en.Wedoany.com Reported - Zambia has launched the Contract Tracking Management Information System (CTMIS), aimed at reducing contract management costs, eliminating the physical circulation of paper documents, and improving the efficiency of government contract management.

The system, developed by the Smart Zambia Institute in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, was launched in Lusaka over the weekend. The government stated that CTMIS will streamline contract processing, strengthen accountability, and support broader digital transformation in the public sector.

Zambia's Cabinet Secretary, Patrick Kangwa, stated at the launch ceremony that CTMIS will replace the costly and cumbersome manual process, which requires the physical circulation of paper documents among ministries, provincial administrations, and the Ministry of Justice. Kangwa said the manual system is costly and cumbersome, and CTMIS will provide technical support for government operations and improve contract management efficiency. The platform will eliminate unnecessary travel, reduce stationery and printing expenses, and save public resources. At the same time, it will enhance transparency by enabling real-time tracking of contract submissions and reviews through a secure digital dashboard.

Kangwa stated that this initiative is part of the government's broader digital transformation agenda, aimed at modernizing public service operations and improving the efficiency of national institutions.

Zambia's Attorney General, Mulilo Kabesha, stated at the launch ceremony that the paper-based contract management system is no longer sustainable because it causes delays, occupies significant storage space, and increases the risk of losing important legal documents. CTMIS will replace manual processes with secure electronic workflows, allowing ministries, local governments, and state-owned enterprises to submit contract documents directly to the Attorney General's office through an online portal. Kabesha said this will enable legal officers to track, review, annotate, and return contracts in a timely manner without the need for physical handling or courier services. The platform will help his office cope with the growing demand for legal reviews, noting that over 4,600 letters have been received since the beginning of 2025.

The launch of CTMIS is the latest initiative by Zambia to digitize public services and improve the efficiency of government operations through technology.