Ruto, Mnangagwa Congratulate Hichilema, Call for Regional Cooperation

By Honester Mshoka Foreign Heads of State have called for stronger regional cooperation and economic transformation as President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA begins his second term of office. Kenyan President WILLIAM RUTO says Zambia’s next five years should build on the economic gains recorded during President HICHILEMA’s first term and deliver greater prosperity for citizens. Speaking during President HICHILEMA’s inauguration in Lusaka, President RUTO has also called for fair competition among African countries and respect for the rule of law and national unity. And Zimbabwean President EMMERSON MNANGAGWA said President HICHILEMA’s re-election demonstrates the confidence Zambians have placed in his leadership, pledging continued cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. President MNANGAGWA is confident that President HICHILEMA will lead Zambia towards greater prosperity and unity. Meanwhile, Representing the African Union, HILDAH SUKA–MAFUDZE said the AU is confident that ZAMBIA will transform it’s economy during President HICHILEMA’s second mandate.