Govt tips local contractorsBy BUUMBA CHIMBULUIT will be difficult for the Zambian economy to recover if revenue continues to be externalised by engaging foreign contractors at the expense of the locals.The Zambian economy will not recover if revenue continues to be externalised by engaging foreign contractors, according to the Commerce, Trade and Industry Minister, Chipoka Mulenga.Mr Mulenga stated that there were many Zambian firms and individuals who operated professionally and were capable of providing quality works.These, he emphasised, needed to be empowered by giving them work.“We need to start believing in ourselves that we can deliver and we can rebuild our economy by ourselves,” Mr Mulenga said during a meeting with the Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA).Mr Mulenga indicated that he was impressed by the performance of the ZCSA which had continued to exceed its targets.He said it was important that when providing its services, the ZCSA should endeavour to promote SMEs in the country […]
Govt tips local contractors
