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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

Mental Patient’s Genitals Slashed in Kitwe

By Staff Writer A suspected mental patient is fighting for his life after an unknown criminal tried to cut off is Genitals in Kitwe. The victim, a familiar face at the local dumpsite behind Zambeef Buchi branch, was found by young boys with his testicles almost severed by an unidentified criminal. According to Copperbelt Province […]

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Chingola Council Approves K236 Million Budget for 2025

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Municipal Council has given the green light to a proposed budget of K236,413,645 for the 2025 financial year, representing a 20% increase from the 2024 budget of K189,724,707. This significant boost is expected to strengthen the economy, improve public services, and invest in the long-term wellbeing of Chingola’s citizens. According to […]

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Zambia Makes Strides in HIV Treatment Among Inmates

The Zambia Correctional Service (ZCS) has announced that over 3,000 inmates living with HIV across the country are currently receiving Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART). This milestone was shared during the ZCS commemoration of World AIDS Day at Solwezi Correctional Facility. According to ZCS Health Deputy Director and Senior Assistant Commissioner Malimba Moola, the country has seen […]

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KCM Foils Attempt to Supply Adulterated Solvents

By Staff Writer Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has thwarted an attempt by a long-standing supplier to deliver counterfeit solvents valued at USD 64,000. The incident occurred when a tanker containing the solvents was delivered to KCM’s premises by the supplier’s driver, who is currently at large. Independent testing by a reputable agency revealed that the […]

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