Meet Dr. Robert Kamalata: An Aspiring Candidate for Mwinilunga Central/West
“With his transformational leadership and commitment to service, Dr. Kamalata is well placed to make a meaningful difference in Mwinilunga Central”
Flashback: Lusaka Province Permanent Secretary Robert Kamalata (left) led an Enumerator Ms. Christine Kayamba (centre) and Supervisor Mr. Mulonda Mubita (far right ) to enumerate President Hakainde Hichilema's household (second right) witnessed by First Lady Mutinta Shepande-Hichilema (second left) on Thursday, 18th August, 2022. - Picture by Kalemba.
By Staff Writer
Dr. Robert Kamalata is a highly accomplished public. servant, educator and leader with an impressive track record of public service, evidenced by his drive for progress and empowerment of Zambian communities.
Born and raised in the Mwinilunga district, Dr. Kamalata’s passion for community development, public service, and national development stems from his upbringing.
Early life and education
Dr. Kamalata’s educational journey began in Mwinilunga, where he attended Kamapanda and Kalene Mission School for primary education. He completed his secondary education at Solwezi Boys Technical Secondary School and Mwinilunga, where his father, Thomason Kamalata, was Headmaster.
Academic qualifications:
PhD in Educational Leadership and Management (Kemonde International University & Robert Gideon University)
MSc MSPL (UNZA)
BSc Ed (UNZA)
Advanced Diploma in International Relations (Swaziland)
Professional experience:
Dr. Kamalata’s impressive career spans over 20 years and includes key roles in government, administration and education.
– Permanent Secretary – Lusaka Province
– SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE REPUBLICAN VICE PRESIDENT
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Director of Human Resources and Administration at the Ministry of Fisheries and Administration.
Director – PSMD Cabinet Office.
Director of State Functions and Government Logistics, Cabinet Office.
Senior Protocol Officer, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Public Relations Officer and Spokesperson, Ministry of Education
Senior Producer (Education) – Broadcasting
Secondary school teacher – Chipata Day Secondary School.
Lecturer at the Zambia Institute of Diplomatic and International Studies.
Part-time lecturer at the University of Zambia.
He is a member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management.
Leadership and Achievements*
Dr. Kamalata’s leadership is characterised by integrity, vision and a commitment to empowering communities. His achievements include:
– effective management of government resources and programmes
– Strengthening compliance systems in the private sector
– Advocating for family planning and women’s empowerment
– Promoting peace and conflict resolution in communities.
– Successfully organising state functions and presidential ceremonies.
Providing strategic support to the Vice President’s office.
Personal life:
Dr. Kamalata is married to Glenda Kamalata and is a devoted family man.
Vision for Mwinilunga Central/West:
Dr. Kamalata’s vision for Mwinilunga Central/West centres on driving development, empowering communities and promoting peace.
Dr. Kamalata intends to utilise his experience, expertise and passion for community development to deliver tangible benefits to his hometown.
With his transformational leadership and commitment to service, Dr. Kamalata is well placed to make a meaningful difference in Mwinilunga Central/West.
Political Affiliation
As a card carrying paid-up member of the United Party for National Development (UPND) Dr. Kamalata is equally a die-hard associate to Zambia’s 7th Republican President, Dr. Hakainde Sammy Hichilema.
Dr. Kamalata is confident that once adopted to compete for Mwinilunga Central/West on the UPND ticket on Thursday 13th August 2026, victory is certain for him as a parliamentarian and the already re-elected for a deserved second term Dr. Hichilema.
