COMMUNICATION TOWER LAUNCH IN NGABWE LUFUBU CONSTITUENCY IN CENTRAL PROVINCE -7th September 2025
The residents of Ngabwe, Lufubu Constituency, located in Chief Munkumbwe’s Chiefdom in Zambia’s Central Province, have started reaping benefits from the construction and launch of a telecommunication tower. This development will enhance connectivity, bridge the digital divide, foster economic growth, and integrate sustainable infrastructure to meet the demands of modern technologies.
Key Benefits of Telecommunication Towers
1. Improved Network Coverage
Telecommunication towers extend wireless signals across wide areas, ensuring residents have uninterrupted access to calls, messaging, and internet services. Their strategic placement maximizes coverage across the constituency.
2. Increased Network Capacity
Rising mobile phone usage often congests networks, resulting in poor speeds and dropped calls. Towers boost network capacity, enabling faster internet, reliable calls, and seamless communication even during peak usage.
3. Reliable Emergency Communications
In times of crisis, towers facilitate swift communication between emergency services and affected communities. With resilience to harsh weather and backup power systems, they remain functional during power outages.
4. Connectivity for Remote Areas
Remote and underserved communities gain access to dependable network services through towers. This allows residents to stay connected to opportunities, resources, and loved ones outside their immediate environment.
Minister of Technology and Science, Hon. Felix Chipota Mutati MP, officiated at the launch and highlighted the importance of the new communication tower in improving healthcare services, particularly in theatre operations and collaboration among doctors.
Announced that, in addition to this tower, three more towers will be constructed to enhance coverage across Ngabwe District.
Emphasized that the tower will enable:
Easier access to mobile money services.
Fertilizer purchases and other transactions via mobile platforms.
Improved learning and research opportunities.
Assured the community that the government will continue to prioritize Ngabwe as a new district by expanding service delivery.
Reaffirmed his 2021 campaign promise, noting that today’s launch is proof of government commitment.
Zamtel Representative – Mr. Sikutwe
Announced that this launch is part of 163 sites being rolled out nationwide.
Stated that the tower will enable people to learn, transact, and innovate anywhere.
Reinforced the benefits of enhanced mobile money services and reliable communication for businesses and farmers.
ZICTA Representative – Mr. Fidelis Moonga Makala
Noted that the tower is part of Phase 3, which involves the construction of 51 new communication towers.
Confirmed that another tower is being constructed a few kilometres away to further reduce the digital divide.
Outlined key benefits:
Increased access to mobile money services for financial inclusion.
Support for research and e-learning.
Strengthened healthcare communications through universal health connectivity.
Shared progress on upgrades: two towers upgraded from 2G to 4G, with more upgrades planned.
Coverage will now serve 999 households (approx. 5,500 people) in Ngabwe.
Urged the community to safeguard and use the tower wisely.
Lusaka Telecom Solutions – Mr. Gilbert Chintu
Emphasized that the tower provides an opportunity to change lives.
Noted the use of youth subcontractors, helping reduce unemployment and engage university graduates.
Confirmed that 51 towers are being constructed in collaboration with ZICTA, with strong community involvement.
Dr. K. Mwila – Hospital In-Charge
Highlighted the tower’s importance in healthcare, stressing that effective communication can mean the difference between life and death.
Welcomed the tower as a tool to ease consultations and referrals in healthcare.
Council Chairperson – Mr. Kalebuka
Stated that the tower is a critical step towards bridging the digital divide.
District Commissioner (DC)
Acknowledged past communication challenges in Ngabwe.
Stressed that the new tower will bring significant improvements, especially as digital services become essential in daily life.
Requested additional towers to meet the growing demand.
Member of Parliament (MP)
Thanked the government for delivering on campaign promises.
Expressed gratitude on behalf of the people of Kataneka, who gave 100% support to the President.
Requested an accelerated pace of development and the construction of two more urgent towers.
Urged residents to protect the tower and continue supporting government initiatives.
Key Highlights of the Launch:Coverage will directly benefit 5,500 people across 999 households.
Towers will enhance healthcare, education, financial inclusion, farming, and business growth.
The project is part of a nationwide effort (over 160 towers) to bridge the digital divide and empower rural communities.
