08/08/2026
NALUMANGO HIGHLIGHTS UPND DEVELOPMENT GAINS, SEEKS BWILE SUPPORT FOR HH
AUGUST 8, 2026
By Sydney Chela
Chiengi, August 8, 2026 — Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale Nalumango has highlighted the UPND Government’s development agenda in Chiengi, urging citizens to support President Hakainde Hichilema for continued progress beyond the August 13 General Elections.
Dr. Nalumango, who is the UPND presidential running mate, said the Government had remained responsive to the aspirations of traditional leaders and communities by investing in critical sectors that directly affect people’s livelihoods.
She was speaking during the 2026 Builile Traditional Ceremony, where she served as Guest of Honour and Matron of the ceremony.
The Vice President said the ongoing Kashikishi–Lunchinda road project would be critical in opening up Chiengi’s economic potential and improving trade with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
She said Government’s commitment to education had gone beyond the introduction of Free Education to include CDF bursaries for skills training and improvements in school infrastructure.
Dr. Nalumango also reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare services, particularly after receiving concerns over mortuary facilities at Lambwe Chomba and Twaileta Mini Hospitals.
She said Government was supporting farmers through timely distribution of inputs and fair crop pricing, noting that agriculture remained central to food security and economic transformation.
Dr. Nalumango encouraged traditional leaders and citizens to continue working with Government to accelerate development, stressing that national transformation required collective effort, patriotism and peace.
She also called on the people of Chiengi and the entire Bwile community to participate in the August 13 elections and exercise their constitutional right to vote.
The Vice President said maintaining peace and unity remained essential for Zambia’s continued development.
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