Government of the Republic of Zambia has paid tribute to the Catholic Church for its valuable contribution to the health and other social sectors aimed at improving people’s living standards.
Speaking on behalf of government, deputy Minister of Information and Broadcasting Services Forrie Tembo expressed the sentiments during the commissioning of St Joseph’s health center, a new health facility, built by the Sisters of Mercy of St Charles Bromeo in Nyimba district in the diocese of Chipata in eastern Zambia.
“This is a moment of great pride and joy for the people of this area who now have a health facility within their reach,” Mr. Tembo said.
When fully operational, the clinic will have a children’s wing and a casualty wing and serve as a center for trainee nurses doing their internship. The center will also provide pre- and post-natal services for the local community.
Mr. Tembo said that the Catholic Church deserves commendation for building a house for a priest to be based at St. Joseph’s health center in Nyimba district.
The priest will spearhead the establishment of a skills training center for training young people in various skills.
“This is consistent with Government’s agenda to empower youths economically so that they can contribute meaningfully to national development. Sisters of Mercy of St Charles Bromeo also deserve commendation for spearheading the establishment of a skills training center for training youths,” Mr. Tembo added.
Source: Mwenya Mukuka Communications Officer, Zambia Episcopal Conference