Government has encouraged youths in the country to be innovative to drive progress in the country. 

Chisamba District Commissioner Joel Mboyoma notes that youths make up a larger percentage of Zambia’s population. government is making strides to ensure they are empowered with the right skills and resources to enable them lead into the future. 

ZANIS reports that Mr. Mboyoma said this in Chisamba during the 60th independence commemoration which was held under the theme “Honouring Our Heritage, Embracing Our Future.”

He stated that Government is breaking barriers that limit women and other marginalized populations from participating in economic growth. 

“Social inclusion is another critical pillar of our future. By breaking the barriers that limit marginalized communities from participating in our economy and society, we unlock the full potential of our people and ensure no one is left behind,” he said. 

Mr. Mboyoma paid tribute to Zambia’s founding fathers and mothers for the sacrifices during the liberation struggle among them Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe, Mama Chibesa Nkankasa and Mainza Chona. 

“Not only are we celebrating 60 years of independence but also reflecting on the journey of resilience , progress and unity that has brought us to where we stand today,” he said. 

Earlier, Chisamba Town Council Secretary Chamuka Muwamba called on the community to embrace the spirit of hard work so as to recover from the impact of the drought.

Mr. Muwamba noted that for the community to fully enjoy their political freedom, they need work towards becoming self-reliant. 

And Chisamba Freedom Fighters Representative Stanley Mhlanga urged the citizenry to guard the peace and unity the country has been enjoying for the past 60 years. 

Mr. Mhlanga stated that the nation’s sovereignty came at a cost hence it is important for the citizenry and political players to preserve it and prioritise the interest of the nation as opposed to self-interests.