Shiwang’andu Town Council has handed over 10 Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects that were constructed at a cost over K7.4 million.
Speaking during the ceremony, District Commissioner, Maureen Bwembya said the development signifies hope, progress, and improved public service delivery for local residents.
Ms Bwembya noted that CDF has brought meaningful development closer to the grassroots.
She has since thanked President Hakainde Hichilema for his visionary leadership and for increasing the CDF allocation, which is spearheading community development.
Ms Bwembya stated that the enhanced funds are transforming lives across the district through upgraded infrastructure, secondary school bursaries, skills training, and empowerment grants for women and youths.
“Today, because of CDF, our children are learning in better classrooms, communities are benefiting from improved infrastructure, and our youths are gaining opportunities through empowerment and skills training,” Ms Bwembya said.
Meanwhile, Shiwang’andu Constituency Development Fund Committee (CDFC) Chairperson, Mark Harvey emphasized the need for good workmanship in all public projects.