By Mwenya Mukuka
Pope Francis has prayed that all the Zambian people will continue to pursue the common good for a more peaceful and just society. He also commended Zambia to the providence of the Almighty God and prayed that all Zambians may enjoy peace and prosperity.The Pope said this in a message of congratulations to His Excellency Mr Edgar Chagwa Lungu President of the Republic of Zambia on the occasion marking Zambia’s 52nd independence anniversary.
“I extend cordial greetings to Your Excellency and your fellow citizens on the happy occasion of Zambia’s National Day. In praying that all in the nation will continue to pursue the common good for a peaceful and just society, l willingly invoke upon you the blessings of the Almighty God,” the Pope said in a letter to the President.
Zambia got independence from the British on 24th October, 1964.