Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to prioritize road construction and rehabilitation as a means to accelerate national development and foster connectivity among districts through an extensive road network.
During an inspection of ongoing rehabilitation works on the Manyinga-Mwinilunga road, Vice President Nalumango emphasized that road infrastructure development not only improves transportation but also generates employment opportunities for local communities and enhances trade activities.
“As the new Dawn government, we have chosen to invest our resources in economically viable projects such as road construction and rehabilitation, rather than funneling funds into the hands of a select few,” stated Vice President Nalumango.
She went on to highlight the economic significance of the Manyinga-Mwinilunga road, describing it as a crucial corridor for trade and commerce. Once completed, this road is expected to stimulate business activities, thereby promoting the overall development of Manyinga District and the surrounding communities.
Furthermore, Senior Chief Sikufele, the traditional leader of the Mbunda-speaking People of Manyinga and Kabompo districts, expressed his gratitude to the government for including Manyinga in its developmental programs. He praised the government’s efforts in providing opportunities for local youth through nationwide recruitments in sectors such as health, education, and the military.
Senior Chief Sikufele also noted the positive impact of government empowerment initiatives, including the Social Cash Transfer Empowerment Programme and Cooperative Grants accessed through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). These programs have been instrumental in supporting elderly and vulnerable community members.
Additionally, he commended the government for its role in restoring peace and unity across the nation, emphasizing the contrast with the previous regime’s divisive politics.
“With the UPND government, we are witnessing significant progress in terms of unity and peace, unlike the previous government, which perpetuated tribal politics, division, and hatred,” Senior Chief Sikufele stated.
It’s a fraud that the UPND government hasn’t been transparent about how much they’re making in toll fees from these dilapidated roads. We’ve stated several times on this forum that it’s irresponsible for government to lump up all debts together. There’s no need to default on loans for roads as the roads are making enough. These senseless PPP being signed whose complete details aren’t revealed will one day put Milupi in trouble. The dishonest of politicians is what’s causing Zambia to lag behind in many sectors. Their shoddy fertilizer deals have now caused hunger
Who says the Mwinilunga Manyinga road is a PPP and which default on loans has taken place since the UPND came to office??
This province deserves a first class university and airport for its contribution to government coffers during tough times.
ARE WE GOING TO EAT ROADS WAS YOU SLOGAN WHEN IN OPPOSITION WHAT HAS CHANGED.
You took this out of my mouth. I remember when one these former opposition leaders visited Luapula province… one of them openly told a gathering that people needed food not roads because people cannot eat roads. What do these animals called politicians take us for.?
Now there’s no food and there are no roads
Exactly my thought, but anyway that’s the nature of politics . That’s why it’s so foolish for people to kill each other over politicians.
This newspaper is losing credibility, too many comments from idi0ts are being published.
You took this out of my mouth. I remember when one these former opposition leaders visited Luapula province… one of them openly told a gathering that people needed food not roads because people cannot eat roads. What do these animals called politicians take us for.?
#Ben. Actually you are the eediot. If you don’t want our comments go back to the watchdog.
Pf already built roads you f00Is. They are using this as excuse to steal.
@Kaizar Zulu, Pf will never be power again to steal from the taxpayers.
Jokers…now they’re following in PF footsteps…remember they used to criticize PF about road construction….and why is Nalumango wearing a hardhat…just for photo op to fool gullible followers like Spaka and TIKKI…and these leaders they tell their cameramen when to take photos….
Tukalya imisebo nomba mwaa