Kitwe City Council raises the alarm over stolen street light solar panels valued at more than K256,000

Kitwe City Council has reported the theft of more than 120 solar panels from streetlights and traffic lights across the district in recent months, with an estimated value of K156,000.

The thefts have occurred along Nyerere Road, Langashe, Kwacha, Kazembe, Freedom Avenue, and at the traffic lights at the junction of President Avenue and Kanyanta Road.

As a result, several streetlights and traffic signals are now non-functional, posing risks and inconveniences for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, particularly at night.

Kitwe City Council Public Relations Manager, Mwaka Nakweti, said the vandalism undermined progress in the district, as funds that could have been directed towards other essential community services must now be used to repair or replace the stolen equipment.

“The Council strongly condemns these acts and is appealing to residents to be vigilant. We urge the public to report any suspicious activities around streetlights or traffic lights to Kitwe City Council or the Zambia Police Service,” Nakweti said.

She called on residents to take pride in the infrastructure, protect it from destruction, and work together to safeguard the city for the benefit of the community today and for future generations.

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