A Reflection on Innovative Strategies of Civic Engagement in National Governance of Zambia

Adrian Matole, Kawila Eliazer Lushinga, Albert Stanslas Junior Chisanga, Francis Simui and Glistered Muleya
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Adrian Matole: Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Lusaka.
Kawila Eliazer Lushinga: Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Lusaka.
Albert Stanslas Junior Chisanga: Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Lusaka.
Francis Simui: Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Lusaka.
Glistered Muleya: Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Lusaka.

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 11, 2449-2457

Abstract: Failure by citizens to accelerate the desired human welfare in their civic engagement is a matter of concern. This article therefore reflects on innovative strategies of civic engagement in National governance of Zambia. A case study design within the domain of qualitative approach was used to generate evidence from 23 participants. The research relied on thematic approach to analyse the data. This research revealed that grounding Civic engagement in the cultural environment of Zambia, enhanced feedback mechanisms, inclusion of Education into platforms of civic engagement, promotion of democratic integrity and inclusion of life skills in the training of clergy men were the main perceived innovative strategies of civic engagement in Nation governance of Zambia. Among others, the research recommends that the Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal security should create an enabling environment for critical watchdog institutions like civic organizations as these help to create a conducive environment where governance can be practiced by good citizens. Equally, the Electoral Commission of Zambia and Non-government organisation must endeavour to provide both internal and external capacity building on civic issues as this is likely to reciprocate positive and informed engagement.

Date: 2024
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