling the government and key stakeholders to monitor potential triggers of instability and respond proactively before crises arise.
The Vice President noted that Zambia voluntarily initiated the CSVRA process in 2020, becoming the first country in Southern Africa to undertake such a comprehensive assessment. This pioneering effort has since inspired other countries in the region to adopt similar approaches.
Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, highlighted the report’s significance in Zambia’s wider mission to safeguard peace. He described the CSVRA as a crucial component of the continental early-warning system, designed to detect early signs of conflict and facilitate timely interventions before situations escalate.
Hon. Haimbe reaffirmed the government’s commitment to using the findings to strengthen national resilience and prevent instability.
COMESA Secretary General, Ms. Chileshe Kapwepwe, commended Zambia for its leadership and dedication to enhancing regional peace and resilience structures. She noted that Zambia’s proactive approach sets a strong example for other member states seeking to improve their early-warning and stability frameworks.
In her closing remarks, Ms. Etambuyu Anamela Gundersen, Permanent Secretary for International Relations and Cooperation in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that the CSVRA demonstrates the government’s unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and stability as foundations for socio-economic development.
She acknowledged President Hakainde Hichilema’s leadership in completing the report, which identifies major vulnerabilities including economic pressures, environmental degradation, social inequalities, and exposure to natural disasters and climate change.
The assessment outlines early-warning mechanisms, targeted mitigation strategies, and resilience-building measures aimed at ensuring sustainable development and improving the well-being of all citizens.
The launch was attended by members of the Diplomatic Corps, civil society organisations, non-governmental organisations, representatives of international and regional institutions, traditional leaders, and government officials.
