Petauke Member of Parliament Emmanuel Banda has embarked on an ambitious education sponsorship programe to empower vulnerable students in his constituency.
The scholarship has resulted in 200 students getting admitted to Supershine and Northend universities which are affiliated to Chalimbana University with 100% sponsorship.
In an interview with new Zambia, Mr Banda said he wants to ensure the rural population gets the same educational support and opportunities just like other students in urban areas.
“Education is the key and if you want to transform an area, education and mindset change is key” Mr Banda said.
He said he wants to set an example to other students that through determination and focus, they can be and do anything.
He said its unfortunate that majority of the vulnerable school leavers with exceptional results have not had an opportunity to get into University, but expressed confidence that the issue will now be a thing of the past.