Deputy Chief Fire Officer ✍️
Today, Firefighter Micheal Mutelo, widely known across Zambia for his exceptional character, discipline, and tactical firefighting skills, has revealed the man behind the depth of knowledge, confidence, and experiential wisdom that defines his professional life—Mr. Robert Banda, the Deputy Chief Fire Officer.
The passion, clarity, and authority seen when Micheal Mutelo speaks on firefighting, leadership, and life are not accidental. They are the direct result of intentional mentorship, rigorous teaching, and real-life training imparted by Mr. Robert Banda.
Mr. Banda is recognized as a foundation of unique, practical, and experience-driven knowledge—a man richly endowed with life lessons, professional discipline, and operational excellence. Those who encounter him do not leave the same; every interaction deposits wisdom, sharpens thinking, and elevates purpose.
Micheal Mutelo acknowledges that learning under such a distinguished leader has played a critical role in shaping his mindset, strengthening his tactical competence, and refining his character.
Mr. Robert Banda is not only a leader by rank, but a teacher in life, whose influence continues to build capacity, raise professional standards, and shape the next generation of firefighters.
It remains a great honor for Firefighter Micheal Mutelo to learn from a mentor of such integrity, excellence, and proven leadership—one whose legacy is written not only in titles, but in the lives and minds he continues to shape.