SMART Zambia National Coordinator Percy Chinyama has reaffirmed the institute’s commitment to expanding digital connectivity to rural communities as part of efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive national development under the Grow Zambia Agenda. Speaking during a courtesy call on him by Chief Chinyama Chamukwamai of the Luvale people of North-Western Province, […]

SMART Zambia National Coordinator Percy Chinyama has reaffirmed the institute’s commitment to expanding digital connectivity to rural communities as part of efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive national development under the Grow Zambia Agenda.

Speaking during a courtesy call on him by Chief Chinyama Chamukwamai of the Luvale people of North-Western Province, Mr Chinyama noted that government recognises the challenges affecting rural communities and is committed to expanding digital infrastructure to ensure that every individual benefits.

He added that improving network connectivity in rural communities remains important in ensuring that rural children also have equal access to digital learning opportunities.

Mr Chinyama pointed out that the government’s allocation of funds towards digital connectivity in the 2026 National Budget was aimed at strengthening access to technology, particularly in schools across the country.

He explained that improved connectivity would enable learners in remote communities to access digital learning materials, acquire modern skills and participate in the rapidly growing digital economy.

“The initiative will promote inclusive economic growth, human capital development and improved livelihoods across all parts of the country,” he added.

And Chief Chinyama Chamukwamai has commended the government’s commitment towards digital connectivity, describing it as an important intervention in addressing inequalities between rural and urban communities.

The traditional leader said improved access to technology would give children in his chiefdom an opportunity to compete favourably with their counterparts in other parts of the country.

Chief Chamukwamai, also took advantage of the meeting and highlighted some of the challenges his chiefdom is faced with among them infrastructure, particularly poor road conditions.

He also highlighted inadequate electricity and network connectivity as some of the challenges affecting communities in his chiefdom and called for interventions to improve access to essential services.