Mayor of Livingstone
| Mayor of Livingstone | |
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| Livingstone City Council | |
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| Seal of Livingstone City Council | |
| Incumbent | Constance Nalishebo Muleabai |
| In office since | 2023 |
| Style | The Honourable |
| Status | Political Head of Livingstone City Council |
| Member of | Livingstone City Council |
| Seat | Livingstone City Council Chambers, Livingstone, Zambia |
| Appointer | Elected by members of Livingstone City Council |
| Term length | 4 years |
| Constituting instrument | Local Government Act of Zambia |
| Formation | (Date of establishment of the Livingstone City Council mayoral office) |
| First holder | (First recognized Mayor, Livingstone) |
| Deputy | Deputy Mayor of Livingstone |
| Salary | Monthly salary and allowances (varies) |
| Website | https://www.livingstonecouncil.gov.zm |
| Department | Livingstone City Council Political Wing |
| Reports to | Livingstone City Council and indirectly to national government |
Mayor of Livingstone is the political head of Livingstone City Council in Livingstone. The mayor is responsible for providing leadership to the council, representing the city both locally and nationally, and overseeing urban development and service delivery. The mayor is elected by members of the Livingstone City Council for a term of four years, in accordance with the Local Government Act of Zambia.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Mayor of Livingstone performs the following key roles:
- Provides political leadership and direction to the city council.
- Presides over city council meetings, ensuring orderly conduct and decision-making.
- Oversees policy development and city strategic planning, including budget approval.
- Represents Livingstone in official functions, ceremonies, and engagements with government entities.
- Promotes citizen engagement and participation in governance processes.
- Collaborates closely with the Town Clerk and council staff to ensure effective administration and service delivery.
- Supports initiatives for urban planning, infrastructure development, and local economic growth, particularly around tourism due to the proximity to Victoria Falls.
Accountability and Challenges
The mayor is accountable to Livingstone City Council and the residents. The office faces challenges including governance transparency, financial management, and addressing local development needs. Recent years have seen increased scrutiny regarding corruption allegations connected to the officeholder, reflecting national anti-corruption enforcement trends.
