Media Network Action on Climate Change

04/09/2025

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04/09/2025

MEDIA STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.
UNZA Students' Littering at State House: A Call to Action for Environmental Stewardship.
September 4th, 2025.

The Media Network Action on Climate Change (MENACC) expresses deep concern over the recent incident where University of Zambia students left behind trash at State House after meeting with President Hakainde Hichilema.

This incident highlights a broader issue and a ticking time bomb of poor environmental attitude and inadequate waste management practices in Zambia.

MENACC urges all stakeholders, including government institutions, educational establishments, and individuals, to prioritize environmental protection and adopt sustainable practices.

Proper waste disposal and management are crucial steps towards maintaining a clean and healthy environment. It's ironic that the UNZA students raised concerns about poor sanitation on their main campus with the Head of State, yet failed to practice what they preached.

- Government Institutions: Lead by example in promoting sustainable practices and enforcing environmental regulations.
- Educational Institutions: Incorporate environmental education and promote eco-friendly behaviors among students.
- Individuals: Take personal responsibility for their actions and contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment.

The Lusaka City Council's failure to effectively manage waste in the city underscores the need for collective action.

We must work together to foster a culture of environmental stewardship and ensure a sustainable future for Zambia.

As Minister of Green Economy and Environment Honorable Mike Mposha emphasized during the 2025 World Environment Day commemoration, "Let's reduce, reuse, and recycle plastics" to keep our environment safe and healthy."

By adopting sustainable practices and promoting environmental education, we can mitigate the impacts of climate change and create a better future for ourselves and future generations.

Issued by:
Kennedy Phiri
Executive Coordinator

29/08/2025

Climate Change Awareness Inter-Denomination Choir Leader Orientation Workshop

29/08/2025

Choir leaders climate change orientation workshop

29/08/2025

Climate change Awareness inter-Denomination Choir Leaders

29/08/2025

Climate Change Awareness Inter-Denomination Choir Leader Orientation Workshop

29/08/2025

29/08/2025

Climate Change Awareness inter-Denomination Choir Leader Orientation Workshop

29/08/2025

23/08/2025

Remembering Robert K***a Chimambo: A Champion of Zambia's Natural Heritage.

More than a year after his passing, Zambia's renowned natural heritage defender, Robert K***a Chimambo, was remembered during a memorial event held in Forest Reserve Number 27. Mr. Chimambo, a passionate environmentalist and legal advocate, dedicated his life to protecting the Chalimbana River Basin and Forest 27 before his untimely death on January 27, 2024.

His fourth-born daughter, Mubanga Chimambo, expressed concern over the continued encroachment in Forest 27, recalling her father's warnings about the adverse effects of inaction. The Robert K***a Chimambo Memorial Forest 27 Walk, Run, and Hike was organized to celebrate his legacy and promote environmental stewardship.

Stakeholders gathered at the event called for the preservation of Forest 27, citing its significance as a water recharge forest for the city of Lusaka and the Chalimbana River. Established in 1957, Forest 27 is a protected area covering approximately 1,764 hectares. However, encroachments by the affluent have threatened its incredible biodiversity.

Recently, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources Elijah Muchima indicated that the government would issue a decree to halt all developments in Forest 27 and conduct an environmental impact assessment. As the country reflects on Mr. Chimambo's legacy, his tireless efforts to protect Zambia's natural heritage serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving the environment for future generations.

23/08/2025

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05/06/2025

UN Urges Collective Action to Combat Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day.

Lusaka, Zambia - June 5, 2025

By Kennedy Phiri

The United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in Zambia, Ms. Beatrice Mutali, has called for collective action to combat plastic pollution, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to address the issue.

Delivering remarks on behalf of the UN Resident Coordinator, Ms. Suze Percy-Filippini, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representative in Zambia, highlighted the severity of plastic pollution, citing its impact on ecosystems, biodiversity, and human health.

According to Ms. Mutali, Zambia generates an estimated 80,000 metric tons of plastic waste annually, with only 10% being collected and properly disposed of, leaving the remaining 90% to contaminate the environment.

The UN Resident Coordinator commended the Zambian government for its efforts in addressing environmental challenges, including the implementation of the Environmental Management Act No. 12 of 2011 and the Waste Management Act No. 20 of 2018.

Ms. Mutali emphasized the importance of implementing policies and regulations to reduce plastic waste, promote recycling, and encourage sustainable practices. She also urged individuals, businesses, and government to work together to combat plastic pollution.

The UN is supporting the government in developing and implementing initiatives to address plastic pollution, including the enhancement of Zambia's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and the assessment and mapping of pollution hotspots.

As the world commemorates World Environment Day under the theme "Ending Plastic Pollution," Ms. Mutali called on Zambians to make responsible choices to reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover plastic waste, emphasizing that every small action counts in the fight against plastic pollution.

The event was attended by government officials, including Hon. Mike Mposha, MP, Minister of Green Economy and Environment, representatives of UN agencies, cooperating partners, and members of the media.