Zambia National Service

Zambia National Service
Emblem of Zambia National Service
Founded1963; 61 years ago (1963)
20 December 1971; 52 years ago (1971-12-20)
Country Zambia
TypeLand force
RoleGround warfare
Part ofZambian Defence Force
HeadquartersLusaka
Nickname(s)
  • Land Army
  • Green Army
Motto(s)"Sudor Et Sanguinis Pro Patria" (Latin)
"Sweat And Blood For The Country"
WebsiteOfficial Website
Commanders
Current
commander		Lt Gen Maliti Solochi[1]
Deputy CommanderMaj Gen Reuben Mwewa

The Zambia National Service, abbreviated ZNS,[2] is part of the Zambian Defence Force, has been a cornerstone of national development since its establishment in 1971 through an Act of Parliament.[3][4] Committed to the twin objectives of training civilian and safeguarding the territorial integrity of Zambia,[5][6][7] the ZNS Act empowers them to prepare individuals to dutifully serve and protect our nation.[8] However, it's not only about defense; ZNS also plays a vital role in imparting agricultural[2] and craft skills to Zambians, promoting self-sufficiency and national prosperity.[4] Originating in 1963 as the Land Army, ZNS has evolved into a dynamic force for national progress, underlining its multifaceted contribution to Zambia.[9] Additionally, ZNS is also a major sponsor of Green Eagles football club,[10][11] further exemplifying its commitment to the nation's well-being.

  1. ^ "In a night announcement, President Hichilema drops Commanders of Zambia Army, Air Force, National Service and Inspector General of Police". lusakatimes.com. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
  2. ^ a b "Zambia : Zambia National Service prepares 720 hectares of land for irrigation farming". 23 December 2018. Retrieved 25 September 2023.
  3. ^ "Zambia National Service Act" (PDF). The Laws of the Republic of Zambia. 15 September 2023.
  4. ^ a b "Zambia National Service – A Force For National Development". Retrieved 13 September 2023.
  5. ^ "Zambia National Service". mod.gov.zm. Retrieved 10 October 2021.
  6. ^ "Evolution of ZNS: Mass movement to productive force – Zambia Daily Mail". www.daily-mail.co.zm. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
  7. ^ "Zambia National Service Stream". Retrieved 15 September 2023.
  8. ^ NDHLOVU, JOHN (23 October 2019). "Transformation of ZNS". Zambia Daily Mail. Retrieved 27 October 2019.
  9. ^ "Modern Day ZNS – Zambia National Service". Retrieved 13 September 2023.
  10. ^ "Green Eagles should look beyond ZNS support – Zambia Daily Mail". www.daily-mail.co.zm. Retrieved 28 October 2021.
  11. ^ "ZNS APOLOGIZES OVER GREEN EAGLES MOVE ~". 14 January 2019. Retrieved 28 October 2021.