Brenda Mwika Tambatamba

“I am here to serve the people of Kasempa as long as they seek my support. This commitment extends to other forms of service, both within this region and across the nation. I have previously contributed at various levels, including leadership in NGOs and roles in public service, such as serving as Vice Chairperson of the Zambia Tourism Board. Currently, as the UPND MP, I am honored to be Kasempa’s first female representative, working to advance the needs and aspirations of this great community.”

“Since taking office in 2016, I have achieved several key developments through effective use of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). In 2017, I formed a well-balanced CDF Committee with a woman as vice chairperson. With CDF support, we have renovated and built several 1x2 classroom blocks and funded the completion of the previously stalled Lwamadamba Market. We completed an ablution facility at Kasempa Bus Station, and under my leadership, classrooms at Lufupa Secondary School have also been completed.”

“Kasempa faces significant challenges, including poor road infrastructure connecting it to key markets like Lusaka and districts in the Western Province. Many major feeder roads are in disrepair and difficult to navigate. For example, the Nyoka road, which serves over five wards, is in such poor condition that it poses serious risks to residents' safety.”

“As the MP for Kasempa, my goal through advocacy and lobbying is to push the Government to prioritize and deliver on crucial infrastructure projects, such as upgrading the Kasempa–Kaoma and Kasempa–Mumbwa roads to bitumen standards. This aligns with the Government's assurances under the Link Zambia initiative.”

“I was inspired by the efforts we made together as family and supporters in Lumwana, which brought smiles to people’s faces. Although progress was slow, we started to raise awareness among the smaller mining communities around Kasempa. For me, it has felt like a calling since childhood.”