
President Rupiah Banda says the recent victory by Zambia’s celebrated female boxer Esther Phiri is a demonstration of the depth of talent among the youth in the country.President Banda has pledged 50 million Kwacha to Esther Phiri after her victory last Sunday.
President Banda said Phiri’s victory to win the vacant title in the light weight category is a demonstration of her continued hard work and determination.
The President said this when he hosted a luncheon in honor of Esther Phiri’s victory at State House today.
Banda has also urged sportsmen and women in the country to emulate Phiri’s determination and courage adding that she has demonstrated that sport is one of the areas that can help improve the well being of an individual.
He has since called upon companies to consider sponsoring amateur boxing and sportsmen and women in various sports disciplines to further develop sport in the country.
President Banda has also congratulated 2002 Commonwealth Gold medalist Kennedy Kanyanta who beat Kenya’s Wallace Mubiru at the same occasion in Nairobi.

He also expressed gratitude to National Milling Corporation who are the main sponsors and Exodus Stables Director Anthony Mwamba who is also Phiri’s trainer.
Banda has since assured the nation that his administration will continue being committed to the promotion of boxing and other sports disciplines in the country.
At the same occasion Banda presented a vehicle to Zambia National Soccer Team Assistant Coach George Lwandamina.
And speaking earlier Sports Minister Kenneth Chipungu said his ministry will continue to ensure that policies that promote sports in the country are upheld.
Chipungu observed that there is abundant talent among youths in the country which needs to be harnessed to promote growth in various sports disciplines.
He said government will also continue to ensure that the nation thrives in various sporting disciplines.
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