Chilengedwe

🌍🌿 Happy World Environment Day! 🌿🌍

This year's theme, "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future," reminds us that some of the best solutions to climate change can be found in the natural world around us.

As Zambians, we are fortunate to be surrounded by incredible natural heritage. The responsibility now lies with us to protect it.

🌳 Plant a tree
🗑️ Dispose of waste responsibly
💧 Conserve water
♻️ Reduce, reuse, recycle
🌿 Support sustainable practices

Bane, the future we want starts with the actions we take today.

What is one thing you are doing to protect the environment this year? Tell us in the comments 👇

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🕊️ A great tree has fallen.

The passing of His Royal Highness Nkhosi yama Nkhosi Paramount Chief Mphezeni marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in the history of the Ngoni people and our nation. Zambia has lost a revered traditional leader, custodian of culture, and unifying voice whose wisdom and influence reached far beyond the borders of his chiefdom.

For generations, Nkhosi yama Nkhosi stood as a symbol of identity, resilience, dignity, and service. Through his stewardship, the rich traditions and heritage of the Ngoni people continued to flourish, reminding us of the importance of knowing who we are, where we come from, and the values that bind us together.

This loss resonates deeply with us. The very name Chilengedwe, meaning nature or the environment in the Chewa language, reflects the rich cultural heritage of Eastern Zambia and the enduring values of stewardship, community, respect for the land, and responsibility to future generations. These are values that traditional leaders have safeguarded for centuries and which His Royal Highness embodied throughout his lifetime.

A noble son of the soil, a guardian of culture, and a humble servant of his people, Nkhosi yama Nkhosi leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations. His leadership reminds us that our traditional leaders are more than custodians of customs; they are custodians of identity, history, wisdom, and our collective future.

As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate a life dedicated to preserving culture, fostering unity, and advancing the welfare of his people. His leadership and wisdom extended far beyond his chiefdom, leaving an enduring legacy for Zambia.

Bayete! Bayete! Nkhosi yama Nkhosi.
Lala ngoxolo.
Siyabonga. Siyakukhumbula.
(Thank you. We will remember you.)

Sengathi umphefumulo wakho ungaphumula ngokuthula okuphakade.
Ukukhanya kwakho kuzoqhubeka kukhanyisa izizukulwane ezizayo.

(May your soul rest in eternal peace. Your light shall continue to guide generations.)

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Ngoni Royal Establishment, the people of Eastern Province, the bereaved family, and all Zambians mourning this profound loss.

🕊️ Rest Well, Your Royal Highness.

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