President Hakainde Hichilema reiterates commitment to equitable development
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Top StoriesPresident Hakainde Hichilema has reiterated his government’s commitment to equitable distribution of national resources, pledging to extend development to all parts of the country under the Grow Zambia Agenda. Mr Hichilema said this upon arrival in Choma District, Southern…
President Hakainde Hichilema has reiterated his government’s commitment to equitable distribution of national resources, pledging to extend development to all parts of the country under the Grow Zambia Agenda.
Mr Hichilema said this upon arrival in Choma District, Southern Province, for a 10-day working holiday, he is accompanied by the First Lady Mutinta Hichilema.
The President disclosed plans to construct a public university in Choma, as part of government’s programme to establish six new public universities in provinces that currently do not have such institutions.
He said Southern Province would benefit from one of the institutions, which will be located in Choma District.
Mr Hichilema said the provision of free education, which is now law, remains a key commitment of his administration following the renewed mandate given to the United Party for National Development (UPND).
He thanked the people of Choma and Southern Province for supporting the party, saying the second-term mandate provides an opportunity for more children to access free education and school feeding programmes.
“We are grateful to the people of Choma and Southern Province at large for giving us a second term. It is a chance for our children to continue with free education and being fed at school,” he said.
He called on the citizens to support the Grow Zambia Agenda as the country moves from recovery, stabilisation and now growth.
The Head of State also called on UPND leaders in Southern Province to embrace unity, discipline and hard work, urging elected leaders to remain accountable to the people.
He directed the leaders to engage communities and address local development challenges, stressing that their positions were entrusted to them by the electorate.
Mr Hichilema said leaders must work together and deliver on the expectations of the people rather than become complacent after assuming office.
Meanwhile, Southern Province Minister Edgar Sing’ombe pledged to work with the provincial administration in advancing the Grow Zambia Agenda and improving people’s livelihoods.
Mr Sing’ombe said collaboration among provincial leaders and other stakeholders was key to accelerating development in the province.
Choma Central Member of Parliament Cornelius Mweetwa also pledged the support of Members of Parliament to the newly appointed provincial minister, assuring the President of their commitment to working together.
The President was received by Southern Province Minister Edgar Sing’ombe, Provincial Joint Operations Committee (PJOC) UPND members, Members of Parliament and Councillors from Choma and surrounding districts.
He is expected to hold a community engagement on Friday to interact with residents.
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