Gary Chilala Nkombo (born 1 March 1965) is a Zambian politician and businessman. He is Zambia's current Minister of Local Government and Rural Development.[1]
Career
Nkombo was first elected as an MP in the 2006 Zambian general election representing Mazabuka Central in the National Assembly as a member of the United Party for National Development. He was again elected MP in the 2011, 2016 and 2021 Zambian general elections.[2]
In September 2021,[3] Nkombo was appointed Minister of Local Government and Rural Development.[4][5]
| Year (s) | Position | Area served | Political Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 - 2011 | Member of Parliament | Mazabuka Central | United Party for National Development |
| 2011 - 2016 | |||
| 2016 - 2021 | |||
| 2021 - | |||
| 2021 - | Minister of Local Government and Rural Development | N/A |
Controversy
In 2022, Nkombo forced a woman brewing kachasu to drink it with her children. After a video circulated on social media, many people expressed disappointment in the minister. A few days later, he apologised to the family and was forgiven.[6]
Personal life
Nkombo is a teacher by profession, a politician and a businessman. He is married and has two sons and a daughter.
References
- ^ "Nkombo Launches CDF Guidelines". 10 February 2022.
- ^ "Gary Nkombo Parliamentary History".
- ^ "Gary G Nkombo, Minister - Local Government and Rural Development (Sep-2021)". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 13 July 2022.
- ^ "Local Government and Rural Development Minister Gary Nkombo directed to issue a comprehensive ministerial statement". 24 February 2022.
- ^ "Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Gary Nkombo visits former prison cell". 25 January 2015.
- ^ "Nkombo apologises to 'Kachasu' distiller". 12 April 2015.