The Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZiCA) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability by planting 100 fruit trees at Kabwanga Secondary School in Mumbwa District.
The initiative is part of the Institute’s celebrations for International Accounting Day and its broader financial literacy programme.
ZiCA Vice President, Joseph Matimba, led the tree planting exercise on Monday, November 18, 2024, and emphasized the dual benefits of fruit trees.
“Fruit trees provide a green and healthy environment while also serving as an economic resource by producing food and income for communities,” said Mr. Matimba in a statement issued to RCV News in Lusaka today.
He noted the rampant deforestation in the Kabwanga area and called for urgent community action to address climate change through sustainable practices.
“Climate change is real and planting trees especially fruit bearing ones can make a significant difference in fostering greener, more sustainable communities,” said Mr. Matimba, further challenging every household to join the fight against deforestation by planting and caring for trees.
And Mumbwa District Administration Officer, Simasiku Nawa, praised ZiCA’s tree planting initiative, highlighting its role in mitigating climate change while providing practical benefits.
“Now in today’s climate change you get paid by planting trees and keeping trees and make money,” said Dr. Nawa.
He urged Kabwanga pupils and the surrounding community to care for the trees, which will yield long term benefits.
Meanwhile, Headman Mukwempa of Kabwanga area expressed gratitude to ZiCA, commending the initiative as a step toward sustainable development. He encouraged other organisations to replicate such efforts to make Zambia greener and healthier.
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