Fred M’membe Discusses Role of Paramount Chiefs in Zambia

Fred M’membe, writing in the Zambian Observer, has initiated a public discussion regarding the historical and institutional standing of Chief Mukuni and the Leya people in Zambia, emphasizing their long-standing presence and significance in the region. The article highlights that Chief Mukuni represents an ancient and revered institution, with the Leya people having inhabited the Zambezi stretch for centuries, predating the establishment of Livingstone town, the railway, and the bridge. This commentary serves to underscore the deep historical roots and traditional authority associated with Chief Mukuni and the Leya community.