Salima District Council has elected councill or Chifungo Katoweka as chairperson and Alena Pelete as  deputy council chairperson.

In his acceptance speech, Katoweka said he will work with fellow councillors to ensure projects are implemented.

“There are projects yet to be completed, including Salima Stadium and rehabilitation of some roads. As a council chairperson, I will ensure that the projects are completed,” he said.

Katoweka asked the council secretariat to improve on transparency and accountability.

Chirwa puts a cap on Katoweka’s head
as part of his installation

“Salima, as a tourism district, has the potential to develop if resources are put to their right use,” he said.

The outgoing council chairperson Letani Mthaphwi wished the new leadership well and pledged his support if needed.

Salima district commissioner Grace Chirwa also pledged to work with the new leadership.

“As a secretariat, we will support you in implementing projects in the district,” she said.

One of the residents, Dalitso Gome warned the new leadership against politicising development.

“They should not favour some constituencies, but share the cake equally,” he said.

Another resident Shyreen Ngongonda said she expected the new council to work with local structures to champion the rights of girls.

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