Chibombo Town Council has been battling to normalise the financial and operational irregularities identified in the Auditor General’s Report on the Accounts of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and the Accounts of Local Authorities for 2023. The report had flagged large-scale unspent funds, low budget absorption, delayed projects, and the misappropriation of empowerment grants in Katuba Constituency. However, council officials say significant progress has been made to address these concerns, with efforts focused on restoring financial discipline, project oversight, and accountability. The 2023 Auditor General’s report revealed that over K3.54 billion remained unspent across 116 local authorities nationwide, with Community Projects funds absorbed at only 42% of the allocated amount. Numerous projects—ranging from electrification, culvert construction, classroom blocks, and health posts—remained...