NANCY SIAME, Lusaka
WASTE management is an industry which can create jobs and other business opportunities if fully explored through innovation, President Edgar Lungu has said.
President Lungu has since encouraged Zambians to explore ventures in managing garbage because it generates wealth.
Speaking to journalists after touring Chunga Dumpsite yesterday, the President said the management of waste in Zambia should be harnessed.
“We need to add value to trash. At State House, we have a beautiful bench which was made by some small-scale [business] in the waste management industry.
“Waste management is an industry, so let us work at our innovations and CLICK TO READ MORE

President Edgar Chagwa Lungu (centre) addresses the media after touring the Chunga Dump Site in Lusaka on Monday,June 15,2020. PICTURE BY SALIM HENRY/STATE HOUSE ©2020