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19/11/2025

*PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
*Date: 18th November 2025*

*"Break Down Barriers: Urgent Call for Accessibility in All Zambian Buildings!"*

In September 2024, Mr. Patrick Kangwa, Secretary to the Cabinet, issued a circular mandating the enhancement of accessibility standards in all public buildings and facilities to ensure they are disability-friendly, in accordance with current laws. This was a commendable step toward fostering inclusivity.

However, as an organization, BSLT Zambia is deeply concerned that a significant number of public and private buildings remain inadequately accessible for individuals with disabilities. This oversight critically hinders the ability of people with disabilities to fully and equitably participate in societal activities.

Access to buildings is fundamentally linked to opportunities, resources, and the ability to thrive in life. Currently, many structures lack essential features such as elevators, while banking services frequently do not prioritize the needs of individuals with disabilities. There is also a concerning shortage of designated parking spaces.

Accessible public facilities must include wheelchair ramps at entrances and exits built to standard specifications, compliant washrooms, designated parking spaces with appropriate dimensions, lifts equipped with non-breakable mirrors for wheelchair user assistance, doorways with a minimum width of 900mm, and information available in accessible formats such as Braille and large print.

In light of these challenges, we urgently call upon the Ministry of Infrastructure and National Planning, the Ministry of Local Government, the National Council for Construction, and relevant line ministries to expedite compliance with these accessibility directives for both public and private structures.

Furthermore, a task force must be established to reinforce the critical directives outlined in Cabinet Circular Number 30 of 2024, in alignment with Section 42 of the Persons with Disabilities Act Number 6 of 2012.

We urge the government and pertinent authorities to conduct routine inspections to ensure adherence to these directives. Additionally, alternative provisions for service delivery during emergencies must be established, and officials should prioritize the needs of persons with disabilities.

Together, we can create a more inclusive and equitable society for all Zambians.

*Mr. Ntalasha Chisha*
*President, BSLT Zambia*

08/10/2025

FIVE KEYS TO UNLOCKING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET.

Igniting the entrepreneurial mindset in youths requires a practical approach that shifts their focus from consuming opportunities to creating them. This transformation is driven by self discovery, exposure, skills, and a fundamental change in how they view risk, failure, and opportunity.
Below are five key steps to unlock the mindset of a successful entrepreneur.

1. SEARCH INSIDE YOU TO FIND YOUR COIN
Every entrepreneur begins with self-discovery. True wealth starts with understanding your unique passion and gift.
• Passion: What excites you? What challenges inspire you to act? Your passion will fuel the resilience needed to navigate setbacks.
• Gift: Recognize your natural abilities and talents. These are the raw materials for building something valuable.
• People: People are your social capital, support system and advisers, search out for people to build with.
Africa is rich not poor. The resources are in your mind, your creativity, and your determination. When you align your hustle with your passion and gift, you unlock your personal “gold.” When your hustle is aligned with what you love and what you are good at, you gain the clarity and motivation necessary to persist through challenges.

2. ENGAGE IN SERVICE
Entrepreneurship is not just about profit, it’s about solving real problems. Young innovators should immerse themselves in their communities.
• Solve Problems: Identify everyday issues around you and envision solutions. Every problem is an opportunity waiting to be converted into a product, service, or business.
• Get Involved: Volunteer, join community projects, and understand the needs of your people. The more you serve, the better you understand where value can be created.
• Be a Giver: Support causes and be a giver and not just a receiver. Look out for opportunities to help someone.
From handouts and waiting for opportunity, move to creation and innovation. Service teaches empathy, insight, and the creativity required to innovate successfully.

3. NETWORK STRATEGICALLY
Your network can accelerate your journey or hold you back. Building the right relationships is critical.
• Mentors: Seek guidance from those who have walked the path. Mentors provide wisdom, accountability, and access to opportunities that you cannot find alone.
• Inner Circle: Surround yourself with supporters who share your values and push you toward your goals. Birds of the same feather flock together, choose your circle wisely.
• Linkages: Create linkages with industry leaders, suppliers and key consumers.
The right network multiplies capacity. Align yourself with people who ignite your hustle, challenge your thinking, and believe in your vision when you doubt it yourself.

4. CONTINUOUS LEARNING
Knowledge is power, but it must be applied. Entrepreneurship requires both structured and experiential learning. There is no mindset shift without education.
• Formal: Academic training equips you with technical skills, financial literacy, and analytical thinking.
• Informal: Workshops, mentorships, online courses, and practical experiences build adaptive skills and creativity.
• The Law of Observation: See, copy, act and refine.
Entrepreneurship should be taught early; skills, hobbies, and problem-solving exercises can be monetized from school age. Shift from memorizing facts to creating solutions that change communities. A continuous commitment to learning, both inside and outside the classroom, ensures you stay ahead of trends and can turn ideas into action.

5. START SMALL AND SIMPLE
The journey to entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. Begin with manageable, practical steps.
• The Minimum Viable Product (MVP): Test your idea with the simplest version possible. Gather feedback, refine, and iterate.
• Action Over Perfection: Don’t wait for perfect resources or conditions. Start with what you have; your first client, your first product, your first pitch.
• Micro-Wins: Celebrate small victories to build momentum and maintain motivation.
Africa’s future belongs to those who act, not those who wait. Start small, stay consistent, and your vision will grow.

Unlocking the entrepreneurial mindset requires self-awareness, service, strategic relationships, continuous learning, and bold action. Passion and gifts must meet practical exposure, mentorship, and disciplined ex*****on. The journey is not without challenges, but those who embrace these five keys will cultivate resilience, creativity, and a lasting ability to turn opportunities into enterprise. Start today, take the first small step, and watch your entrepreneurial journey ignite not just for yourself, but for the future of Africa. Ignite your hustle. Change your mindset. Create, innovate, and lead the Africa we were born to build.

27/08/2025

Believe you can and you are halfway there💪👏👏

25/08/2025

"The most important thing about a disability is not the disability itself, but how we respond to it"

24/08/2025

The only disability in life is a bad attitude

23/08/2025

Disability is not a limitation, it is a different ability

10/08/2025

Our greatest pride? Seeing youth, women, and persons with disabilities discover their God-given purpose and step boldly into it.

09/08/2025

Advocacy:
We work with policymakers, communities, and global partners to push for inclusive laws and systems. Change starts with a voice!

08/08/2025

From climate action to mental health, BSLT tackles over 20 impact areas aligned with the UN SDGs. We’re driving real change where it matters most!

07/08/2025

We see potential where the world sees limits.

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