Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has expressed optimism about Zambia’s future following the nation’s latest debt restructuring settlement with worldwide collectors.
Speaking in Lusaka, Mrs. Scotland acknowledged that the settlement supplies Zambia with an important alternative to allocate assets in direction of nationwide improvement priorities. She famous that the deal alleviates the nation’s monetary burden and units the stage for financial restoration and sustainable development.
She additionally counseled Zambia’s authorities for its resilience in managing the opposed results of the 2024 drought, which has considerably impacted meals safety and financial stability within the area.
Mrs. Scotland made these remarks throughout a public lecture held on the University of Zambia (UNZA) to commemorate the centenary of Zambia’s First President, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, posthumously. In her speech, she praised Dr. Kaunda as a visionary chief who championed peace, democracy, and regional unity.
During the identical occasion, United National Independence Party (UNIP) member Trevour Mwamba eulogized Dr. Kaunda for his function in sustaining Zambia’s peace and stability throughout his 27-year tenure.
Meanwhile, UNZA Vice-Chancellor Mundia Muya emphasised the importance of the lecture, stating that it supplied college students with priceless insights into Dr. Kaunda’s legacy and his contributions to each Zambia and worldwide affairs.
The occasion, attended by teachers, authorities officers, and college students, highlighted Dr. Kaunda’s enduring affect on Zambia’s political and financial panorama.