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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

BETTER ROADS IN SOLWEZI

Solwezi Municipal Council Town Clerk Mr. Stanley Zingalume Mbewe says the Local Authority remains committed to improving the quality of roads in Solwezi district. Speaking when he inspected the progress of works on Chisomo road which is currently being graded, Mr Mbewe noted that the road has been in a deplorable state for a long […]

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2023 NORTH WESTERN PROVINCE AGRICULTURE SHOW

Solwezi Municipal Council is among various institutions in the province that exhibited at this year’s Provincial Agriculture, Commercial and Industrial Show which was held at the Mitukutuku Show Grounds from 7th to 9th July, 2023. This year’s Show focused on *Inclusive Economic Transformation* and was officially opened by North Western Province Minister Honourable Robert Lihefu. […]

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Implementation robust anti-corruption measures-TI-Z

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has called on Government to prioritize the fight against corruption and ensure the implementation of robust anti-corruption measures as Africa celebrates Anti- Corruption Day. TI-Z Executive Director Maurice Nyambe has also urged Government to enhance transparency in public procurement, enforce stringent accountability mechanisms, and protect whistleblowers. He said […]

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CHILUNDIKA IS A SACRIFICIAL LAMB, HIS DISMISSAL NOTHING TO CELEBRATE- MUNDUBILE

PF presidential aspirant Brian Mundubile says the dismissal of former Luapula Province Minister Derricky Chilundika and other top government officials is nothing to celebrate because they are just sacrificial lambs. Recently, President Hakainde Hichilema said past, present and future corruption must all be fought, noting that he has fired a minister and permanent secretary whom […]

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SUGILITE SCANDAL EXPOSED UPND AS LOOTERS

The recent sugilite scandal in Luapula Province involving UPND leaders has clearly exposed UPND as looters and not leaders ready to uplift the lives of ordinary people in this country. It is now clear enough that UPND preoccupation is to enrich themselves and their families through looting of our resources in the country as shown […]

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Community Social Engagement foster relationships with Leaders

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Nchanga Ward Councillor Jones Siluyele has emphasised the importance of community engagement meetings and social events, particularly sports, as they foster stronger relationships between leaders and their constituents. Siluyele affirmed that these gatherings are essential for leaders to exert their influence and offer support to the community. Speaking at the Nchanga Ward […]

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KABUTA ABLUTION BLOCK COMMISSIONED

By Chiluba Chabi Chingola Municipal Council has officially commissioned the ablution block at Kabuta Market, aimed at improving the trading environment by providing excellent sanitation facilities. The ablution block, located in Nchanga Constituency, was constructed using both equalization and locally generated funds, amounting to a total cost of K363, 218.00. During the commissioning ceremony, Chingola […]

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SOLWEZI COUNCIL RECEIVES NEW TOWN CLERK

Solwezi Municipal Council (SMC) has appointed Stanley Zingalume Mbewe as the new Town Clerk. Mr Mbewe replaces the late Kabombo Mutakela who died in a fatal road traffic accident on Chingola-Solwezi road last month. Prior to his appointment as Town Clerk for Solwezi, Mr Mbewe served as Director Public Health at Chibombo District Council from 2017 […]

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