Minister of Youth, Sport and Arts Elvis Nkandu has called for urgent partnership in the rehabilitation of major sports facilities, including Levy Mwanawasa and Heroes stadia.
Mr. Nkandu also highlights the need to construct mini stadia in Livingstone and all 56 constituencies to promote sports development at the grassroots level.
Speaking when Chinese Ambassador to Zambia Mr. Han Jing paid a courtesy call on him today, Mr. Nkandu said the visit provided an opportunity to discuss key areas of collaboration between the two countries, focusing on youth empowerment, sports infrastructure, and arts development.
Mr. Nkandu outlined ambitious plans aimed at enhancing Zambia’s youth, sport, and arts sectors with China’s support.
He has also called for capacity-building initiatives, including seminars and workshops, to improve technical support in sports and advocated for China’s assistance in constructing a National Arts Centre and rehabilitating existing cultural hubs such as the Lusaka Playhouse and Chingola Arts Society.
And Chinese Ambassador Han Jing has acknowledged the importance of the outlined initiatives and further assured the Minister of China’s readiness to collaborate with Zambia in these areas.
He has also expressed enthusiasm for working closely with the Ministry to realize these goals, noting China’s commitment to fostering development through strategic partnerships.
By Margaret Mwanza
