In Lusaka, Zambia, the Mwense District Administration office has assured teachers that it is working closely with the Department of Education.
According to District Administrative Officer Phillip Muonga, promotions and transfers of teaching staff will be done on merit.
“As a government, we want to see teachers being promoted and transferred on merit so that everyone can be motivated to work hard,”
Mr Muonga said this while addressing teachers at Mwense Secondary School, emphasizing the government's commitment to motivating teachers through performance and competent-based promotions.
Author's summary: Zambia ensures teacher transfers are merit-based.