Education Minister DOUGLAS SYAKALIMA says it is important to invest in technology that will enable learners have lessons in case of another pandemic.
Mr. SYAKALIMA says government believes that education is the best investment for social economic development.
He was speaking during a press conference in Lusaka today ahead of the Innovation Africa 2022 Ministerial Summit which starts on November 16.
Speaking at the same event Technology and Science Minister FELIX MUTATI said government has put in place an enabling environment for investments in the technology sector.
Meanwhile Innovation Africa Chief Executive Officer JOHN GLASSEY said the Innovation Africa summit seeks to promote Zambia as a regional hub for technology to attract investments.
And Acting Smart Zambia National Coordinator KASALI MUSENGE said government is working to ensure E- governance to enhance social economic development for the benefit of all citizens.