Credo Nanjuwa
Hon. Credo Nanjuwa | |
|---|---|
| Member of the National Assembly for Mumbwa | |
| Assumed office 11 August 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Brian Chituwo |
| Provincial Minister for Southern Province | |
| Assumed office 25 September 2023 | |
| President | Hakainde Hichilema |
| Preceded by | Cornelius Mweetwa |
| Provincial Minister for Central Province | |
| In office 27 August 2021 – 25 September 2023 | |
| President | Hakainde Hichilema |
| Preceded by | Sydney Mushanga |
| Succeeded by | Princess Kasune |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 11, 1969 |
| Nationality | Zambian |
| Political party | United Party for National Development |
| Profession | Businessman, Politician |
Credo Nanjuwa (born 11 September 1969) is a Zambian businessman and politician. He has served as the Member of Parliament for Mumbwa constituency since 2016 and is the current Provincial Minister for Southern Province.[1]
Early life and education
Nanjuwa was born on 11 September 1969. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Business and listed his profession as a businessman before entering politics.[1]
Political career
Nanjuwa was first elected to parliament in the 2016 general election as the United Party for National Development (UPND) candidate for Mumbwa constituency.[2] He retained the seat in the 2021 general election, again representing the UPND.[3]
On 27 August 2021, President Hakainde Hichilema appointed him as Provincial Minister for Central Province.[1][4] He served in that position until a cabinet reshuffle on 25 September 2023, when he was transferred to being the Provincial Minister for Southern Province.[1][5][6]
He also met with visiting foreign envoys in his official capacity, including the Chinese Ambassador to Zambia in July 2023, to discuss bilateral cooperation.[7]
Personal life
Nanjuwa is married and represented himself as a businessman prior to full-time public office.[1]
See also
- Provincial minister (Zambia)
- List of members of the National Assembly of Zambia (2016–2021)
- United Party for National Development
References
- ^ a b c d e "Credo Nanjuwa | National Assembly of Zambia". www.parliament.gov.zm. Retrieved 18 February 2024.
- ^ "Credo Nanjuwa (2016 MP)". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
- ^ "Credo Nanjuwa 2021". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
- ^ gregkawere (11 September 2021). "Zambian President Hichilema's 1st cabinet – 25 ministers (21 males & 4 females)". Povo News. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ Mofya, Mwenya. "My appointment comes with hope – Kasune". Zambia: News Diggers!. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
- ^ "Credo Nanjuwa – Southern Province (Sep‑2023)". National Assembly of Zambia. Retrieved 4 August 2025.
- ^ "Ambassador Du Xiaohui Meets with Hon. Credo Nanjuwa". Chinese Embassy in Zambia. 27 July 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2025.