National Council of Student Unions - Nacosu

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𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐔 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐂𝐔 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐄𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐘 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐔𝐌𝐁𝐈

The National Council of Students’ Union (NACOSU) this morning joined the bereaved family, students, and management of the Information and Communications University (ICU) at the burial procession of the late Eddify Chikumbi, an ICU student who tragically lost his life in a fatal Road Traffic Accident (RTA).

NACOSU was represented by its Spokesperson, Mr. Banabas Mwanza, who attended the burial to convey the Council’s condolences and stand in solidarity with the ICU community during this difficult time.

The Council described the passing of Mr. Chikumbi as a painful loss to the student fraternity and the nation at large. NACOSU reiterated its concern over the increasing number of young lives lost through road traffic accidents and urged all road users, especially students, to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations.

NACOSU further called on the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) and other stakeholders to strengthen road safety education and enforcement measures to protect young people.

The National Council of Students’ Union extends its deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fellow students of the late Eddify Chikumbi.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Issued by:
Banabas Mwanza
Spokesperson
National Council of Students’ Union (NACOSU)

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Today, Government and private sector partners signed landmark Concession Agreements for three transformative projects: the Chirundu Border and Auxiliary Infrastructure Project, the Kimiswalo Border and Road Project, and the Mulungushi University Student Accommodation and Supporting Infrastructure Project.

The ceremony, held at Mulungushi International Conference Centre from 15:00 to 16:30 hours, was witnessed by senior government officials including Minister of Finance and National Planning Hon. Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, MP, Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Hon. Mulenga Chipoka, MP, Minister of Education Hon. Douglas Syakalima, MP, and Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Hon. Charles Lubasi Milupi, MP.

Key highlights for Mulungushi University:

Under the Public-Private Partnership framework, Government signed an MoU with Swift Safety Concessionaires Limited to construct:
19,000-bed capacity student hostels for both the Kabwe Main Campus and the Livingstone Campus.
A modern Teaching Hospital Facility to support medical training and healthcare delivery.
A modern Stadium with running tracks at Main Campus, positioning Mulungushi University as the preferred host for most ZUSA Games.

Speaking during the vote of thanks, the National Council of Students Union (NACOSU) Central Province Coordinator, who also serves as the Mulungushi University Student Union President, expressed profound gratitude to President Hakainde Hichilema and the New Dawn Government for prioritizing student welfare and infrastructure development.

“For years, accommodation has been the biggest challenge facing students at Mulungushi University. Today, that story changes. The 19,000-bed capacity project means no student will be left behind. The Teaching Hospital will transform how we train our doctors, and the modern Stadium cements our place as the home of university sports in Zambia. This is what a listening government looks like,” he said.

The Student Union President further commended the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Education, and Mulungushi University Management led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Roy Mukwena for driving the PPP agenda to actualization. He assured Government of the student body’s commitment to safeguarding the facilities and using them to advance academic and sporting excellence.

The signed agreements mark a major milestone in Zambia’s infrastructure and education sectors, directly aligning with the Zambia Vision 2030 Development Agenda and the President’s commitment to human capital development.

𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐋 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 (𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐔).

Kitwe | 6 May 2026

Today we are putting to rest our beloved Garant students from the Mighty Mulungushi University, whose lives were tragically lost in the Road Traffic Accident.

We mourn not just students, but future leaders whose dreams were cut short. Rest in power, comrades. Your memory lives on in us.

NACOSU extends profound gratitude to the Copperbelt Province NACOSU team for standing with the bereaved. Special thanks to our Two Vice Chairmen, Hon. Lloyd Nsonga and Hon. Given Chipewo, for their leadership and presence during this difficult time.

We also recognize Mulungushi University Students Union President, Mr. David Banda, for his steadfast leadership and courage throughout this tragedy.

Our appreciation further goes to NACOSU Consultant, Mr. Edgar Silwimba, for his guidance and unwavering support to the student movement in this hour of grief.

Go well, comrades. Aluta Continua.

Issued by: NACOSU Secretariat

Approved: NACOSU Special Devision Unity

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