PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has expressed solidarity with the Chipolopolo Boys following their dissapointing exit from the ongoing TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco, while calling for renewed investment in grassroots sports development across the country. In a statement issued by State House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka, President Hichilema said he understood the pain of defeat and cautioned against condemnation of the players. Hichilema stressed the importance of reflection and long-term planning for a brighter future.
“While defeat is never easy, President Hakainde Hichilema understands, both personally and as a competitor, what loss feels like and how it must not warrant condemnation,” Hamasaka said. “More importantly, he understands the value of returning to the drawing board, to… Do you agree that child defilers should be castrated?
