BaUshi Royal Foundation
The BaUshi Royal Foundation (BRF) is an institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural identity of the AbaUshi people from Milenge, Mansa, Chembe, and Samfya districts in Zambia’s Luapula Province.
The Foundation brings together the following chiefdoms:
1. In Mansa: Chimese, Kalasa Lukangaba, Chisunka, Matanda, Kalaba, Mibenge, and Mabumba
2. In Milenge: Sokontwe and Milambo
3. In Chembe: Kasoma Lwela
4. In Samfya: The Kabende chiefdoms of Mulakwa, Kalasa Mukoso, and Kasoma Bangweulu
Under the leadership of Chairperson Mumena Mushinge, the Foundation continues to champion the values of unity, hard work, and cultural renewal through platforms such as the Chabuka BaUshi Traditional Ceremony. It also seeks to facilitate development partnerships that benefit Luapula Province and contribute to Zambia’s national progress.
(Source: Board member Rev. Dr. Elias Munshya)
