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Linus Idahosa Hosted by the Founding Father and Former President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda

The CEO of Del-York International, Linus Idahosa was recently hosted by the Founding Father and Former President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda as a guest at the former President’s residence in Lusaka, Zambia.

This was after the Press Briefing and official launch of Del-York International’s Creative Training Program in Lusaka, Zambia. Del-York has entered into a landmark partnership with the Government of Zambia and the Zambian National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) to build capacity for Zambia’s Creative Industry.

He was seen with key stakeholders and senior Government officials in Zambia, among who were, The Director General of the ZNBC Mr. Richard Mwanza; Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. Vincent Mwale; Minister of Tourism Mrs. Jean Kapata; The Chairperson of the Zambian National Arts Council, Mrs. Mulenga Kapwepwe; Nigerian Ambassador to Zambia, Mrs. Sifamu Inu Umoru Momoh and the President of the Zambian International Trade and Investment Company (ZITIC) Mr. Sebastian Kopulande.

This September, Del-York Creative Academy will be selecting 250 of the most creative talents in Film and Media in Zambia for one of the most intensive one-month hands-on training programs anywhere in the world. In the Partnership, the Nations official broadcast agency, ZNBC will be sponsoring 50 of its staff for the training.

Mr. Linus in his address said, “The key factor behind India’s technological revolution were the training institutes it created, which churned out graduates with skills and competencies in IT; this equipped them to significantly contribute to the advancement of the IT industry, created “Brand India” whilst creating a new era of export and revenue growth.

He said, “If Zambia is to fulfil its destiny as a film and media power house in Southern Africa, Zambia too needs a world class institution“.

In 5 years Del-York has successfully trained over 1,200 aspiring and professional filmmakers and media practitioners and flown in 72 lecturers from New York and Los Angeles into Nigeria.

CEO of Del-York International, Mr. Linus Idahosa and The Nigerian Ambassador to Zambia, Mrs  Sifamu Inu Umoru Momoh  heading for the Press briefing.

CEO of Del-York International, Mr. Linus Idahosa and The Nigerian Ambassador to Zambia, Mrs Sifamu Inu Umoru Momoh heading for the Press briefing.

The President of the Zambian International Trade and Investment Company(ZITIC) Mr. Sebastian Kopulande acknowledging guests present at the Press briefing.

The President of the Zambian International Trade and Investment Company(ZITIC) Mr. Sebastian Kopulande acknowledging guests present at the Press briefing.

CEO of Del-York International, Linus Idahosa and founding father of Zambia and former president of Zambia President Kenneth Kaunda taking questions from the Press.

CEO of Del-York International, Linus Idahosa and founding father of Zambia and former president of Zambia President Kenneth Kaunda taking questions from the Press.

L-R. President of ZITIC,Mr. Sebastian Kopulande,CEO of Del-York, Mr. Linus Idahosa, Hon. Minister of Tourism Zambia, Mrs Jean Kapata, Deputy Minister of Tourism Zambia and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism at the Minister's office.

L-R. President of ZITIC,Mr. Sebastian Kopulande,CEO of Del-York, Mr. Linus Idahosa, Hon. Minister of Tourism Zambia, Mrs Jean Kapata, Deputy Minister of Tourism Zambia and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism at the Minister’s office.

Linus Idahosa and President Kenneth Kaunda

Linus Idahosa and former President Kenneth Kaunda

CEO Del-York, Mr. Linus Idahosa and MD UBA Zambia Mr. Stanley Ugwueze

CEO Del-York, Mr. Linus Idahosa and MD UBA Zambia Mr. Stanley Ugwueze

Linus Idahosa and former President Kenneth Kaunda

Linus Idahosa and former President Kenneth Kaunda

Mr. Linus Idahosa

Mr. Linus Idahosa

Linus Idahosa addressing the Press Conference.

Linus Idahosa addressing the Press Conference.

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    Amarachi
    August 5, 2015 at 10:16 pm

    I’m so inspired by this! When one is a blessing to others there is no better fulfilment. Keep the flag flying!

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    Racheal Laye Edward
    August 7, 2015 at 10:17 am

    This is Inspiring!
    May the Lord continuously Bless Ur husband and ur family!

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