Preparations for Zambia’s 61st Independence Day celebrations in Lavushimanda District, Muchinga Province, have reached an advanced stage, with the District Events Committee raising close to K10,000 towards the event scheduled for October 24, 2025.
District Events Committee Chairperson Joseph Phiri said the preparations are progressing smoothly as residents, the business community, government departments, and non-governmental organizations have joined efforts to fundraise for the national event.
Mr. Phiri explained that contributions are still being received and the fundraising exercise will continue until Thursday, October 23, 2025.
“So far, the funds have started hitting our accounts, and we will only stop receiving contributions maybe by Thursday. Everything is set for Independence,” he said.
He was speaking during a preparatory meeting held at Mununga Primary School, where the committee reviewed the progress made in organizing the celebrations.
Mr. Phiri revealed that several activities have been lined up in the build-up to the Independence Day commemoration, including modelling shows and football matches, aimed at promoting community participation and unity.
Meanwhile, Entertainment Sub-Committee Chairperson Florence Chanda said the celebrations will feature a beauty pageant to crown Miss Independence and Mr. Independence 2025.
Ms. Chanda disclosed that about 10 youths are currently rehearsing for the pageant, which will take place on the evening of Thursday, October 23, 2025, ahead of the traditional flag-raising ceremony.
“The girls and boys are busy rehearsing, and the beauty pageant will take place on Thursday evening,” she said.
And an entertainment committee member, Ivwananji Sipula, confirmed that four sports teams Muchinga Queens, Mpumba Girls, Lukulu Boys, and Mununga Station — are set to compete in soccer and netball matches on Independence Day.
“The teams are ready and have been practicing on the pitch. They are all set to compete,” he said.
This year’s Independence Day celebrations will be held under the theme, “61 Years of Peace and Unity: Building a Resilient and Prosperous Zambia.”
