Chief Mumena of the Kaonde-speaking people of North Western Province has called for practical solutions for environmental protection.
The Traditional Leader acknowledged the difficult environmental challenges faced, such as low water levels and increased charcoal burning, and called for practical solutions and resilience.
Chief Mumena emphasized the need for consistent efforts to protect the environment and the importance of legal frameworks governing environmental protection.
The Traditional Leader said this when he graced the 5th Environmental Protection Dialogue (EPD) organized by the Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ).
Chief Mumena acknowledged the platform’s growth over the years as a critical space for engagement and accountability in addressing Zambia’s pressing environmental challenges.
He expressed pleasure in witnessing the commitment of all participants and looked forward to a productive three-day program aimed at finding solutions for the environmental sector.
Meanwhile, Reality of Aid Africa Executive Director, Vitalice Meja, said that climate change has significantly affected most crops due to rising temperatures and changing rain patterns.
Mr. Meja emphasized that high population growth and increased pressure on the environment are expanding the ecological footprint of the region.
He pointed out that most African countries’ GDP heavily relies on environmentally sensitive sectors such as mining, tourism, agriculture, and forestry.
Mr. Meja highlighted that these changes have exacerbated local environmental issues, including the depletion of natural resources and pollution.
He stressed the urgency of strengthening investments in environmental protection and sustainably managing essential natural resources and related ecosystem goods and services.
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