Zambia’s growing film industry hailed

Lusaka District Commissioner, Krista Kalulu says government is doing everything possible to improve the film industry in the country.

Ms Kalulu says government has hence set aside K5 billion as youth development fund at the Ministry of Community Development which can be accessed by youths to engage in various projects such as film productions.

She noted that the film industry can create employment for youths who are in dare need of jobs.

The DC further said that government will support industries that create jobs for the youth adding that it is government’s desire to ensure that the welfare of youths is taken care of.

She was speaking in an interview at Lusaka’s play house during auditions for a film called “Kawanu movie” which will be produced by Frame works Media and will be shot in the Eastern Province of Zambia.

Ms Kalulu commended Frameworks media for coming up with the initiative which she said would help Zambian youths acquire jobs in the industry and improve their lives.

And Frameworks Media Executive Producer Preston Mwila applauded government for its efforts in re-establishing the art industry which he said has started doing well.

Mr. Mwila said the movie Kawanu, will be launched in the United States and China once it is completed.

He disclosed that some firms in the United State of American have approached him to have the film launched in that country after they saw the script and the message it carries.

He also noted that the auditions have received an overwhelming response from youths who want to be actors in the film.

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