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Rupiah salutes SA-Zambia ties

Rupiah salutes SA-Zambia ties
By Masuzyo Chakwe
Sat 04 Dec. 2010, 04:01 CAT

PRESIDENT Banda says Zambia and South Africa have been exemplary in their belief in democratic governance and the rule of law.

In a statement released by State House chief analyst for press and public relations Charles Kachikoti, President Banda said the two countries had been in the forefront to seek solutions to conflicts and political crises not only in the SADC sub-region but also on the African continent as a whole.

He said Zambia greatly appreciated the economic relations that continued to exist between the two countries.

“South Africa remains Zambia’s largest single trading partner with several South African companies and business people involved in the mining, agricultural, transport, tourism, trade and other industries in Zambia. In this way, most Zambians would be able to access South African expertise in various fields as we endeavour to better the livelihoods of our people, particularly in the rural areas,” he said during a state banquet held in his honour during his visit to South Africa on Thursday evening,

He said just as the two countries collaborated in the fight against colonialism, Zambia and South Africa must continue to work hand-in-hand to win the struggle for the economic emancipation of the continent and the improvement of the living standards of the people.
President Banda also congratulated President Zuma’s government and the people of South Africa for successfully hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

“You publicly demonstrated to the world that Africa can successfully host any international event and even make it better. I was personally very impressed with the organisation of the games and the infrastructure built. You made Africa proud,” said President Banda.

Labels: RUPIAH BANDA, SOUTH AFRICA

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