Mwizukanji Namwawa has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier General in the Zambia Army. She currently serves as Director of Legal Services.
Her promotion came alongside other deserving officers elevated in recognition of their dedication and exemplary service. The advancements were marked by a colourful rank insignia pinning-on ceremony held yesterday at Army Headquarters.
Before joining the military, Brig. Gen. Namwawa was widely known in the early 2000s for her music career, where most people remember her as Kanji from the music circles, with hit songs such as Mr Big Star. She later enlisted in the Zambia Army, making history as the country’s first female and youngest full Colonel.
A qualified lawyer, she graduated from the University of Zambia and previously worked at the Attorney General’s Chambers. Brig. Gen. Namwawa is also a strong advocate for initiatives that promote and celebrate women’s achievements.
Credit: NKANI