US ambassador to Zambia urging circumcision

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'UNITED States Ambassador to Zambia Mark Storella has urged traditional leaders in Zambia to help sensitise their subjects and other citizens on the importance of male circumcision.

Mr Storella said male circumcision was important in reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS.

He was speaking on Tuesday afternoon when his delegation, which included United States Ambassador to Zimbabwe Bruce Wharton, paid a courtesy call on Senior Chief Mukuni in Kazungula District in Southern Province.

“Your Royal Highness, we are trying to support male circumcision and we think it is important that traditional leaders actively participate in this campaign.

“So far, Chief Mumena of North-Western Province is a big advocate of male circumcision,” he said.'