Parley advocates a green Zambia

By NATION REPORTER

THE National Assembly has embarked on an ambitious tree-planting initiative targeting 1,000 trees in each of Zambia’s 226 constituencies as part of efforts to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development.

The initiative was announced during an Independence Anniversary tree-planting exercise held at Northmead Secondary School in Lusaka on October 22, 2026, as part of Cabinet-approved Independence Week activities.

Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly (Administration) Sage Samuwika, represented by Francis Tanganyika, said the initiative demonstrated Parliament’s commitment to building a greener Zambia and protecting the environment for present and future generations.

Mr Samuwika said tree planting was important in promoting sustainable development and strengthening environmental protection.

The exercise also provided an opportunity to sensitise teachers and learners on the importance of trees in preventing soil erosion, protecting water catchment areas, providing shade and strengthening communities’ resilience to climate change.

“I urge the school community to take ownership of the newly planted trees by ensuring that they were regularly watered, protected and properly maintained to enhance their survival,” Mr Samuwika said.

Teachers and learners were He further encouraged teachers and pupils to champion environmental conservation in their school and surrounding communities through tree planting, forest protection and adoption of sustainable environmental practices.

He said the exercise reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to supporting environmental conservation and contributing to Zambia’s sustainable development agenda.

“As the country marks 62 years of independence, the tree-planting initiative is a reminder that environmental protection requires collective responsibility and represents a long-term investment in the wellbeing of future generations,” Mr Samuwika said.

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