The traditional leadership in Northern Province has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for his inclusive leadership style and tangible developmental strides.
The Senior Chieftainess Chungu of Lupososhi district has observed that President Hichilema and his administration have shown unwavering commitment to rural development and supporting traditional leaders.
The media reports that the Chieftainess said this when Northern Province Permanent Secretary Bernard Mpundu called on her at her palace.
“President Hichilema has demonstrated that rural communities matter. His government’s support to traditional leaders and the increased focus on infrastructure, in remote areas is commendable,” she said.
She further emphasized that the President’s efforts have not gone unnoticed, particularly in Lupososhi district, where government interventions have begun to transform the socio-economic landscape.
The Chieftainess also expressed gratitude for the continued provision of farming inputs to traditional leaders, noting that such support has played a vital role in ensuring food security within chiefdoms.
“As traditional leaders, we are not only custodians of culture but also stewards of our community welfare. The farming inputs we receive have enabled us to lead by example in agricultural productivity and food resilience, this with other support has ensured food security in our communities,” she noted.
The Senior Chieftainess has also commended the government for the continued implementation of the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP), which she said has significantly improved food security and livelihoods in her chiefdom.
“Our farmers are now better equipped to produce more, thanks to timely delivery of farming inputs. This has not only improved household income but also contributed to the local economy,” she noted.
And the traditional leader has appreciated the government for rolling out various empowerment programmes across the country, particularly those targeting women and the youth.
“These empowerment initiatives are restoring dignity and hope among our people. From skills training to access to finance, the government is giving our communities the tools they need to thrive,” she said.
Senior Chieftainess Chungu has since reaffirmed her chiefdom’s support to the government, and its cooperating partners.
And Northern Province Permanent Secretary Bernard Mpundu thanked the traditional leader for her recognition of the government’s efforts.
“This is a true gesture of patriotism. It reflects the growing trust between the traditional leadership and the government in driving national development,” Mr Mpundu said.
The PS has assured the Senior Chief of government’s continued collaboration and support in addressing challenges and accelerating progress in Lupososhi district and beyond.
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The chieftainess if indeed she said that might have missed class when the word INCLUSIVE was taught. Why should the government be inclusive when in fact we all belong? We are all Zambians and this word is coming in every time one leader speaks because the UPND and HH government is Exclusive and very Divisive. It is evident by saying they are inclusive. That’s why even the term is being used to try to clean up HH’s divisive image. Only him can do so. And it must truth and a deliberate move if things would work.