Govt. receives 100 fuel tankers

The Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts has officially received a fleet of 100 fuel tankers from Kinglong Motors Zambia Limited in a landmark ceremony held at the NASDEC Sports Complex in Lusaka. This major development forms part of the government’s ongoing youth empowerment strategy, specifically designed to bridge economic gaps and elevate youth participation in high-value commercial sectors such as petroleum supply and logistics. Speaking during the handover event, Ministry Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe emphasized that the initiative is structured to directly impact up to 12,000 young people nationwide through structured cooperatives and business associations. The deployment of these heavy-duty assets represents a strategic effort to formalize and empower youth groups who have historically lacked capital or access to heavy commercial transport equipment. Mr. Chileshe noted that the administration is committed to ensuring that young citizens move past traditional menial employment and take up substantive roles in critical national supply chains. By equipping youth cooperatives with these mobile economic tools, the government anticipates a tangible boost in localized economic productivity, job creation, and sustainable wealth generation across various provinces. Representing Kinglong Motors Zambia Limited, company officials reaffirmed their dedication to supporting Zambia's industrialization and developmental agenda through robust public-private partnerships. Management highlighted that the 100 mechanical horses and specialized tankers are state-of-the-art assets built to meet rigorous regional safety and operational standards. The manufacturer also pledged continued technical backing and collaborative training initiatives to ensure that the beneficiary cooperatives can successfully navigate the technicalities of petroleum distribution and fleet management. Despite the optimistic outlook presented by state officials and corporate partners, the ambitious prog