GOVERNMENT has officially launched the construction of the 16.3-kilometer Kaongo Road in Kaputa District of Northern Province
The project will be carried out at a cost of 8.2 millionkwacha, with the Zambia National Service (ZNS) as the contractor.
Speaking when he flagged off the construction of the road, Northern Province Permanent Secretary Mr. Bernard Mpundu expressed his expectation that the project will be completed within the designated four-month period.
The Kaongo Road is a vital economic route that connects Nsama and Kaputa districts, as well as linking to Luapula Province.
“This road will not only benefit residents living here, but the entire region by facilitating the delivery of goods and services to marketplaces, and other parts of the province” Mr. Mpundu explained.
The Permanent Secretary noted that two years ago, transporting agricultural produce from the area to other parts of the province was a significant challenge, hence once completed, the challenges will be a thing of the past.
He also emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring that citizens have access to essential services, including good road infrastructure, with minimal challenges.
Meanwhile, Zambia National Service Regional Commander Brigadier General Zipher Tyson Nyirenda assured that the project would be completed within the set timeline.
Issued by:
Sandra Mulenga (Miss)
Northern Province Principal Public Relations Officer
