Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, has assured traditional leaders of government’s continued support through equitable distribution of national resources.

Mrs Nalumango says that the government’s position is to see equity and fairness in the distribution of national resources hence the implementation of decentralisation policy.

She said the government will maintain communication with stakeholders, including traditional leaders, who play a crucial role in development.

Mrs Nalumango said this during a meeting with traditional leaders in Kabompo today.

The Vice President also thanked the traditional leaders for their support in the government’s fight against corruption.

She reiterated that the government will persist in its anti-corruption efforts, as failing to do so would jeopardize the provision of social amenities for the Zambian people.

And Senior Chief Sikefuele, who spoke through his representative Clifford Mundeya, commended the government for its efforts to combat corruption and assured of traditional leaders support in the fight

He noted that traditional leaders are committed to supporting the fight against corruption, as the vice has hindered the country’s progress in previous years.

Senior Chief Sikefele also pledged cooperation with the government and urged the government to implement stringent punishments for those engaged in corrupt practices.

He further expressed gratitude to President Hakainde Hichilema for opening the mines in the province and increasing the Constituency Development Fund, among other initiatives.

He stated that these developments will significantly improve the lives of local residents.

However, Senior Chief Sikefuele has also appealed to the government to prioritize improvements to Mutanda-Chavuma Road and other key roads in the province to help reduce accidents.