This is KDLA

Kitwe District Land Alliance

Welcome we are dedicated to empowering Kitwe communities for sustainable development. Our goal is to foster inclusive governance, protect land rights, and build capacity through strategic partnerships.

The Kitwe District Land Alliance (KDLA) was born out of a critical 2007 workshop convened by the Zambia Land Alliance (ZLA) to address rising land-related conflicts in Kitwe, Luanshya, Masaiti, and Lufwanyama. Founding members included civil society organizations such as Democratic Governance and Human Rights Advocates (DEGHA), Sustainable Agriculture Program (SAP), Caritas Kitwe, and ASSAI, as well as individual advocates Mwana Pabo and Bwalya Mpange. These stakeholders united around a shared mission to address urgent land governance challenges affecting communities.

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Organization Profile Kitwe District Land Alliance (KDLA)

Background

KDLA is a vital component of the District Land Alliances (DLA) network, operating under the umbrella of the Zambia Land Alliance (ZLA). Established in 1999, ZLA has successfully facilitated the creation of District Land Alliances across the nation. KDLA emerged in October 2007 in response to pressing land challenges and disputes within the district. Recognizing the necessity for concerted efforts, KDLA was formed through collaborative efforts of member organizations with support from ZLA.

Our Mission

KDLA serves as a platform for collective action, committed to promoting equitable access and secure ownership of land by rural and urban poor communities. Through lobbying, advocacy, networking, research, and community partnerships, we strive to empower marginalized groups and ensure sustainable land use.

Vision

A future where every person in the Copperbelt regardless of gender, age, ability, or background has secure, equitable, and sustainable access to land and natural resources, and participates fully in decisions shaping their communities and environment.

Our Track Record

2020–2022 (GIZ & GFA Consulting Partnership)

Collaborated with GIZ and GFA Consulting to promote women’s participation in local governance within Kitwe District. KDLA designed and delivered leadership training, facilitated stakeholder dialogue forums, and supported the integration of women into Ward Development Committees, resulting in a 40% increase in women’s committee representation.

Program for Legal Empowerment Enhanced Justice Delivery (PLEED) and Enabling Access to Justice, Civil Society Participation and Transparency (EnACT) (GIZ/EU, 2017–2025)

Implemented under the “Enhancing Natural Resource Accountability and Transparency” initiative, KDLA trained School Management Committees and Parent–Teacher Associations to improve transparency and accountability in education. This program was jointly monitored by the Office of the Public Protector and GIZ, highlighting KDLA’s ability to collaborate effectively with both government and international partners.

2012–2022 (Multiple Donors)

Executed gender-inclusive governance, land rights, and climate justice projects funded by the Zambia Governance Foundation, OSISA, Global Green Grants, and Zambia Land Alliance. These initiatives have reached over 10,000 beneficiaries, strengthened paralegal networks, and influenced policy reforms at district and provincial levels.

Promoting equitable land access in Kitwe

Invites all stakeholders to join forces in building a land governance system that works for everyone one that is fair, inclusive, and sustainable. Together, we can ensure that land rights are protected, environmental justice is achieved, and no one is left behind.

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Contact Us

EMAIL

contact@kitwedla.org

PHONE NUMBER

260966518854

LOCATION

1 Floor , Room 3, Choka House, Oxford AVE. 10101 Kitwe, Zambia