THE Ministry of Finance and National Planning says it released K21.1 billion to finance public service delivery in October. In a statement issued, Sunday, the Office of Treasury stated that of the K21.1 billion, K7.2 billion was released for transfers, subsidies and social benefits. The Treasury further disclosed that K4.5 billion was spent on servicing domestic, external debt and arrears. “The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, continues to demonstrate that fiscal credibility is best proven through consistent action and transparent implementation. The budget releases for October 2025, amounting to K21.1 billion, reinforce the Government’s commitment under President Hakainde Hichilema to sustaining public service delivery, dismantling arrears, and ensuring that every Kwacha...