Minister of Labour and Social Security, Brenda Mwika Tambatamba, MP, says the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) will soon develop its Petauke office into a modern commercial office building, which will also house the NAPSA administrative offices for the district.
The Minister made the pronouncement in Parliament yesterday, in response to a question raised by Petauke Central Member of Parliament, Mr. Simon Banda, who sought clarification on whether NAPSA had any plans to rehabilitate its building in Petauke District and when such plans would be implemented.
Ms. Tambatamba indicated that the Authority intends to reconstruct the existing property into a commercial structure as part of its broader infrastructure investment strategy, aimed at improving service delivery, enhancing visibility, and promoting local economic growth.
She emphasized that the development is aligned with Government’s agenda to modernize public infrastructure and improve access to social security services across the country.
The Minister said the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) Board of Trustees approved the disposal of several old commercial properties, including the one located in Petauke District.
“Following approval by the Board of Trustees, the NAPSA property in Petauke District was advertised for sale in May 2024. The redevelopment project is scheduled for implementation in 2026,” the Minister stated.
During the session, a follow-up question was raised by Nyimba Member of Parliament, Menyani Zulu, who expressed concern on whether the project would be completed during the UPND’s second term.
He also sought clarity on whether Government had already secured land for the new building, noting that the sale of the old NAPSA property at Tower Gate had been advertised since 2024.
In response, Ms. Tambatamba explained that the process of securing land for the new building was underway.
“Every construction project has a full cycle which is followed. The process is what we talk about from the design up to approvals,” she said
Ms. Tambatamba added that the project will be completed in 2026.
