Zambia: Pupils Skip Classes to Harvest Caterpillars

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: October 28, 2026Country: Zambia

Society & Lifestyle

Zambia: Pupils Skip Classes to Harvest Caterpillars

The headline says pupils in Zambia are missing classes to take part in caterpillar harvesting. However, the supplied text provides no details about the locations involved, the number of pupils, or the authorities’ response.

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