President Hichilema Salutes Dr Monze’s Exemplary Public Service

President Hakainde Hichilema has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Southern Province Permanent Secretary, Dr. Namani Monze, describing him as an exemplary public servant whose career was marked by unwavering integrity, profound commitment, and genuine humility. Dr. Monze, who passed away recently at the age of 52, was a pivotal figure in the provincial administration, overseeing the implementation of government policies and coordinating crucial development programmes across the Southern Province. His dedication to duty and the welfare of the Zambian people has been widely acknowledged across various sectors. Dr. Monze's tenure as Permanent Secretary was characterized by a steadfast focus on enhancing public service delivery and fostering development at the grassroots level. He worked tirelessly with various ministries, local authorities, and stakeholders to spearhead initiatives that directly impacted the lives of ordinary citizens. Notably, he played a significant role in the development of ophthalmology within Zambia's health sector and provided crucial leadership in actualizing government programmes in the Southern Province. His efforts extended to mobilizing traditional leaders and livestock farmers in Namwala District to spearhead cooperative-driven beef export zones, demonstrating his commitment to economic empowerment and rural development. The President's eulogy underscores the high regard in which Dr. Monze was held within government circles and beyond. His passing has been met with profound sorrow, with many within the Civil Service remembering him as a dedicated professional with extensive experience in public administration. The Secretary to the Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa, confirmed Dr. Monze's passing at Choma General Hospital following an illness and conveyed the government's condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. The government has further honored Dr. Monze by according him an official funeral and declaring a day of national mourning, a