Strengthening urban food governance: The Lusaka Food Systems Desk
In Lusaka, Zambia, a new approach to urban food governance is bringing stakeholders together to advance the city’s food system. Launched through the Lusaka City Council in August 2025, the Lusaka Food Systems Desk creates a formal space for food systems to be considered within city planning and decision-making. The initiative brings together local government, … Continued
Summary
In Lusaka, Zambia, a new approach to urban food governance is bringing stakeholders together to advance the city’s food system.
Launched through the Lusaka City Council in August 2025, the Lusaka Food Systems Desk creates a formal space for food systems to be considered within city planning and decision-making.
The initiative brings together local government, researchers, communities and other stakeholders to strengthen food security, improve nutrition and support more inclusive urban food planning.
In this video, Researcher, Gilbert Siame and City Official, Bwalya Funga share why the Food Systems Desk was established, how it is working, and what comes next for Lusaka’s food system.
