Ukusefya Pangw’ena date set

(ZANIS ) The 2024 Ukusefya Pangw’ena traditional ceremony of the Bemba people will be held from 8th to 10th August.

Bemba Royal Establishment  Spokesperson, JAMES MULENGA  has announced that  the ceremony will be held in Ngwena village  in Mungwi District.

Mr MULENGA has since urged the people in the province and across the country to attend the year’s spectacular event.

He said this during the first preparatory meeting at the Ngwena Arena in Mungwi District.

And the Ukusefya Pangw’ena Northern Province Organizing Committee has disclosed that President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA is expected to grace this year’s ceremony.

Provincial Committee Chairperson, NAVNIT PATEL said that 45 dignitaries, who include chiefs among others, have been invited to attend the ceremony.

Meanwhile, Acting Northern Province Permanent Secretary, BEAUTY PHIRI said the Government will continue working with the traditional leadership to foster the preservation and growth of traditional ceremonies in the country.

She added that traditional ceremonies play a vital role in fostering traditions to the outside world.