31/05/2026
The Tourism Council of Zambia joins the nation in mourning the passing of His Royal Highness Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni speaking people.
We not only mourn the loss of a traditional leader but the great loss of an icon of Cultural Heritage Tourism. As we reflect on the legacy of his reign, spanning over four decades, we are in awe of how in his own unique way, he shaped how we celebrated our Heritage through the generations.
He truly was a once in a lifetime , larger than life, kind of human, it has been a privilege to have been witness to how he curated our view of Ngoni Kingdom.
It will be in his fashion choices, his mode of transport or the meticulous rhythm every time he joined the Impis in dance, but we will miss HRH dearly as the Tourism fraternity.
During his reign, the Nćwala Ceremony has become more than a traditional ceremony, it is now a platform of unity. We extend our deepest gratitude to him for his role in preserving our roots.
📸 2026 as part of the Ncwala Ceremony, a pre event to the Zwangedaba Memorial site was included, forever expanding the scope of the ceremony to the Northern circuit. Today, the ceremony is a series of activities stretched over 5 days that brings travelers from near and far. Thousands of Tourists that economically impact Destination Chipata creating and sustaining jobs
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May His Soul Rest In Peace.