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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

Airbus releases its latest study identifying key unserved routes to boost air travel in Africa

Global aerospace and aviation leader Airbus has released an analysis detailing several key unserved African routes which could provide greater connectivity for travellers, drive economic growth in local economies, and provide a significant boost in revenue for airlines. The company also highlighted data on Africa from its latest Global Market Forecast (GMF).  Several of the top unserved routes identified in the […]

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Environmentalists Question Zambia’s Plans to Upscale Coal Production

The Zambia Climate Change Network (ZCCN) Coordinator, Lidya Chibambo,has expressed concerns about Zambia’s plans to increase coal production, citing the need for an energy mix that aligns with sustainable development and reduces emissions. Speaking at a National Learning Workshop organized by the Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ), Chibambo noted that while the government aims to […]

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Executive Director at Brethren in Christ Church Arrested for Corruption

The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested and charged an Executive Director at Brethren in Christ Church Choma Children Development Project (BICC-CCDP) for corrupt practices involving K35,000.00. Head of Corporate Communications Timothy Moono said Mwaka Machila Chibinga, 43, of House No. 1 Kachacha in Choma, faces two counts of Corrupt Transactions by Private Persons contrary to Section […]

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UPND Government Accused of ‘Killing’ Zambians and Businesses Over Electricity Crisis

By Mercy Chewe Socialist Party (SP) Copperbelt Provincial spokesperson Reagan Kashinga says the UPND Government is killing Zambians and businesses over its failure to fix the electricity crisis compounded by prolonged hours of Zesco load shedding. Mr. Kashinga said it was regrettable that load shedding was getting out of hand without the Government enforcing short-, […]

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Kalumbila Council to rehabilitate 4KM Jiundu road

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Kalumbila Town Council has embarked on the rehabilitation of the four-kilometer Jiundu road in Mwembezhi ward, Solwezi West Constituency. Kalumbila Town Council Chairperson Shadrick Munjunga said the road, which has been in a deplorable state, is being rehabilitated using locally generated funds from the council. Mr. Munjunga noted that the road’s poor […]

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Chingola Woman 23, Dies After Stabbing by Boyfriend

By Chiluba Chabi A 23-year-old woman has tragically died after being stabbed by her boyfriend in Chingola, according to a statement from the Copperbelt Police. On June 15, 2024, around 20:45 hours, Mubanga Kangwa was at home with her family when her boyfriend, King Katanga, visited. The couple left the house together with the intention […]

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Kalumbila Community Connected to National Power Grid

By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Rural Electrification Authority (REA) has invested approximately 2.3 million Kwacha to connect the Lumwana East, Mukumbi turn-off community area of Solwezi West Constituency in Kalumbila to the National power grid. The project, funded through the 2023 Constituency Development Fund (CDF), spans 4.2 kilometers and is nearing completion. Kalumbila Town Council Chairperson […]

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Ukheshe rebrands to EFT Corporation to lead fintech innovation and banking beyond tomorrow

In a bold step towards redefining the future of financial technology, Ukheshe has announced its official rebranding to EFT Corporation. The move consolidates Ukheshe’s pioneering digital solutions with EFT Corporation’s extensive reach and expertise under one unified brand, positioning it as a leading catalyst for financial inclusion in Africa. The rebranding of Ukheshe to EFT Corporation follows Ukheshe’s […]

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