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Kambwili right person for PF Presidency-Mulongoti

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Patriotic Front Copperbelt Provincial Mobilization Deputy Media Director Macdonald Mulongoti says that PF is likely to bounce back in 2026 especially if it is led by a populist leader like Chishimba Kambwili. Mr Mulongoti said that Kambwili’s speech charisma and forceful approach towards work earns him a resounding political advantage. He said […]

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Mali leaders sanctioned over stalled elections

The West African regional bloc Ecowas has imposed sanctions against Mali’s transitional leaders and their families. The sanctions range from travel bans to a freeze of their financial assets. It follows their failure to adhere to the timetable of returning the country to constitutional rule by February next year. Ecowas said that the Malian authorities […]

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Sudan’s transitional deputy Hemeti backs coup leader

Sudan’s military commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemeti, has supported General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s move to take over power. Hemeti, who was the deputy leader in the now-dissolved Sovereign Council, said Gen Burhan “came to correct the course of the people’s revolution, and preserve the security and stability of the country”. Protests against the […]

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Amnesty to reinstate retired worked commended

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The College of Bishops of the Christian Coalition has advised government to ignore individuals politicking the amnesty given to those retired in national interest based on unfair grounds. The Coalition’s president Charles Mwape says that people politicking the decision are anti-government and should not be given any attention. Professor Mwape said that […]

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HH expected in Monze tomorrow

President Hakainde Hichilema is tomorrow Sunday expected in Monze District, Southern Province for a one day working visit. Southern Province Minister Cornelius Mweetwa has confirmed to the development to Zanis. Mr Mweetwa said during his visit, the head of state is expected to tour the historic Samu Lya Moomba to revive its significance to Zambia’s […]

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CAF agrees to 30,000 fans as Zambia plays Mauritania

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA 30, 000 fans will be allowed into the National Heroes Stadium next week Saturday when the Copper Bullets welcome Mauritania in a matchday 5 Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifier. The request is subject to adherence to Covid-19 protocols. According to a statement posted on the  FAZ Facebook, the Confederation of African Football […]

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Kenya bans export of two avocado varieties

Kenya will in mid-November stop the export of Hass and Fuerte varieties of avocados to prevent the harvesting of immature crops. The ban will then be reviewed in January. This will however not affect other varieties and those who harvest off-season, Head of Horticulture Directorate Benjamin Tito is quoted by Kenya’s Business Daily newspaper as […]

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Home Academy for special needs opened in Chingola

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Home academy a school for children with special needs has been opened in Chingola to help children with learning disability attain an education. And the School Director Phideline Mulenga said that she believes children with a learning disability are unique and have a potential to become something in life. Ms Mulenga said […]

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Germany and Zambia sign MoU

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Zambia and Germany have signed technical and financial agreements worth 46.8 million Euros to address challenges across various sectors of the economy. Germany Ambassador to Zambia Anne Wagner Mitchel, who signed on behalf of her country, said the resources are a commitment made by the German Government during negotiations in 2020. Ms […]

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