LUSAKA - President Hakainde Hichilema has announced an immediate increase in the student accommodation allowance from K3,900 to K5,850.
The increase takes effect immediately and is aimed at easing the financial burden on students by helping them meet rising accommodation costs.
The revised allowance represents an increase of K1,950, equivalent to 50 percent above the previous allocation.
The announcement forms part of Government's continued efforts to support students and improve access to higher education.