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The 3rd Junior National Council session commenced today.

Officially opening the session, Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged the young MPs to engage passionately in their discussions, emphasising that their contributions would shape the future of the country.

Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has encouraged young people to use their digital literacy to explore opportunities around the world on the internet and social media platforms.