Luapula Province is on the verge of a historic milestone, with cassava production projected to surpass 1.2 million tonnes in 2026, its highest output on record. This achievement not only cements Luapula’s role as Zambia’s leading cassava producer but also signals a remarkable transformation in the province’s economic landscape. According to official data, Luapula is expected to outpace all other provinces in cassava output, underscoring the success of strategic initiatives aimed at diversifying the region’s economy beyond its fishing roots. Emmanuel Maseko, Public Relations Officer for Luapula Province, told Zambian Business Times (ZBT) that this unprecedented harvest represents the culmination...
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