New members and a chairperson have been elected for the management committee of the Zambezi Regional Council.

Matengu Simushi of the Swapo Party and Councillor of the Katima Rural Constituency has been re-elected chairperson of the Zambezi Regional Council's Management Committee.

In his address, Simushi urged fellow councillors to prioritize unity of purpose and development, regardless of their political affiliation.

Other members of the management committee include Bernard Sisamu from the Swapo Party, who is the Councillor of Kabbe North Constituency, and Ivan Kabunga, an Independent Candidate and Councillor of the Linyanti Constituency.

The Regional Governor, Lawrence Sampofu, also attended the occasion and encouraged councillors to actively engage with their respective constituencies and focus on delivering services by providing valuable information and resources to the communities.

Magistrate Malilo Mwilima presided over the election, which was attended by various councillors and stakeholders.