Minister of Labour and Social Security Brenda Tambatamba has commissioned the Zambia United Local Authorities and Allied Workers Union (ZULAAWU) Mineral Water Plant in Kafue District.
The mineral water plant, operating under the brand Aqua ZU Fresh and owned by ZULAAWU, has been established at a cost of K720,000.
Speaking during the official opening, Ms Tambatamba commended ZULAAWU for embracing the country’s industrialisation agenda.
She noted that President Hakainde Hichilema has taken a leading role in steering the country towards industrialisation, a development that should be embraced by all stakeholders.
“I must commend ZULAAWU for taking this step and aligning itself with the country’s industrialisation agenda, which President Hakainde Hichilema is championing,” she said.
Ms Tambatamba stated that the establishment of the mineral water plant was a milestone and a clear demonstration of the value that leadership places on prudent management of resources raised through member contributions.
She further urged other unions in the country to emulate ZULAAWU by venturing into investments that promote job creation.
“The establishment of the plant is a milestone and a clear demonstration of how the Union leadership is prudent in managing resources,” she said.
Ms Tambatamba added that Zambia, under President Hichilema’s leadership, was being repositioned through an economic transformation and job creation agenda, and called on all citizens to take part.
And Kafue District Commissioner Maurice Hikapulwe said the establishment of the ZULAAWU mineral water plant demonstrates visionary leadership by the Union.
Mr Hikapulwe noted that through diversification into the production of Aqua ZU Fresh mineral water, ZULAAWU was not only expanding its financial capacity but also contributing to the industrialisation of the district.
“This diversification into Aqua ZU Fresh mineral water is not only expanding the Union’s financial capacity but also contributing to the industrialisation of the district,” he said.
Meanwhile, ZULAAWU President Emmanuel Mwisa described the project as a milestone for the Union, reflecting its commitment to development and self-reliance.
Mr Mwisa said the establishment of the plant indicates the Union’s ability to drive positive change and create opportunities for its members and the wider community.
“This project is a milestone for the Union and reflects our commitment to development and self-reliance,” he said.
