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The Independent Observer > Articles by: Alice Nachilembe

Kalumbila Council acquires new grader to boost road rehabilitation

By Staff Writer  Kalumbila Town Council has taken a significant step towards improving the district’s infrastructure by procuring a grader at a cost of K3.7 million. The council used locally generated funds for the purchase, which will enhance the rehabilitation of feeder roads in the district. According to Town Council Secretary Wamunyima Mumbali, the council […]

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FQM, Govt Partner to Construct Mini Hospital in Kalumbila

By Staff Writer FQM Trident Mine, Government Partner to Construct Mini Hospital in Kalumbila First Quantum Minerals Trident mine, in collaboration with the government through the Ministry of health, is constructing a mini hospital in Kalumbila District of North-western Province. The facility is the first of its kind in the area, has already gulped US$480,000. […]

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Chipolopolo move 7 steps up on FIFA rankings

The Chipolopolo boys have moved seven rungs up on the global charts, according to the latest FIFA rankings. According to the latest rankings released today, Zambia now sits 87th on the global charts and 18th in Africa. African champions Coted’Ivoire are sixth in Africa and 46th in the world while Morocco remain top of the […]

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Lusambo’s Lawyers ordered to file written submissions

By Staff Writer Former Lusaka Province Minister Bowman Lusambo’s lawyers have been directed to file written submissions after arguing that his proceeds of crime case should be dismissed. Lusaka Chief Resident Davies Chibwili issued the order following oral submissions by defense lawyer Nkula Botha. Botha contended that Lusambo’s case must be dismissed because the prosecution […]

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President Hichilema Announces Recovery of Over $30 Million in Stolen Assets

By Staff Writer President Hakainde Hichilema has announced that Zambia’s legal reforms have successfully facilitated the speedy and cost-effective recovery of stolen assets and money. This year alone, the government has recovered over $30 million without incurring significant expenses. According to President Hichilema, the prudent prosecution of cases has freed up resources for productive and […]

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Govt Commends Fibrecom’s Expanding Optic Fibre Infrastructure

By Staff Writer Zambia’s Technology and Science Minister, Felix Mutati, has praised Fibrecom for its resilience in growing and sustaining its services, providing consistent and reliable high-speed broadband communication services across the country and beyond. Speaking at Fibrecom’s networking event in Lusaka, Mutati noted that the company’s robust optic fibre infrastructure has delivered quality digital […]

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