22/11/2025
We are deeply humbled and filled with gratitude to receive an Honorary Doctorate in Agribusiness from Mulungushi University at a ceremony held today at Mulungushi International Conference Centre.
We dedicate this honour to Zambia’s hardworking farmers and to our national belief in agriculture as both a livelihood and a business.
When supported by knowledge and technology, farming is not merely a means of survival, it is a viable, wealth-creating enterprise.
Agriculture must continue to evolve through science and modern, smart farming practices such as climate-smart production, irrigation and water development, value addition, and agro-processing, among others. Innovation is not optional; it is the key to food security, resilience, and competitiveness.
Our young people must not view agriculture as backward, dirty, or a last resort. It is a life-changing investment, a modern industry that rewards creativity, intelligence, and innovation.
As we look to the future, we call on our universities to lead the way through advanced research, cutting-edge innovation, and strong industry partnerships, so that together we can transform agriculture and secure a prosperous future for our nation.
Hakainde Hichilema,
President of the Republic of Zambia.