23/09/2025
KABWE DISTRICT SEES ECONOMIC REVIVAL UNDER PRESIDENT HICHILEMA'S LEADERSHIP
Kabwe District is witnessing a transformative phase, as District Commissioner Mr Lennox Shimwambwa Jr. reveals that the area is shedding its image as a "ghost town." The revitalization is largely attributed to the economic policies under President Hakainde Hichilema's leadership, which have fostered the establishment of multiple new industries over the past four years.
Speaking when he and other stakeholders toured Mulungushi Textiles to check on the progress made so far towards the reopening of the defunct industry, Mr Shimwambwa highlighted the positive impact of key players in the local economy, including Bayer Seed Zambia Limited Company, Great Leaf To***co Processing Company, and the International Drug Company.
He said the industries are not only contributing to economic growth but are also creating job opportunities and improving local community services.
Bayer Seed Zambia, recognized as one of the largest seed processing companies in Central and Southern Africa, currently operates at 60% of its capacity of 80,000 metric tons of production. The company facilitates the export of seed maize to markets in Tanzania, Burundi, Angola and beyond. Furthermore, Bayer's commitment to corporate social responsibility includes plans to construct a level one hospital in Munga ward, which will enhance healthcare services in Kabwe.
The Great Leaf To***co processing plant is also set to be recommissioned with a production capacity of 8 tons of to***co per hour, already employing over 800 people. This development will open new avenues for local farmers to cultivate and market to***co effectively.
In addition, the International Drug Company is poised to strengthen the job market with three facilities: a capsule processing plant that will employ 250 people, an IV fluid plant, and a general medicine plant currently in development, projected to create over 300 direct jobs.
Kabwe residents are also benefiting from infrastructural improvements, such as the newly completed intercity bus station in Lukanga, which has streamlined local transportation logistics. Additionally, the community will soon see the first fully funded level one District Hospital in the Mpima area, which aims to provide essential health services.
"Government Support continues through the Community Development Fund, which allocates K8 million for loans and K6 million for grants annually across two constituencies, empowering residents to engage in various economic activities," he said.
"With these developments, Kabwe is embracing a brighter economic future, invigorated by private sector partnerships and outgrower opportunities. The District Commissioner emphasized that Kabwe is indeed on the move, set for continued growth and revitalization.".G
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