Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (Zambia)

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. ==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. ==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. ==List of ministers==