A cross-section of stakeholders has called on citizens to embrace national values and principles, noting that they are essential to Zambia’s social cohesion and long-term development.
Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) Executive Director Allan Kasungami described the President’s address scheduled for Friday as vital.
Reverend Kasungami emphasised that strong moral values underpin national development and urged Zambians to support President Hichilema in advancing morality and patriotism.
He expressed concern over the growing involvement of young people in harmful practices such as gambling, warning that such vices can undermine the country’s future.
The EFZ Executive Director added that, as a Christian nation, Zambia is guided by principles of righteousness and reverence for God.
He also appealed for renewed respect for older citizens to preserve societal values.
Reverend Kasungami further urged Zambians to stand together in unity and patriotism, explaining that true patriotism entails love for the country, its people, and the principles that govern it.
Meanwhile, Insakwa Yabakaonde National Vice Chairman, Osward Painapo, stressed the importance of hard work, noting that national prosperity depends on diligence and productivity.
He cautioned that moral decline hampers economic progress and condemned the rise in Gender-Based Violence, saying traditional leaders have a critical role to play in curbing the vice.
Meanwhile, freedom fighter Betty Chilunga also highlighted the need to uphold national values, particularly among young people whom she described as future leaders.
She praised President Hichilema for promoting peace, love, and unity, ideals championed by Zambia’s founding generation.
President Hichilema is expected to address Parliament on Friday, where he will review progress made in promoting and applying national values and principles.
