NFP Facility Partnership
Zambia
The Partnership Agreement between the NFP Facility and Zambia was signed in 2005. The main purpose of the Partnership is to build forest policy development and implementation capacity within the Forest Department, NGOs and the private sector. More specifically, the agreement aims to (i) improve information & knowledge exchange between all forestry stakeholders; (ii) link forest policy and planning with broader national objectives, strategies and programmes; and (iii) develop partnerships amongst stakeholders. More recently determined objectives focus on (i) increasing awareness about the need to raise forest sector funding from national and international sources; (ii) producing a biennial compendium of forestry statistics; (iii) developing systems and guidelines for benefits sharing with investors and other forest stakeholders' carbon projects; and (iv) facilitating wider stakeholder participation in formulation of a forestry research master plan, which integrates farm forestry and conservation farming.
In 2009, following an assessment and evaluation conducted using the nfp-Matrix of outputs and impacts of the first seven years of work, the NFP Facility and Zambia renewed their commitment to working together on the national forest programme process through the signing of a new Partnership Agreement. The main objectives of this second Agreement are to (i) increase the profile of forestry in the socio-economic development of Zambia; (ii) formulate the forestry research master plan within the forestry department; (iii) disseminate information that helps integrate farm forestry and conservation among farming communities; and (vi) develop integrated water catchment and fire management plans.
Points of Contact
- National Director of Forestry
Ms. Anna M. Chileshe Masinja - NFP Focal Point
Ms. Anna M. Chileshe Masinja - Day-to-day NFP Facility Focal Point
Mr. Bwalya Chendauka - NFP Facility Coach
Fred Kafeero
01 Jan 2007
Assessment of the nfp
In order to assess the progress and status of the nfp process, the Facility and FAO have designed a matrix to provide a clearer picture of how the country nfp processing are evolving, which elements are well developed and which elements remain weak and in need of further attention. The matrix has been tested in the countries to ensure the relevance of its indicators.
The matrix contains indicators for each phase of the nfp process: analysis, policy formulation, implementation and monitoring and evaluation. The indicators are clustered according to the primary nfp principles: country ownership, inter- and intra-sectoral linkages, partnerships and participation.
The matrix below was completed by stakeholders, in a participatory way, during a national workshop.
Each indicator was rated as follows:
 | the indicator has not been developed |
 | the indicator is absent from the country nfp process |
 | the indicator exists but is incipient |
 | the indicator is progressing well within the country nfp process |
 | the indicator is completed to the country’s full satisfaction - can serve as a model for others to follow |
- Country leadership
Analysis: Assessing the situation of the forest sector and its development
Forest sector review Forest information (in website and other depositories) freely available and accessible to all stakeholders Forestry outlook study Policy formulation: Identifying objectives and priorities and proposing policies and strategies for implementation
Existence of an officially adopted and broadly accepted Forest Policy Statement Nfp coordination mechanism established Mechanisms for decentralised policy debate and feed back are in place Existence of national and sub-national forest development action plans Existence of a financial strategy for sustainable forestry development Existence of subject-specific strategies, e.g. to promote plantations, to combat illegal logging, to control forest fires, etc. Country participation in UNFF and other international or regional forest related meetings Implementation: Implementing policies in accordance with the nfp principles
Recent review or reformulation of forest legislation Capacity building of stakeholders to implement nfp related activities (training programmes of FD, NGOs, private sector representatives, etc) Level of domestic (public and private) funding for national forestry programme related activities to promote sustainable forest management. Donor coordination mechanisms under the leadership of a national institution are in place. Recent institutional reform and/or modernization of forest related institutions and services Efforts to improve law compliance, governance and transparency in the sector Participation in networks, regional and international initiatives to promote sustainable forest management Evidence of contributions to the regional and international forest debate Monitoring and evaluation: Evaluating progress including lessons learned, and making adjustments to improve the nfp; includes knowledge management and information sharing
Regular data collection and assessment/review of forest development action plans National forest program evaluation reports Evidence that lessons learned are used to adjust/improve the process Regularly updated forest information available to support strategic planning of government and others Revised policies, nfp documents and action plan Country implementation of IPF/IFF proposals for action regularly appraised - Inter and intra-sectoral linkages
Analysis: Assessing the situation of the forest sector and its development
Analysis of the consistency of laws and legal prescriptions related to forestry Identification of traditional forest-related knowledge Compilation and analysis of policies, laws, regulations and strategic plans of other sectors that influence forestry Assessment of the role of forests in the national economy (including valuation of its contributions) and the linkages with central issues in other sector strategies Assessment of impact of other sectors on forestry sector development Identification of approaches for intra and inter-sectoral dialogue (working with Ministry of Local Government on Rural Development Project, others are Ministry of Food and Agriculture on Integrated Forest Plantations, etc.) Policy formulation: Identifying objectives and priorities and proposing policies and strategies for implementation
Evidence that inconsistencies in the forest related policy and legal framework have been addressed Harmonization of forest policy with other sector policies and development plans Participation of the forest sector in other sectors’ strategic planning exercises Thematic working groups for policy related discussions Implementation: Implementing policies in accordance with the nfp principles
Recognition of customary laws and traditional rights related to forestry Assessment of contributions of the forest sector to the economy, taking into account the multiple benefits of forest products and services Integration of forestry in national poverty reduction strategies and strategies Joint meetings with other sectors to promote integrated natural resources management (e.g. soil conservation / watershed management) Inter-ministerial or inter-institutional mechanisms to support nfp implementation are in place Coordination with country units/focal points responsible for implementation of international Conventions (CBD, UNCCD, UNFCCC, CITES, etc) Monitoring and evaluation: Evaluating progress including lessons learned, and making adjustments to improve the nfp; includes knowledge management and information sharing
Coordination of nfp monitoring mechanisms with other monitoring mechanisms of poverty reduction and similar development strategies Revision of nfp progress with all relevant stakeholders from within and outside the forest sector Harmonization of revised nfp documents with strategic planning of other sectors - Partnerships and participation
Analysis: Assessing the situation of the forest sector and its development
Stakeholder analysis: identification of stakeholders, their importance/influence Training in use of participatory tools to promote stakeholder participation Existence of qualified staff to conduct participatory processes Policy formulation: Identifying objectives and priorities and proposing policies and strategies for implementation
Mechanisms for stakeholder consultation and participation are established and functional The mechanism of the participatory process is well-known by all relevant stakeholder groups Stakeholders are sufficiently organized to participate in the nfp process. Evidence of participation of non-government stakeholders in the policy formulation process. Stakeholder consultation/meetings or fora to discuss forest policy objectives and priorities Evidence of stakeholder’ initiative to participate in the nfp process High percentage of stakeholders have access to relevant information Stakeholders informed and engaged in the commitments of the country participation in UNFF and other international and regional forest related meetings Implementation: Implementing policies in accordance with the nfp principles
Clarification and definition of roles and responsibilities of forest administration and other stakeholders Existence of mechanisms for dialogue and joint decision making among forestry sector stakeholders Joint forest stakeholder activities (e.g. private-public partnerships) Capacity building of stakeholders in technical and managerial aspects Training in conflict management provided to stakeholders Gender equity issues addressed Public awareness campaigns and information initiatives are being developed. Government supports active participation and institutionalization of non-government stakeholders in national forestry program Existence of multi-sectoral development committees at local level Monitoring and evaluation: Evaluating progress including lessons learned, and making adjustments to improve the nfp; includes knowledge management and information sharing
Sharing of information on progress in nfp implementation among forestry stakeholders Procedures for stakeholder feedback instituted, e.g. stakeholder forum to discuss lessons learned and to review/adjust the nfp process Evaluation of stakeholder participation and satisfaction with the nfp process Awareness of nfp achievements by general public, including information dissemination and adoption of knowledge
Implemented Activities
- July 2011Support in monitoring the LoAs of non-state actors separately funded by the Facility and coordinating the nfp process in Zambia
Forestry Department Zambia - June 2011Developing forest sector codes for economic development and local community benefit.
Timber Association of Zambia - June 2011Developing systems and guidelines for sharing benefits from carbon projects.
Mwanka Rural Development and Environment Foundation - May 2011Support of promoting integrated farm forestry and conservation farming for livelihood improvement and reduction of forest exploitation.
CeLIM - NGO - May 2011Support of increasing awareness on the need to raise forestry sector funding from national and international sources.
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT - May 2011Support of consolidating forest research plans into a forest research master plan.
Banko Research Foundation - May 2011Support of producing a biennial compendium of forestry statistics for the Zambia Forest Department.
Forestry and Environmental Vision Consultancy - July 2009Support the monitoring and coordinating of the Facility-funded activities in Zambia during the second Facility Partnership Agreement.
Forestry Department Zambia - December 2007Support the development of six training manuals for use by various players supporting community forestry programmes in the country.
Kasisi Agricultural Training Centre - October 2007Coordinate and monitor the National Forest Programme Facility activities in Zambia.
Forestry Department Zambia - October 2007Assessing and accounting for the contribution of the forest sector to the national economy of Zambia
Forestry and Environmental Vision Consultancy - August 2007Studying the wood and non-wood forest products market situation and conducting an analysis of market trends and developments
Banko Research Foundation - August 2007To review the forest taxation and fiscal measures as a basis for reform and rationalization of a fiscal regime that is consistent with sustainable forest management. This initiative will facilitate the development of an efficient and competitive forestry industry.
Walis Consortia - August 2007Support undertaking a study to establish the practicality of commencing the Forest Act No. 7 of 1999 and to explore other legislative options for implementing the 1998 Forestry Policy.
Institute of Human Rights, Intellectual Property and Development Trust - July 2007Reviewing national forestry sector strategies and plans
Mwanka Rural Development and Environment Foundation - June 2006Monitoring and coordinating national forest programme activities in Zambia
Forestry Department Zambia - May 2006Determining the potential contribution of the Forestry sector to poverty alleviation and the national economy
Forestry and Environmental Vision Consultancy - April 2006Creating and operationalizing a database of forestry stakeholders in Zambia for enhanced coordination and networking
Technology Development and Advisory Unit, University of Zambia - March 2006Establishing a "Forestry Consultative Forum" for knowledge sharing and coordination amongst forestry stakeholders
Institute of Human Rights, Intellectual Property and Development Trust - March 2006Examining, simplifying and harmonizing Zambia's existing forest and natural resources policies, laws and legislation
Mwanka Rural Development and Environment Foundation - March 2005Supporting the launch of the Partnership between the NFP Facility and Uganda
Forestry Department Zambia