43 years down the line, Zambia celebrates its independence this 24th October, 2007.
Zambians enjoy 43 years of freedom and democracy since their liberation since 1964 when we fought the British.
However, Zambia is still one of the poorest and the most HIV affected nation is the world. Levels of poverty and Unemployment among young people are extremely high.
The Zambians population is a young one with more than 70% represented by young people of ages 15-25.
Because of high rates of unemployment, young peoples activities are characterized by heavy beer drinking, substance abuse and prostitution.
Regardless of all these facts, Nothing stops a Zambian from Smiling and welcoming a visitor, and that is why Zambians are one of the friendliest people on earth.
Our freedom means a lot to us and every day is a blessing to us.
Happy 43rd independence Cerebration's Zambia.