Kalomo Council Secretary vindicated

By Staff Writer

The recent video of the former Kalomo Council Secretary’s appearance before the Parliamentary Accounts Committee (PAC) has sparked strong reactions.

But according to documentary made available, it appears she was unfairly treated by the PAC Chairperson, who questioned her over the construction of the Mother’s Shelter at Nalubanga Clinic.

The project was a decision of the Community Development Fund (CDF) Committee, aligned with the government’s program to construct 650 clinics nationwide. The Council Secretary acted within procedure, carrying out administrative duties after due approval from the CDF committee.

Watch the video that has completely vindicated the Kalomo Council Secretary and draw your own conclusions.

CITIZEN’S VIEW: PAC chairperson mistreated former Kalomo Council Secretary

By Daniel Nkoma

In the past few days, there has been a video of former Kalomo Council Secretary appearing before the Public Accounts Committee that has been trending on social media.

My view is that; the woman was treated unfairly and the behavior of the chairman was very concerning.

After watching the videos circulating, I have took time to research on the matter.

The facts are clear: the mother’s shelter in Nabulangu was a decision of the CDF Committee, made in alignment with a government programme to construct 650 clinics countrywide and (one)1, in the Nabulangu area.

The Council Secretary did not originate or approve the project(as Council Secretaries don’t sit on the CDF committee).

She simply carried out her administrative duty after due approval by the CDF Committee (where the Mp also sits) and the Ministry of Local Government.

From her submission at the beginning of the interaction, a K20,000 full labor payment was made to the contractor upon completion of the K250,000 project. This project was completed successfully and timely according to the scope and contract terms( watch the full video)

So where exactly is the offence? Efficiency?

To question her as though she acted outside procedure is very misleading.

Even more concerning is the tone taken—one that appears personal rather than professional. Oversight must never be used as a tool to intimidate officers who are not allowed to publicly defend themselves.

From my research, the officer’s record speaks for itself: timely project delivery, infrastructure improvements, and efficient use of both CDF and locally generated funds.

If anything, such performance should be encouraged—not publicly undermined.

Accountability is essential, yes—but it must be fair, factual, and free from personal bias.

Platforms like PAC are meant to ensure accountability, not to intimidate or settle personal scores,

And in this case, the record matters.

In just two years in Kalomo, Lisa Mpasela:

– Oversaw the installation of street lights along the Kalomo–Livingstone Road worth over K2 million using locally mobilized funds(source: znbc news clip 2023)
– Refurbished and furnished the Kalomo Civic Centre offices, including delivering a modern council chamber( source znbc news clip 2023)
– Introduced a structured payday system for council workers
– Consistently delivered CDF projects on time( Kalomo council Facebook page)

In Kaoma, within just one year:

– Successfully handed over all the (31)2025 CDF projects ahead of most councils countrywide( Kaoma facebook page)
– Spearheaded the construction of a modern council chamber valued at approximately K930,000 using locally generated resources(Source Prime Tv News page)
– Cleared all Council salary overdrafts the moment she took over office using Locally generated funds And,
– Introduced a pay day for workers (13th of every month) without waiting for government grant(Source: April 2026 Full council report)
– Put back on the road all damaged vehicles at a cost of K600,000( source; 2026 Full council report)
– Renovated the civic center

This is not the profile of a negligent or careless officer. This is the record of a results-driven public servant.

Accountability must always be upheld—but it must be grounded in truth, fairness, and respect. When oversight becomes personal, it risks discouraging the very efficiency and commitment the system is meant to promote.

We must do better.

Kalemba April 8, 2026