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Republican Vice President Mutale Nalumango has urged Zambians to prioritize disaster preparedness at household and community levels to protect lives, livelihoods and property.
Speaking in Lusaka today during the commemoration of the 2026 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, held under the theme “Resilience Starts at Home,” Ms Nalumango said disaster preparedness begins with individuals and communities taking proactive measures to reduce risks.
Ms Nalumango stressed the importance of taking early warning messages seriously, building in safe areas, protecting the environment and ensuring that no one is left behind in disaster preparedness efforts.
She said the country’s pursuit of the Grow Zambia Agenda requires building a resilient nation where communities are adequately prepared for disasters, infrastructure is protected and development gains are safeguarded.
The Vice President emphasized that resilience starts with every individual, urging citizens to take the necessary steps today to protect lives and secure the future.
She called on Zambians to embrace a culture of preparedness and collective responsibility in reducing disaster risks and strengthening community resilience.
