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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

CATTLE VACCINATION TO COMMENCE IN WESTERN PROVINCE

Government will this month embark on massive vaccination of cattle against combined bovine plural pneumonia (CBPP) in Western province. Minister of Fisheries and Livestock, Makoze Chikote says contrary to the earlier strategy of ‘test and slaughter’ government has decided to vaccinate all the animals including those which might be infected with CBPP. “It will be […]

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TransUnion Names Aron Kamakil as CIO for Kenya and East Africa

Information and Insights company TransUnion Africa has named Aron Kamakil as its new chief information officer for TransUnion’s African operations, which include Kenya, Zambia, Botswana, and Malawi. Kamakil has more than 13 years’ experience in senior technology roles in the financial services sector. In his new role, he will be responsible for TransUnion’s information technology […]

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THIRTY-EIGHT (38) LIQUOR LICENSES REVOKED

Following a directive for bars in residential areas, bus stations and markets to seize operations, Solwezi Municipal Council commenced an enforcement exercise where Thirty-Eight (38) liquor licenses have so far been revoked. During the exercise, it was observed that some retail liquor proprietors have been abusing their liquor licenses by allowing patrons to drink alcohol […]

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LUAPULA PS OPENS ZALASA TOURNAMENT

Luapula Province Permanent Secretary (PS) Mr Mighty Mumba has challenged all Local Authorities to encourage a culture of hardwork among Officers not only in sports, but all areas of life. Speaking when he graced the official opening of the 8th Zambia Local Authorities Sports Association (ZALASA) annual tournament today in Mansa, Mr Mumba said sports […]

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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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