Mukamambo II Girls Triumph In 2025 World Environment Day Debate
Mukamambo II Girls Secondary School has clinched first place in the 2025 World Environment Day Secondary Inter-School Debate Competition, outshining Matipula Secondary School, who secured the second position in a tightly contested final.
Held under the global theme “Ending Plastic Pollution”, this year’s event brought together schools across Chongwe District in a spirited intellectual contest that highlighted the importance of environmental awareness and youth advocacy.
Chongwe Secondary and Chalimbana Secondary finished third and fourth respectively, rounding out a vibrant debate that showcased students’ knowledge, passion, and oratory skills on environmental sustainability.
In the Primary Schools category, Chongwe Primary School emerged as champions, edging past Matipula Primary School in a close-run competition.
The event was organized by the Civil Society for Poverty Reduction (CSPR) in partnership with Hivos Zambia and the Kasisi Agricultural Training Center. The initiative aimed to promote environmental consciousness among young people while enhancing their public speaking skills.
Chongwe District Education Standards Officer, Ms. Pricilla Mwanza, applauded the organizers for their efforts in engaging students in meaningful discourse on environmental challenges.
“This debate not only helps learners grasp critical environmental issues, but also builds their confidence and strengthens their communication skills,” Ms. Mwanza said.
CSPR Acting Programme Lead for Climate and Environmental Justice, Mr. Martin Sichilima, used the platform to call on residents of Chongwe to take greater responsibility in safeguarding their natural environment.
“Protecting our environment starts with each one of us. We must reduce plastic waste and adopt more sustainable practices in our daily lives,” he urged.
Speaking on behalf of Chongwe District Commissioner Evans Lupiya, District Fisheries and Livestock Coordinator Dr. Francis Mwanza stressed the role of schools in leading the charge for environmental stewardship.
“Educational institutions must become catalysts for environmental change. This debate demonstrates how schools can inspire action and foster responsible citizenship among the youth,” Dr. Mwanza said.
The event concluded with calls for continued collaboration among government, civil society, and communities to ensure that environmental education remains a key part of school activities.
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