Rufunsa District was alive with colour, rhythm, and cultural pride as the 2025 Nkomba Lyanga Traditional Ceremony of the Soli people took center stage in Shikabeta Chiefdom. Held under the inspiring theme “Development Through Hard Work,” this year’s ceremony blended cultural heritage with a powerful message of collective responsibility in shaping the future of rural communities.
This year’s ceremony was graced by the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Gift Sialubalo, who represented President Hakainde Hichilema as the Guest of Honour.
In his keynote address, Hon. Sialubalo called on traditional and civic leaders to adopt systematic, inclusive, and people-driven approaches when setting development priorities.
Rufunsa District was alive with color, rhythm, and cultural pride as the 2025 Nkomba Lyanga Traditional Ceremony of the Soli people took center stage in Shikabeta Chiefdom. Held under the inspiring theme “Development Through Hard Work,” this year’s ceremony blended cultural heritage with a powerful message of collective responsibility in shaping the future of rural communities.This year’s ceremony was graced by the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Gift Sialubalo, who represented President Hakainde Hichilema as the Guest of Honour.
In his keynote address, Hon. Sialubalo called on traditional and civic leaders to adopt systematic, inclusive, and people-driven approaches when setting development priorities.
The event concluded with breathtaking traditional performances—song, dance, drumming, and symbolic rituals that showcased the deep cultural identity of the Soli people. The atmosphere was electric as communities celebrated not just tradition, but their shared vision for progress.
Beyond its rich cultural expression, the Nkomba Lyanga Traditional Ceremony reaffirmed its role as a strategic platform for engaging stakeholders, strengthening partnerships, and aligning community development efforts in Rufunsa and beyond
As Rufunsa continues to grow, ceremonies like Nkomba Lyanga remind us that culture and development must walk hand in hand. Through unity, hard work, and visionary leadership, the district is laying the foundation for a brighter and more inclusive future.