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In a significant development at State House today, President Hakainde Hichilema hosted a meeting with local and regional leaders of the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church. The event served as a platform to reinforce the partnership between the Zambian government and the SDA Church, highlighting the Church’s influential role in Zambia’s social and developmental landscape.
The meeting was graced by distinguished guests such as Dr. Harrington Akombwa, President of the Southern Africa Indian Ocean Division, and Dr. Terry Shaw, former CEO and advisor at Adventist Health Hospital System USA. Dr. Shaw’s first visit to Zambia underscores the increasing international collaboration and commitment to community development led by the SDA Church.
President Hichilema commended the SDA Church for its tireless efforts in evangelism, education, and healthcare outreach across Zambia. He emphasized the Church’s vital partnership with the government in delivering essential services and uplifting local communities. The SDA Church’s dedication to social welfare continues to make a meaningful impact nationwide.
A special mention was given to the Dorcas Workers, celebrated for their outstanding voluntary community service throughout Zambia. Their efforts reflect the SDA Church’s unwavering commitment to supporting vulnerable groups and strengthening community bonds. The increased focus on community work was applauded as a vital step towards holistic national development.
This meeting reaffirms the government’s commitment to working closely with faith-based organizations like the SDA Church, recognizing their pivotal role in fostering unity, promoting social progress, and supporting the well-being of all Zambians.
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