Youths urged to contribute to national development

Minister of Justice, Princess Kasune has urged young people to rise above their challenges by taking advantage of the immense youth-friendly policies being implemented by government to effectively contribute to national development. Speaking during the commemoration of this year’s National Youth Day in Kabwe, Ms Kasune said Zambian youths should arise with confidence and determination to shape the future of the country. She said government remains committed to empowering young people with various opportunities to enable them to excel in their lives and make meaningful contributions to national development.

“Government reaffirms its commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders and change-makers. Young people, should therefore, arise with courage and determination to contribute to national development,” Ms Kasune said. She said the recent Constitutional amendments demonstrates the importance that government attaches to the improvement of the welfare of young people by expanding political space for youths both at national and local government levels.

“The Constitution Amendment Act No. 7 of 2025 marks a historic milestone in Zambia’s democratic evolution as it offers a powerful platform for the young people to participate more meaningfully in governance and national development,” she said. Ms Kasune applauded young people for the role they played during the country’s liberation struggle and the role they have continued to play in national development.

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And Central Province Permanent Secretary, Milner Mwanakampwe said government will continue implementing sound economic policies across all sectors.“Government will continue empowering young people in the province through the Constituency Development Fund and other empowerment programmes,” he said.And Youth representative, Derrick Pende commended government for its various empowerment initiatives aimed at uplifting the welfare of young people.Mr Pende urged young people to recognise their potential and believe in their abilities to build the future they desire.Meanwhile, Kabwe Central Member of Parliament, Chrizoster Phiri and her Bwacha counterpart Sydney Mushanga, who were in attendance, urged young people to believe in themselves and be reliable tools for national development.The colourful Youth Day commemoration held under the theme: “Arise and Soar started with a wreath laying ceremony at the Civic Center in Kabwe held in honour of the youths that lost their lives during the country’s liberation struggle. And Central Province Permanent Secretary, Milner Mwanakampwe said government will continue implementing sound economic policies across all sectors. “Government will continue empowering young people in the province through the Constituency Development Fund and other empowerment programmes,” he said.And Youth representative, Derrick Pende commended government for its various empowerment initiatives aimed at uplifting the welfare of young people.Mr Pende urged young people to recognise their potential and believe in their abilities to build the future they desire.Meanwhile, Kabwe Central Member of Parliament, Chrizoster Phiri and her Bwacha counterpart Sydney Mushanga, who were in attendance, urged young people to believe in themselves and be reliable tools for national development.The colourful Youth Day commemoration held under the theme: “Arise and Soar started with a wreath laying ceremony at the Civic Center in Kabwe held in honour of the youths that lost their lives during the country’s liberation struggle.

“Government will continue empowering young people in the province through the Constituency Development Fund and other empowerment programmes,” he said. And Youth representative, Derrick Pende commended government for its various empowerment initiatives aimed at uplifting the welfare of young people.Mr Pende urged young people to recognise their potential and believe in their abilities to build the future they desire.Meanwhile, Kabwe Central Member of Parliament, Chrizoster Phiri and her Bwacha counterpart Sydney Mushanga, who were in attendance, urged young people to believe in themselves and be reliable tools for national development.The colourful Youth Day commemoration held under the theme: “Arise and Soar started with a wreath laying ceremony at the Civic Center in Kabwe held in honour of the youths that lost their lives during the country’s liberation struggle. And Youth representative, Derrick Pende commended government for its various empowerment initiatives aimed at uplifting the welfare of young people. Mr Pende urged young people to recognise their potential and believe in their abilities to build the future they desire.Meanwhile, Kabwe Central Member of Parliament, Chrizoster Phiri and her Bwacha counterpart Sydney Mushanga, who were in attendance, urged young people to believe in themselves and be reliable tools for national development.The colourful Youth Day commemoration held under the theme: “Arise and Soar started with a wreath laying ceremony at the Civic Center in Kabwe held in honour of the youths that lost their lives during the country’s liberation struggle.

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