Zambia Army Commander Lieutenant General Geoffrey Zyeele has commended the Army Ladies Association of Zambia – Mfuti Ladies Club for fundraising funds meant to assist persons with special needs.
Lt Gen Zyeele notes that the step taken by the Mfuti Ladies Club to show compassion and love to the wellbeing of the less privileged is commendable.
He praised the Mfuti Ladies Club for championing initiatives aimed at supporting people with special needs.
The media reports that Lt Gen Zyeele said this last evening in a speech read for him by Deputy Army Commander and Chief of Staff, Major General Luswepo Sinyinza during the Zambian Cuisine Night meant to raise funds for persons with special needs.
“By championing support for persons with special needs, we reaffirm our belief that each individual has value, potential, and a rightful place in the Zambian family.”
He said the support of the less privileged in society calls for joint efforts, in the spirit of unity.
Lt Gen Zyeele indicated that even within the military there are families and individuals who face unique challenges hence the need to support them.
He said it is the duty for everyone to render a helping hand adding that no one should feel isolated.
“Within the military, we encounter families and individuals who face unique challenges. And it is our duty to ensure that no one feels isolated or unsupported,” he said.
He stressed that showing empathy and love to the needy has the potential to transform their lives.
“Where empathy and assistance can transform lives.”
Lt Gen has since called for showing care to the most vulnerable in society.
And speaking earlier, MFUTI Ladies Club Chairperson Carol Chikumbi pledged to use the funds raised during the fundraising for its intended purpose.
Ms Chikumbi stressed that the funds will be utilised in a transparent and accountable manner.
She said the club remains committed to supporting causes that aim to better the lives of the under privileged in society.
The Fundraising Zambian Cuisine Night was held under the theme “Championing Special Needs Support.”
