President Hakainde Hichilema has been conferred with a Honorary Doctorate in Investment and Enterprise by the University of Lusaka, in recognition of his efforts to champion investment and enterprise development in the country.<\/p>\n
Speaking during a special convocation ceremony in Lusaka, University of Lusaka (UNILUS) Chancellor Caleb Fundanga said President Hichilema\u2019s leadership has promoted fiscal discipline and private sector led growth.<\/p>\n
Dr Fundanga added that economic stability has restored national confidence and promoted investor confidence in the country.<\/p>\n
He added that restoring macro-economic stability has restored the country\u2019s credibility with international financial institutions thereby laying ground for sustainable growth.<\/p>\n
Dr Fundanga also called on members of the public to embrace the 24 hour economy and look at it as a source of employment<\/p>\n
UNILUS Vice Chancellor, Pinalo Chifwanakeni, also recognised the President\u2019s positive\u00a0impact on national policy and economic governance through his extensive experience in investment and enterprise development.<\/p>\n
Prof Chifwanankeni observed that the government has also made steady progress towards supporting Zambian products through local content policies that have opened doors for the local people.<\/p>\n
He added that the coming of the 24 hour economy has challenged his institution to rethink student preparedness and engagement in corporate institutions.<\/p>\n
President Hakainde Hichilema commended the institution on its decision to award him with an Honorary Doctorate in Investment and Enterprise.<\/p>\n
Mr Hichilema went on to dedicate the achievement to the Zambian people that gave him an opportunity to serve through a democratic process.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe humbly accept this honorary PHD from the University, and we dedicate it to the people of Zambia,\u201d said President Hichilema.<\/p>\n
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