Lusaka, Zambia – In a major boost for higher education, President Hakainde Hichilema visited Ridgeway Campus to inspect the ongoing construction of four ultra-modern student hostels, a transformative project set to accommodate over 1,300 students upon completion.
🏠 Addressing the Accommodation Crisis
With a current student population of 5,700, Ridgeway Campus faces a 3,000-bed deficit, leaving thousands of students struggling to secure affordable housing. The new hostels—slated for completion early next year—will significantly ease this burden, offering:
✅ Modern, comfortable living spaces
✅ Enhanced security and amenities
✅ A conducive environment for academic excellence
💬 What People Are Saying
President Hichilema emphasized the government’s commitment to education infrastructure, stating, “Investing in our students is investing in Zambia’s future. These hostels are just the beginning.”
Students and faculty have welcomed the development, with many taking to social media to express their excitement:
📢 “Finally! No more long commutes just to attend lectures.” – @StudentLifeZM
📢 “This is the change we voted for! #ProgressWithHH” – @FutureLeader
📈 Why This Matters
🔹 Education Reform: Part of the UPND government’s broader plan to improve tertiary education access.
🔹 Economic Impact: Construction projects create jobs and stimulate local businesses.
🔹 Student Welfare: Safe, affordable housing boosts academic performance and retention rates.
📲 Share Your Thoughts!
Are you a student at Ridgeway Campus? How will these new hostels impact your studies? Comment below or tag a friend who needs to see this! 👇
🔗 #EducationForAll #ZambiaRising #HHWorks #CampusDevelopment #RidgewayHostels
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