Kabwe based Economist, Noah Kabwita, has called for sensitisation of the Grow Zambia Agenda in order for the citizenry to understand the concept and have a buy-in.
Mr Kabwita observed that the Grow Zambia Agenda is President Hakainde Hichilema’s blueprint to accelerate development but people must understand it for them to contribute.
On September 1, 2026, President Hichilema during his inaugural speech unveiled the Grow Zambia Agenda in order to move the country from stabilization in his first term to development, jobs creation and poverty reduction.
“The agenda clearly states its targets and contribution towards the economy of the country. In Kabwe District, however, most residents seem unaware of it,” Mr Kabwita said.
He urged the government to involve local leaders and decentralize sensitizations so that the wider community will have an understanding of President Hichilema’s vision.
He observed that Kabwe District and Central Province in general have a key role to play in achieving the agenda because agriculture and livestock are already people’s livelihoods.
Mr Kabwita highlighted the need for people to own the vision for them to effectively participate and contribute to the agenda.
He said, “transforming each province around its distinct strengths such as agriculture and livestock production in Central Province is one sure way of accelerating development and economic growth”.
Mr Kabwita is optimistic that the Grow Zambia Agenda is achievable but people must be armed with the right information for them to participate fully.
“The agenda is a visionary masterclass that must be supported. It is the fuel for development, jobs creation and poverty reduction and consequently improved living conditions among the people,” he observed.
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