THE Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development is set to revolutionise the monitoring of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects through the use of advanced technology.
The ministry has recently acquired Huawei IdeaHubs’, cutting-edge interactive display devices, which will enable remote oversight of projects across the country.
HUAWEI IdeaHub S2 is a meeting room interactive display able to deliver an innovative meeting experience – building a smart office anywhere with HD video.
The two Huawei IdeaHub S2 devices, valued at US$900 each, were officially handed over to the government today.
These devices will be stationed at the Local Government headquarters, providing a centralised platform for monitoring CDF projects.
Receiving the equipment, Ministry of Local Government Permanent Secretary in charge of Administration, Maambo Hamaundu said government believes strongly in economic diplomacy and that Zambia will benefit from Huawei’s research and digitalisation.
Hamaundu added that the technology will help Zambia e-government services and actualise its goal of being 100 percent digitalised by the year 2030.
He said the IdeaHubs will help the ministry to be cost effective in its implementation of CDF projects as the money spent to supervise the progress of the projects will be better pushed to other developmental projects as some projects can be followed online, unless otherwise.
Huawei managing director, Bette Chen said the IdeaHub is Huawei’s state of the art innovative device and a mobile video conference unit designed to cater to various markets including government organisations, private companies, schools, and hospitals.
She added that it integrates the functionality of a video conferencing solution with an advanced smart white board feature, as it is a game changer no matter which institution it is placed in.
Chen said the technology will set a great example in terms of pioneering innovation and actualising Zambia’s e-governance vision.
“We believe that it will not only be a smart board but you will utilise it to the fullest by connecting to rural areas, improve effective communication and enhance service delivery,” said Chen.
Meanwhile Hamaundu called on the CDF implementing agents to ensure they now deliver timely results to the people, as there will now be no excuses to give for the delay, especially that President, Hakainde Hichilema has emphasised on a constant positive work culture.
“It’s now time for us to put on our work suits, go out there, deliver CDF, and ensure we become more and more accountable and transparent to the people of this country,” said the permanent secretary.
By Buumba Mwitumwa
Kalemba November 26, 2024
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