Kalumbila Town Council Secretary Wamunyima Mumbali has urged newly elected Ward Development Committee (WDC) members in Solwezi West Constituency to shun corrupt practices and work towards effective development of their wards. Ms. Mumbali emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability, reminding the WDC members that they represent the people from their respective wards, including the […]
President Hakainde Hichilema has officially launched the construction of the 327-kilometer Lusaka-Ndola and Fisenge-Masangano dual carriageway. The President pledged the government’s continued commitment to fostering sustainable development through improved infrastructure for the benefit of the local community. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, President Hichilema expressed concern over the increasing number of road traffic accidents on […]
Family Development Initiatives (FDI) Team Leader, Sheikh Yusuf Ayami, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to countries like Britain for their prompt response to Zambia’s call for disaster relief. The British Government’s announcement of a £7 million aid package to Zambia’s Social Cash Transfer scheme is truly commendable. British High Commissioner to Zambia, Nicholas Wooley, revealed that […]
The World Food Programme (WFP) has released $3.3 million to Zambia to help alleviate the effects of the ongoing drought. President Hakainde Hichilema expressed his gratitude for the funding during a meeting with WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain at State House. The President emphasized that the drought poses a significant threat to Zambia’s economic growth, […]
Chibombo District Commissioner Lloyd Kayeka has praised the government for initiating the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriageway project, which is expected to enhance economic development and road safety in the region. Mr. Kayeka expressed his gratitude towards the government for starting the project, which has also received support from traditional leaders in the district. The chiefs have […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana has called on residents in the Kasumbalesa border area to cooperate with law enforcement agencies in safeguarding the vital commodity of mealie meal. Speaking during his visit to Chisenda, where a ZNS officer recently shot a civilian who attempted to seize the officer’s firearm in […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Trade and commerce Minister Chipoka Mulenga has flagged off the distribution of 1,794 metric tons of relief white Maize grain in Chingola District to affected disaster beneficiaries through the Food Reserve Agency (FRA). Mr Chipoka said due to climate conditions some parts of the country experienced drought and floods which brought about […]
Police in Kalulushi have arrested a 28 year old man for allegedly causing the death of his grandmother. Copperbelt Police Chief Peacewell Mweemba confirmed the development, stating that Blessings Mumbi of house number C1 Chimene compound is alleged to have murdered his grandmother. Mr Mweemba identified the deceased as Joyce Chibwe of house number 26 […]
By Bishop Clifford Chisha How a leader looks at problems determines, to a larger extent, the seriousness he will attach to them and the methods he is likely going to employ. A leader cannot run away from problem solving. In order to avoid making unnecessary mistakes, leaders should always endeavour to be sober when looking […]
Southern African Institute for Policy and Research (SAIPAR) Senior Research Fellow, Dr. O’Brien Kaaba, says Zambia must reorient the state so that Law becomes a tool for citizens empowerment rather than their oppression. Dr. Kaaba who is also a University of Zambia (UNZA) Lecturer and Assistant Dean in the School of Law, said under colonial […]
Alice Nachilembe
