Vice President G. KUNDA MAKES A GOOD CALL.

Let’s increase investment in agriculture’

VICE-PRESIDENT George Kunda has called for increased investment in agriculture and rural infrastructure to enhance economic growth. Mr Kunda says higher agriculture output will ensure food security and poverty reduction.

He said this during a debate at the 13th African Union Heads of State and Government Summit in Sirte Libya.
Mr Kunda said the Zambian government has prioritised agriculture because of the many economic benefits from the sector.
He said government wants the School of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Zambia to become a centre of excellence in coordinating sustainable land and water management.

Mr Kunda said government has also put in place favourable policies and conditions aimed at encouraging investment in the agriculture sector. He regretted that Africa appears to be the worst hunger affected region in the developing world.
Mr Kunda challenged leaders at the summit to individually and collectively turn agriculture into an engine for food security and poverty reduction in Africa. The summit which ended yesterday was being held under the theme, "Invest in Agriculture for Economic Growth and Food Security." - ZNBC