Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba, has urged young people to be registered in the ongoing voter registration exercise for them to vote for political leaders of their choice in the 2025 General Election.

Mumba was speaking on Sunday at Katoto Basket Ball Court in Mzuzu when he launched the Northern Zone Basketball League, courtesy of his K45,000.00 sponsorships which is expected to run the league for three consecutive seasons.

He said whatever takes place in the country in various aspects such as politics affects every citizenry including the youth themselves, hence the need for them to participate in all affairs such as politics.

“Let me urge young people in the country to develop interest in contesting for political leadership positions at all levels,” said Mumba.

Commenting on the league, Mumba said he was pleased with the high turnout of people, mostly the youths who came to witness the leagues launching ceremony.

“I never expected that Basketball is so popular and that people can love it so much. We normally focus on Football and Netball but sporting activities such Basketball, Volleyball and Table Tennis and are left out,” said Mumba.

He added that the sponsorship of the league will enhance talent nurturing that some of the players in teams participating in the league can rise and play at national and international levels.

Chairperson for Northern Zone Basketball League, Chakufwa Chihana Junior, said he was pleased with the sponsorship of the league.

“We are excited with this development and appeal to other well-wishers, companies and individuals to emulate Mumba’s gesture. This will go a long way in contributing to the development of Basketball in the country,” said Chihana.

The launching ceremony of the league was marked by a game between Mzuzu University Panthers and Nkhandwe Basketball Team.