You’re going back to Mufumbwe and Kasenseli; you deserve better, Mundubile tells Solwezi youths

NRPUP presidential candidate Brian Mundubile has issued a resounding assurance to the youths of Solwezi, promising a future where they are not merely dispatched to resource-rich areas like Mufumbwe and Kasenseli, but are instead empowered to genuinely benefit from their economic potential. Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd, Mundubile underscored that the young generation deserves more than unfulfilled promises, hinting at historical patterns where local populations, particularly the youth, have often been sidelined in the exploitation of natural resources. This declaration positions youth empowerment and equitable resource distribution as central tenets of his campaign as the nation approaches the pivotal 2026 general elections. Mufumbwe, home to the Kalengwa Mine, and Kasenseli, known for its gold deposits, represent significant economic opportunities in Zambia's North-Western Province. The Kalengwa Mine, which once thrived on copper extraction before its closure in 1978, is reportedly set for a major reopening with investment from Moxico Resources, promising job creation and economic revival for the district. Similarly, the Kasenseli Gold Mine, after being suspended in 2021 due to illegal mining fatalities, was officially re-opened by President Hichilema in November 2024, with a K42 million investment aimed at safety upgrades and local employment, projecting around 500 jobs. Mundubile's message resonates deeply in a region where the promise of mining wealth has often been tempered by concerns over local benefit and sustainable development. The presidential hopeful's emphasis on ensuring that Solwezi youths "deserve better" than simply being sent back to these areas without tangible benefits directly addresses the widespread challenge of youth unemployment in Zambia. With a significant portion of the youth population either unemployed or underemployed, and a high NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) rate, the promise of meaningful engagement in the mi