Government Urges Parmalat To Reconsider Its Decision Of Closing Operations In Zambia
Written by Mafken FM Newsroom on 8 January 2025
By Staff Reporter
Minister of commerce, Trade and Industry Chipoka Mulenga has held talks with Lactalis management formally known as parmalat to appreciate the recent developments regarding Lactalis operations in Zambia.
Lactalis Zambia has notified Government of its decision to close its manufacturing site by March 31st, 2025. The decision taken has been motivated by business considerations over the past years, which have been informed by market dynamics, influenced by new players in the milk sector.
The decision is, therefore, purely based on competitiveness, following new entrants in the sector. The company has elected to make internal re-organization as part of its changing business model.
But speaking during the meeting with Lactalis management in Lusaka, Mr. Mulenga assured Lactalis of Government’s commitment to maintaining a conducive business environment for private sector to thrive and create wealth and jobs for the Zambian economy.
Mr Mulenga stated that should Lactalis reconsider, its decision, the Government is ready to support them Further indicating the importance of ensuring a smooth transition so that no employee is affected in a negative way as a result of this decision.
