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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

FAZ appoints N/Western Meida officer

By Staff Writer The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed Clozzen Bikale as North Western Province Communications Officer. Bikale a trained communication and investigative Journalist, is currently working for Beats FM Radio station in Solwezi. “Am really humbled for the appointment and also want to thank FAZ provincial committee for having confidence in me […]

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Solwezi DHO ready for the polio vaccine

By CLOZZEN BIKALE Solwezi District Health Office has called on mothers in the district to take their children for polio vaccine. Speaking during a media engagement, Solwezi  District Health community health focal point person  Caroline Chikolokoso also called on other stakeholders the church and traditional leaders to support the campaign. Ms Chikolokoso confirmed that the […]

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Chalimbana Lecturer dies suddenly

A Lecturer at Chalimbana University has died a Sudden and Unnatural Death . Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said that brief facts of the matter are that Alfred Mbobola a lecturer went to a Mini Mart along Great East Road and asked for a Chair to sit as he was not feeling well. Mr Hamoonga said […]

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Bus, Taxi Association applaud Govt

By Staff Writer The Bus and Taxi Owners Association of Zambia has applaud the bold actions taken by Government, through the Minister of Local Government, the Zambia Police and the Lusaka City Council to restore sanity, law and order in the operations and management of bus stations in Lusaka. National Association Spokesperson Amis Daudi said […]

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Today’s game tough Tembo

By IREEN MULENGA Nchanga Rangers Head coach Robert Tembo says today’s game against Muza FC is critical and will be interesting to watch. This is an important game which will be played at Nchanga Stadium this afternoon at 15 hours Zambian time. Speaking in an interview with the Independent Observer this morning, Tembo said that […]

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Shoprite snubbing local onion producers

By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Zambia National Farmers’ Union (ZNFU) says that Shoprite is simply ignoring Local Onion producers as the country is awash with onions from both small scale and some large-scale farmers.  ZNFU Public Relations Manage Kakoma Kaleyi said some onions have gone to waste in storage facilities due to continued importation of the […]

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Chingola Council to bury one unclaimed body

By Staff Writer  Chingola Municipal Council has called on members of the public who may have a missing relative to check Nchanga north General Hospital. The Council intends to bury one unclaimed body of Mr Jackson Mpundu from Nchanga North General Mortuary. CMC Assistant Public Relations Manager Nambela Kyombela said the body is in Nchanga […]

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Do not drop the guard 

… a caution to leaders By Rev. Clifford Chisha When we become too familiar with the environment or gadget, the chances of violating safety measures become high. No matter the experience, leaders should avoid dropping the guard. Safety guidelines safeguard our lives, position, success and reputation. When you begin to fight what causes you to […]

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Reduced Road Traffic accident millstone-RTSA

By Staff Writer The Road Transport and safety Agency says the reduction in road traffic deaths during Easter Holiday is a key millstone in improving Zambia’s road safety prospects. RTSA Head – Public Relations Fredrick Mubanga said RTSA has noted a reduction in the number of road deaths over the Easter Holiday long weekend. Mr […]

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