REPUBLICAN President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA has promoted a number of deserving Zambia Army Officers and Warrant Officers Class Two to their next ranks.
This is in recognition of their service and dedication to duty.
President HICHILEMA is Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Force.
At a colourful rank insignia pinning-on ceremony held at Army Headquarters yesterday, January 2, 2026, Zambia Army Commander Lieutenant General GEOFFREY ZYEELE conveyed the President’s congratulatory message to the newly promoted General Grade Officers.
General ZYEELE urged the General Grade Officers to remain steadfast in their loyalty to the system and the government, while upholding the highest standards of military professionalism.
He challenged both the men and women General Grade Officers to demonstrate competence, leadership, and discipline commensurate with their elevated responsibilities.
One after another, the General Grade Officers, some donning red goudgets for the very first time, marched smartly before the Army Commander and Deputy Army Commander and Chief of Staff, Major General LUSWEPO SINYINZA.
The two stood ready to pin the rank insignia upon the shoulders of the General Grade Officers.
Notable among the promoted are four Women Officers, one elevated to the rank of Brigadier General, and three to the rank of Colonel, a significant milestone in the Army’s ongoing pursuit of gender inclusivity and equal opportunity within the Defence Force.
And Adjutant General Brigadier General BEN BANDA described the promotions as well deserved, attributing them to the Officers’ hard work, dedication, and consistent service.
General BANDA reminded the newly promoted to continue upholding the values of professionalism and discipline that define the Zambia Army.
In a related development, a colourful parade was conducted at Arakan Barracks parade square, where newly promoted Officers from the rank of Lieutenant to Lieutenant Colonel, and Warrant Officers Class One were formally decorated with their new ranks.
Brigadier General (Dr) GOLDEN NG’ANDWE, who graced the parade, congratulated the Officers and encouraged them to discharge their duties with diligence and renewed commitment to service.
