During a working visit to Dumfries House, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and the First Lady participated in a high-level roundtable discussion hosted by the King’s Foundation. The session focused on sustainable community building, practical education, skills training, and environmental stewardship.
President Hichilema expressed gratitude to His Majesty King Charles III for highlighting the Foundation’s global model in these areas. The roundtable also included Baroness Smith, the UK Minister for Skills, offering a platform to discuss practical strategies for education reform and skills development.
The Zambian delegation emphasized key national priorities, including modernizing curricula to align with economic needs, addressing climate change, and equipping young people with skills for employment and entrepreneurship. These discussions aimed to foster partnerships that support knowledge transfer, investment in human capital, and new opportunities for Zambians.
The visit also included a tour of the Dumfries Estate, providing an opportunity to explore the Foundation’s programs firsthand. President Hichilema highlighted the importance of shaping an education system that prepares children for the future and strengthens an economy that delivers prosperity for all citizens.
This engagement reflects Zambia’s commitment to global collaboration in education and skills development, ensuring practical solutions translate into measurable benefits for the nation.