Newly elected president of Zambia, His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema has appointed Mrs Nelly Mutti as Zambia’s first speaker of Parliament.

Hakainde Hichilema took to social media to announce the appointment of Mrs Nelly Mutti.

“A hearty congratulations to Mrs Nelly Mutti on being elected first female Speaker in the history of Zambia. You have a mammoth task ahead but I am confident that you are equal to the task,” posted Hakainde Hichilema.

He also appointed Attractor Chisangano and Moses Moyo as Deputy Speakers of Parliament.

“I also extend my congratulations to Honourables Attractor Chisangano and Moses Moyo for being elected Deputy Speakers,” he said.

Since taking over from Edgar Lungu, Hakainde Hichilema has made significant changes.

He recently fired army Commanders, Senior Police Officers and Heads of Correctional Services.

He also fired the Minister of Finance.