Hichilema calls for unity among traditional leaders at Katanino traditional ceremony

President Hakainde Hichilema has called for unity among traditional leaders in Zambia during his attendance at the Katanino Traditional Ceremony in Masaiti District, Copperbelt.

Speaking at the event on Monday, President Hichilema stated the importance of traditional leaders in collaborating to resolve misunderstandings and promote development.

“There is a need for unity of purpose. We must move away from outdated methods and work together to foster development,” he said.

The ceremony, hosted by Chief Nkambo of the Royal Lamba Establishment, saw the attendance of over 50 chiefs from across Zambia, demonstrating solidarity with Chief Nkambo, who is also the National Chairperson of the House of Chiefs.

President Hichilema praised the large turnout as a sign of unity among the nation’s traditional leaders.

The President was accompanied by several ministers, including Local Government’s Gary Nkombo, Transport’s Frank Tayali, Infrastructure Minister Charles Milupi, and Copperbelt Minister Elisha Matambo.

During his speech, Matambo highlighted the achievements of the United Party for National Development (UPND) government over the past three years.

“The number of children who are back in school now stands at 1.2 million, compared to just 600,000 before the introduction of free education,” he noted.

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