The Government has welcomed the Second Chance Pathways Initiative, a programme being implemented by the Forum for African Women Educationalists Zambia (FAWEZA), which aims to support 1,550 girls, young women, boys and young men to access transformative education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) by the year 2030.
The initiative will provide opportunities for young people to pursue education and training in selected Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and universities across the country.
Speaking during the unveiling of the FAWEZA National Secretariat House, now named FAWEZA Kabunda Kayongo House, Ministry of Education Director for Secondary Education Yvonne Chuulu delivered remarks on behalf of Permanent Secretary Noriana Muneku. She said the initiative is expected to significantly expand access to quality education and skills development among young people.
Ms. Muneku commended FAWEZA for selecting Zambia as one of the countries implementing Phase Two of the programme following the successful implementation of Phase One in Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia.
She further noted that Kabunda Kayongo House will serve not only as an administrative centre but also as a symbol of resilience, sustainability and continuity for the organisation. She added that the facility represents stability and a renewed commitment to promoting girls’ education.
Speaking at the same event, FAWEZA National Chairperson Enala Mwase said the secretariat has been named Kabunda Kayongo House in honour of Kabunda Kayongo, one of the founding members of the organisation who played a significant role in shaping FAWEZA and advancing the promotion of girls’ education in the country.
Meanwhile, Lena Brahme, daughter of the late Dr. Kayongo, thanked FAWEZA for continuing to grow her mother’s vision and for honouring her legacy through the naming of the secretariat.
By Samuel Mbewe
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