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By CHALI MULENGA

Livingstone

The student loan application window has opened, and a prominent entrepreneur and businessman in Livingstone is urging young people to take full advantage of it, alongside other government-backed empowerment programmes.

Evans Fenete said many youths across the country are missing out on life-changing opportunities due to lack of information or failure to act.

“The student loan is an important opportunity for young people who want to pursue higher education but lack financial support. I urge all eligible youths to apply and invest in their future,” Mr. Fenete said.

Mr. Fenete, who has built a successful career in business and entrepreneurship, highlighted the IMISEPELA initiative as a platform offering a wide range of opportunities, including jobs, funding, grants, investment prospects, and skills development programmes targeted at youths across the country.

He praised President Hakainde Hichilema, saying the head of state “means well” and has put in place several measures to empower young people, including financing, business support, and digital skills development.

“IMISEPELA is a key tool for addressing unemployment and equipping young people to actively participate in Zambia’s economic growth,” Mr. Fenete said.

He further encouraged youths to explore opportunities under Smart Zambia, which facilitates access to education financing, entrepreneurship support, and other digital platforms aimed at empowering young people.

Mr. Fenete emphasized that accessing these programmes is not automatic. Young people must take initiative, stay informed, and act decisively to benefit from them.

“Opportunities are available, but they will only help you if you step forward and make use of them,” he said.

He also urged parents, guardians, and community leaders to support youths in applying for the student loan and other empowerment schemes, stressing that such programmes are critical for Zambia’s long-term development.


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