The media report that speaking at the launch, Ministry of Green Economy and Environment Permanent Secretary Douty Chibamba stated that the project is aligned with government’s vision for inclusive economic growth, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development. “The project will target districts in Zambia, working with local communities to develop sustainable forest-based enterprises, improve market linkages, and enhance value addition to NTFPs such as honey, mushrooms, caterpillars, wild fruits, and herbs, ’he said. Speaking at the same event, the Forestry Department, Principal Forestry Officer Nsofwa Katongo noted the initiative’s potential to support sustainable forest management and improve livelihoods of local communities.
Mr Katongo stated that the department is committed to working with all stakeholders to ensure the project’s success. Meanwhile, Small, Medium and Enterprise (SMEs) Representative Stafford Hamweemba also expressed support for the project, highlighting its potential to contribute to economic development and job creation. “We are delighted to see the launch of the Bush2Business Project, which will focus on reinforcing and diversifying forest product and forestry service value chains, ” he added.
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