HON. ROBERT CHABINGA WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
United Kingdom, 8th December 2024. Zambian opposition leader Robert Chabinga has been recognized as the Distinctive Visionary Leader of the Year at the Global Leadership Forum. This prestigious award is a testament to Chabinga’s outstanding leadership and vision for Zambia’s digital transformation.
In his remarks, Chabinga emphasized the importance of balancing digital advancements in developing economies. He highlighted Zambia’s National Digital Transformation Strategy (2023-2027), which aims to create a digital economy by integrating digital technologies across all industries.
Chabinga also acknowledged the progress Zambia has made in improving its digital infrastructure, including broadband coverage, communication towers, and data centers. He noted that digital financial services and platforms have also grown significantly in the country.
As the opposition leader, Chabinga stressed the need to address gaps in digital access and provide digital literacy programs to equip citizens with the necessary skills. He also called for government subsidies and incentives to reduce the cost of digital devices and internet services for low-income households.
Chabinga concluded by emphasizing the need for developing nations to receive financial support from industrialized nations to establish digital infrastructure and keep up with rapidly advancing artificial intelligence technology.
Robert Chabinga is a Zambian politician who has been serving as the Leader of the Opposition since November 2023. He is also the acting president of the Patriotic Front (PF) party and has been a member of parliament for the Mafinga constituency.
Notable figures in
attendance at the Global Leadership Forum, where Zambian opposition leader Robert Chabinga was awarded the Distinctive Visionary Leader of the Year award, included:
– Bell Ribeiro-Addy, Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom, who joined fellow leaders in recognizing Chabinga. – *Ameenah Gurib-Fakim*, Former President of Mauritius, who participated virtually, underscoring the global nature of the event.
– *Dr. Martha Namdjebo-Tilahun*, Chairperson of the United Africa Group, who was also in attendance, highlighting the importance of African leadership in global forums.
Ameenah Gurib-Fakim – Former President of Mauritius (Virtual attendee) Dr. Martha Namdjebo-Tilahun. – Chairperson of the United Africa Group
These distinguished guests, among others, gathered to acknowledge Chabinga’s achievements and discuss pressing global issues.