Chililabombwe Municipal Council has today 5th June 2026 joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day under the theme, “Inspired by Nature for Climate Action; For Our Future.”
The district-wide commemoration was marked by a clean-up exercise held at Kasumbalesa Market, aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and raising awareness on proper waste management.
Speaking during the event, the District Commissioner Mr. Kelly Jibinga emphasized the importance of responsible waste management and environmental protection.
He noted that Chililabombwe District has already experienced the effects of climate change, citing the wash-away of Kakoso Bridge as one of the consequences.
Mr. Jibinga said the choice of Kasumbalesa as the venue was deliberate because it is one of the areas that generates large volumes of waste within the district.
“We have a lot of work to do in educating residents and
traders on the importance of behaviour change and personal responsibility in managing the waste we generate,” he said.
He called on all stakehokders and members of the public to work together in ensuring proper waste disposal and maintaining a clean environment especially at the border.
Delivering the vote of thanks, the Zambia Institute of 
Environmental Chairperson Mr Oswell Kameli commended Chililabombwe District for making deliberate efforts to care for the environment and for actively participating in World Environment Day activities.
“As Environmental Health Practitioners, we are pleased with
the commitment being shown by Chililabombwe District. We remain ready to support all environmental protection initiatives being undertaken in the district,” the Chairperson said.