Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with engineering professionals to develop sustainable infrastructure and address the challenges posed by climate change.
Speaking at the 68th Annual General Meeting and Symposium of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) in Livingstone, Minister of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development, Charles Milupi, emphasized the vital role engineers play in shaping Zambia’s future through sustainable and innovative solutions.
Mr. Milupi noted that Zambia is already experiencing the effects of climate change, including flooding, prolonged dry spells, and unpredictable weather patterns, which continue to put a strain on infrastructure, agriculture, and energy supply.
“The theme for this year’s symposium, Sustainable Engineering Solutions for Climate Change Mitigation, aligns perfectly with government’s agenda”, said Mr. Milupi in a statement issued to RCV News in Lusaka today.
He also provided updates on ongoing national infrastructure projects including the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway, announcing that government plans to extend the dual carriageway from Lusaka to Livingstone to further boost economic connectivity.
Meanwhile Mr. Milupi challenged Zambian engineers to establish their own construction companies and actively participate in major national projects, particularly those under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework.
He further stressed the need for engineers to uphold high professional and ethical standards, warning that substandard construction puts lives at risk and wastes national resources.
By Christabel Kamunu
