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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

Zambia stands with the democratic world-HH

 By MAIMBO MWEEMBA President Hakainde Hichilema says Zambia stands with the democratic world in voicing out against any threat to international peace and security. President Hichilema said Zambia is against any form of aggression or war because it believes in living peacefully with other countries. Speaking when he hosted outgoing Swedish Ambassador to Zambia Anna […]

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Burkina Faso attack death toll rises to 79

Twenty-nine more bodies have been found in addition to the 50 already discovered in a village in the district of Seytenga, northern Burkina Faso, after an attack at the weekend, the government says. The death toll now stands at 79. The gunmen attacked the village overnight between Saturday and Sunday. The military are searching the […]

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US appoints ambassador to Zambia

By Maimbo Mweemba Outgoing United States Charge D’ Affairs Martin Dale has announced that the newly appointed American Ambassador to Zambia Michael Gonzales is expected to arrive in the country next month. Mr Dale said following the confirmation of Mr Gonzales by the United States Congress, the American envoy is likely to take up his […]

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Cabinet approves 3 bills

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Cabinet has approved the introduction of three Bills to Parliament and the appointment of a thirteen member team of the Zambia Law Development Commission. Speaking in a statement, Government spokesperson Chushi Kasanda says one of the Bills will regulate private security companies in Zambia to monitor their activities and enhance accountability. She […]

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Mutondo Stars celebrates Div 1 promotion

By Mercy Chewe Kitwe’s Mutondo Stars, Riflemen, Aguila and Mpulungu Harbour are celebrating after winning promotion to the FAZ National Division One League ahead of the 2022/23 season. Mutondo secured promotion with a perfect record after winning all their four Group B matches to amass 12 points during the playoffs staged in Lusaka. Aguila Stars […]

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407 student awarded bursaries from Chingola Constituency

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Four-Hundred and Seven students from Chingola Constituency have been awarded with bursaries for skills training courses in various skills. Speaking during the awarding ceremony Chingola Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga said that Government is equipping the youths with necessary skills that will help improve their livelihood. Mr Mulenga said that the youths […]

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Child dies after school statue fell on her

By ALICE NACHILEMBE A-3- year old child has died after a Zebra statue she was playing on fell on her at a named school in Chongwe. Deputy Police Spokesperson Danny Mwale said the incident occurred on June 7, 2022 around 15:00 hours at a named private School in Chongwe. Mr Mwale said initial investigations revealed […]

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Chipolopolo go second in Group H

By Mercy Chewe Chipolopolo have jumped into second position in Group H of the 2023 Africa Cup qualifying campaign after coming from behind to overcome Comoros 2-1 at home in Lusaka. Coach Aljosa Asanovic’s boys have three points from two games. Zambia on Tuesday night recorded their first win of the 2023 Africa Cup Group […]

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CEJ nodes 3 mine operations suspension

By Staff Writer Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) has thanked the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development for suspending three mines. Government recently suspended Jifumpa Mine in Kasempa District, Collum Coal Mine in Sinazeze, Southern Province and Chibuluma Mine Site on the Copperbelt after inspections. CEJ Head of Research Freeman Mubanga urged Government not to […]

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3 injured by an explosive device in Senanga

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Three people were injured after a suspected hand grenade exploded in the hands of one of the victims in Senanga District. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Danny Mwale said the incident occurred on June 6, 2022 at around 14: 50 hours at Sikota Village in Senanga District when a metallic device exploded […]

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