WE ARE ONE ZAMBIA, ONE NATIONTHE hope from every Zambian is that the new govern- ment should live up to expectations. Even those who did not vote for the UPND are also hopeful of an improved livelihood under the new government of President Hakainde Hichilema.It is therefore not surprising that various stakeholders have been quick to remind the Hichilema administration of their campaign promises and the huge expectations from the people.The small-scale farmers are among those hoping to get some benefits through a reduction in the price of fertiliser. The farmers have pleaded with Government that whatever benefit will accrue to the farming sector, should be implemented before the onset of rains so that they plan accordingly.The current price of feritiliser at more than K700 is costly and discourages farmers from expanding their hectarage of cultivation. It is therefore hoped that should prices be reduced, then the farmers can increase their crop production.A Chikankata-based small-scale […]
WE ARE ONE ZAMBIA, ONE NATION
