By Ireen Mulenga Seven PF Councillors at the Chingola Municipal Council have applied for mayoral seat which is being occupied by Titus Tembo. The latest to declare interest is Buntungwa Ward Councillor who is also PF Copperbelt Youth Treasurer Soko Mumba. Just from PF camp there are about eight who have declared interest. These are […]
The 2021 under-17 Africa Cup of Nations, which was to kick-off this weekend in Morocco, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. According to a press release issued by CAF Communications Director Alexandre Siewe, the CAF Emergency Committee decided to cancel the tournament after a meeting held on Monday in Rabat. Siewe stated that […]
By Mercy Chewe The Zambia Football Fans Association (ZAFFA) has hailed TP Mazembe experienced defender Chongo Kabaso for accepting to play for Chipolopolo again just months after being unceremoniously dropped from the team. Zambia coach Micho on Friday named Kabaso in his squad to face AFCON champions Algeria in a must-win Group H match on […]
By Mercy Chewe The Zambia Football Fans Association (ZAFFA) has hailed TP Mazembe experienced defender Chongo Kabaso for accepting to play for Chipolopolo again just months after being unceremoniously dropped from the team. Zambia coach Micho on Friday named Kabaso in his squad to face AFCON champions Algeria in a must-win Group H match on […]
By Ireen Mulenga Catholic Diocese of Ndola Bishop Benjamin Phiri has called on Christians to work on the matters that bring dis-unity as they undergo the intense period of Repentance, Conversion and Reconciliation. Bishop Phiri said the victory of the Lord Jesus Christ is the ultimate goal of belief which must work to reconcile and […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Democratic Party Vice president Judith Kabembe says women should not allow fear, political intimidation, colour or stature limit them from doing what is right for Zambia. Ms Kabembe said women’s voices have been sidelined for too long but it’s time to fight and challenge the status quo. She said women’s day acknowledges the […]
Zambia’s High Commissioner to India Judith Kapijimpanga says an Indian investor has pledged to build a specialised agriculture university in Zambia at an initial cost of One Million Dollars. Ms Kapijimpanga said Banyan Impex Private Limited Director J.M. Patel will travel to Zambia on 15th March 2021 with a view of starting the registration process […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Unknown people in Mongu have stolen a one-day-old baby at Lewanika General Hospital while the mother was fast asleep. The child was delivered on March 6, 2021 and was stolen by unknown person whilst her mother was in deep sleep. Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo said Police have instituted investigating of child stealing […]
Minister of Water Development, Sanitation and Environmental Protection, Raphael Nakacinda, says there is need to give women equal opportunities for them to make positive socio-economic impact in society. Speaking at the United Church of Zambia Bethlehem congregation, in Kafue to celebrate “mothering Sunday” in commemoration of women’s day, Mr Nakacinda recognized the contribution of […]
By Ireen Mulenga Minister of Information and Broadcasting Services Dora Siliya says government should address social and systemic barriers that deny women opportunities for a decent life and hinder their participation in leadership. Ms Siliya who is also Chief Government Spokesperson said since the beginning Covid-19 pandemic, women have faced increased domestic violence, unpaid care […]
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