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| Most Rev. Ignatius Chama Archbishop of Kasama & Apostolic Administrator of Mpika Diocese |
The Muchinga province Minister His Excellency Mwimba Malama has commended the Catholic Church works in the education, social and health sectors calling other Churches to emulate the example set by the Catholic Church by partnering with the Government in offering services to the public.
Speaking during a luncheon hosted on Saturday 22nd August, 2015 in honor of the newly ordained Priest of Mpika diocese Fr. Deogratius Mbita Sikwazwe, the Minister pledged that his government will continue working with the church as partners in development.
Speaking at the same event the Archbishop of Kasama and the Apostolic Administrator of Mpika said called on the Christian community in the area to support the newly ordained priest and help him to grow in his faith.
Meanwhile, Zambia’s Copperbelt University School of Medicine dean Professor Kasonde Bowa has commended the Catholic Church in Zambia for the initiative of guiding young people in their career choices.
Professor Bowa said that the more information young people have in making career choice, the better the chance they have in knowing what is lying ahead and puts them at an advantage in choosing suitable careers.
Addressing the youth at an event dubbed “Meet The Professionals” organized by the Cathedral of Christ the King youths in Ndola Diocese, Prof Bowa said the shortage of doctors in Zambia call for investment and training of more young people with a passion for the career.
Professor Bowa said Zambia is in need of more doctors and young people must utilize the opportunity by studying medicine. He however cautioned that being a doctor is not an easy job as it calls for discipline and patience.
Prof Bowa further challenged young people willing to take up the medical profession to be bold and take part in helping the nation in coming up with a sustainable health sector.
By Mwenya Mkuka, Communications Officer ZEC