George Mwanza
George Mwanza | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Chipata | |
| Assumed office 13 August 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Alex Tembo |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Chipata, Zambia |
| Political party | Independent |
George Mwanza (born 1994) is a Zambian politician and the current Mayor of Chipata, Zambia’s 5th city. He was elected to the position in August 2021, becoming the youngest Zambian elected to the position of mayor since Independence in 1964.[1][2][3]
Early life
[edit]Mwanza was born in 1994 in Chipata, Eastern Province. He attended Chizongwe Technical High School.[4]
In 2023, Mwanza survived a road accident during a visit to Petauke.[5][6]
Politics
[edit]During the August 2021 elections in Zambia, Mwanza was elected as Mayor of Chipata, the capital of Zambia's Eastern Province. He was elected on an independent ticket.[7][8]
Mwanza is also a member of the Young Elected Officials of Africa Network where in October 2022, he was elected Vice-President for Southern Africa.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ https://www.lusakatimes.com/2023/05/05/government-committed-to-universal-health-coverage/ Government committed to universal health coverage - Mwanza - Lusaka Times
- ^ "A young mayor ignites a city and youthful dreams". The Independent Uganda. 2023-10-05. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Jones, Amelia (2024-02-07). "Chipata Mayor applauds readiness for School Reopening from feb". News Invasion 24. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "Chipata City Council – CCC Official Site". www.chipatacouncil.gov.zm. Archived from the original on 2024-05-19. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "Zambia : Chipata Mayor George Mwanza evacuated to UTH for specialist treatment". Lusaka Times. 2023-01-14. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "PETAUKE ACCIDENT CLAIMS ONE LIFE, LEAVES CHIPATA MAYOR NURSING INJURIES - Diamond Media". 2023-01-13. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ Gaelle (2023-06-30). "George Mwanza: The Vocal and Competent Young Mayor of Chipata - UCLGA". Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "Zambia's Youngest Mayor Encourages Youth in Politics". www.voaafrica.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "George Mwanza".