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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS CONDEMN POLICE PREVENTION OF OPPOSITION RALLIES

Several civil society organisations (CSOs) has condemned the police’s unconstitutional prevention of opposition party rallies and gatherings. The CSOs specifically criticized the police’s actions on June 1, 2024, in Mandevu, Lusaka, where they prevented the New Heritage Party rally and failed to arrest UPND cadres who brandished weapons and threatened violence. The CSOs noted that […]

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Stakeholders Sensitized Ahead of Continuous Voter Registration

By Chiluba Chabi The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) held a Stakeholders Sensitization Meeting today in preparation for the Continuous Voter Registration exercise set to commence tomorrow at Zikhalo Jere Library in Chingola. During the meeting, ECZ Chairperson Mrs. Mwangala Zaloumis, represented by Corporate Affairs Manager Ms. Patricia Luhanga, stressed the significance of voter registration. […]

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Puma Energy Zambia Holds Successful AGM, Posts Impressive Financial Results

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Puma Energy Zambia, a leading oil marketing company listed on the Lusaka Stock Exchange (LuSE), held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Neelkanth Sarovar Premiere Hotel in Lusaka, presenting its financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023. Despite facing challenges like international energy price volatility and local currency fluctuations, […]

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Itezhi-Tezhi MP Commends UNESCO, FDI for Early and Unintended Pregnancies fight

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Member of Parliament Twaambo Mutinta has expressed concern over the rising cases of unsafe abortions and school dropouts in Itezhi-Tezhi District. He highlighted the need to address adolescent health, HIV/AIDS, and early pregnancies, commending UNESCO and FDI for their advocacy efforts. Mr. Mutinta acknowledged the district’s challenges due to cultural norms and […]

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AWANACHI MAGAZINE DONATES REUSABLE SANITARY MATERIALS TO RURAL SCHOOLS

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Awanachi Magazine, in collaboration with Vedanta, First Financial Bank (FNB), and Premier Credit, has donated 5,350 reusable sanitary materials to Mutenda and Muchishi schools in Chingola. This initiative aims to support girls’ education and dignity by providing access to menstrual hygiene products. Awanachi Magazine Founder Mpunga Simukwai said, “Sanitary products should not […]

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Mufulira Nursing Student Murdered by Boyfriend

By Staff Writer A-24-year-old second-year student at Ronald Ross General Hospital, has died after she was allegedly beaten by her Boyfriend. Copperbelt Police Commissioner said said Doreen Kaimbo was allegedly beaten by her boyfriend, Rodney Bunda, on May 21, 2024, at around 05:00 hours in Kankoyo Township, Section C, Kantanshi, Mufulira. Mr Mweemba said she […]

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