10/09/2026
18-YEAR OLD BOY FROM KAFUE DROPS OUT OF SCHOOL TO GET MARRIED
An 18-year-old boy from Kafue has stopped going to school because he wants to get married
The boy is *Penias Daka*.
He told his parents that he can no longer continue with school.
According to Penias, he has been having strong feelings and pressure to get married.
In Bemba he told his parents: *"ichikalipa chunfwe umwine"
This means *"I have been troubled with these feelings myself."*
His parents said they were shocked by his decision. They tried to talk to him to continue with school, but Penias said his mind is made up.
Many people in Kafue are talking about this story. Some say he is too young to get married. Others say it is his choice.
School is important, but every person has their own decision to make.
LET HELP OUR BROTHER