HAPPY 64TH BIRTHDAY TO HIS EXCELLENCY, THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA, MR. HAKAINDE HICHILEMA
The Board, Management and Staff of the Higher Education Authority (HEA) proudly join the nation in wishing His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, a happy 64th birthday.
Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Your Excellency, under your leadership, Zambia has witnessed a renewed commitment to making education more accessible to ordinary citizens, restoring hope to many young people and families across the country.
The enshrinement of free education in Law stands as a landmark achievement of your Government, which has created a stronger pathway into higher education, expanding opportunity, inspiring aspiration and reinforcing the important role education plays in national development.
Your Excellency, this commitment has been matched with bold and tangible action that has led to the construction of new classrooms, the provision of desks, a school feeding programme bringing meals to pupils who once attended school while hungry, and the recruitment of 41,422 teachers, an investment in human capital that will shape Zambia for generations to come.
In the higher education sector, your leadership has equally given renewed hope to students through the restoration of student meal allowances, the expansion of student loans to all public universities and emphasis on internships and work-based learning. These measures have not only eased the financial burden on students and families, but have also strengthened access, equity and retention in higher education, particularly for vulnerable learners whose future depends on sustained public support.
As the Higher Education Authority continues “Ensuring Quality in Higher Education,” we are deeply encouraged by your vision for a more inclusive, educated and empowered Zambia. We remain honoured to play our part in safeguarding quality, strengthening standards and supporting the transformation of higher education in line with the national development agenda.
May this new year of your life be filled with continued good health, wisdom and success as you lead the nation towards greater prosperity and transformation.
Happy Birthday, Mr. President.
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