Princess Kasune appointed as Zambia’s new Minister of Tourism

Editor notes report that Princess Kasune has been appointed as Zambia’s new Minister of Tourism, following her swearing-in by President Hakainde Hichilema at State House in Lusaka on 28 October 2026. She succeeds Rodney Sikumba and joins the Cabinet as one of 24 ministers sworn in on the same day.

Kasune is the Member of Parliament for Keembe West and has achieved several firsts in Zambian politics, including becoming the first woman to serve as Deputy Government Chief Whip, the first female Provincial Minister for Central Province, and the country’s first female Minister of Justice. Her academic background includes master’s degrees in Business Administration (with a focus on nonprofit administration) and in Divinity, both earned with honours or distinctions.

Beyond her political career, Kasune has led community development projects through Fountain of Life (FOLA), building a hospital, clinics, schools, and water projects in Chiyuni Chiefdom. As Minister of Tourism, she will oversee Zambia’s efforts to grow international and domestic travel, invest in tourism infrastructure, strengthen conservation, and expand community participation in the sector. Kasune has not yet outlined her own direction for3 November 2026.