Govt should plan ahead of disasters – Chipata activist

Chipata based civil rights activist Alick Mwanza says it is important for government to plan ahead for disasters and avoid being reactive.

Mr. Mwanza says it is unfortunate that leaders in the country only wake up when a disaster has occurred.

He has advised government to conduct a countrywide assessment of areas prone to rain related disasters and take necessary steps instead of waiting for a disaster to occur.

Mr. Mwanza says government should particularly focus on assessing compounds and townships in order to prevent avoidable disasters.

Mr. Mwanza has however commended President Edgar Lungu for visiting the people in Lusaka’s Bauleni Township in the aftermath of the rainstorm and giving them hope that government cares for them.

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