Zambia Leads Call for Conflict Prevention | Zambia News

Zambia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 31, 2026 · 1m

Zambia is calling for a continental shift in Africa’s peace strategy—prioritizing conflict prevention over crisis response, arguing it’s cheaper, more humane, and far more effective. Ambassador Elias Munshya, speaking on behalf of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema, urged African nations to invest in early warning systems and mediation to nip tensions in the bud. While the AU Peace Fund has already allocated $31 million, Zambia wants even greater funding and a stronger push for African-led security solutions, emphasizing that lasting peace must come from within the continent. Listen in…