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Zambians urged to remain united as the country votes tomorrow

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The College of Bishops of the Christian coalition of Zambia has encouraged Zambians to remain united, peaceful as the country votes tomorrow. Coalition President Charles Mwape said that Thursday polls should not divide Zambians, families and communities, but rather the elections should strengthen democracy. Professor Mwape has since commended the Democratic Party, […]

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The Immigration Ladies Foundation lauched

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Vice President Inonge Wina has commended the Immigration Ladies Foundation for complimenting Government’s efforts in promoting gender equality and empowerment of women and girls. Mrs Wina expressed happiness that the Foundation already has success stories of helping the less privileged in society. She also encouraged the women to focus on the purpose […]

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Electorates urged to turn out in numbers

By IREEN MULENGA The United Party for National Development (UPND) Parliamentary candidate for Kansanshi Constituency Mufulira, Mukwenya Ng’andu has urged the people to turn out in numbers on Thursday general elections. Dr Ng’andu alleged that the Patriotic Front-PF-has instilled fear among electorates with the violence that have been happening in the country. He has also […]

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Journalist terrorized by UPND receives help

By IREEN MULENGA The PF Government has assisted Indian trained Ikelenge District Information Officer (ZANIS) Victor Mwila who was attacked by UPND in North Western Province and lost property. Mr Mwila has received a 650 D camera and a mobile phone all worth about K60, 000 as replacement for the phone and camera that was […]

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PF Nsasa ward candidate optimistic to return seat

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Patriotic Front (PF) Nsansa ward candidate Benson Bwalya is optimistic of retaining the seat, saying that another mandate will enable him complete the projects he started. Mr Bwalya said that once elected, he will continue spearheading the maintaining of cleanliness in the ward. He also said that he has procured four boreholes, […]

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Parents urged to help in maintaining peace ahead of the polls

By IREEN MULENGA Patriotic Front Chingola ward candidate Victor Mpundu has urged the parents to preach peace and unity to their children ahead of the Thursday’s general elections. Speaking in an interview with the Independent Observer, Mr Mpundu said that parents should be in forefront to help maintaining peace in the country. “Children come from […]

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Govt extends debt swap to local authorities workers

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Civil Service Commission Vice Chairperson, Hillary Chipango says government has extended the debt swap to workers in the local authorities to relieve them from financial pressure. Mr Chipango said the technical committee after further deliberations decided that workers from local authorities also be brought on board. And, Mr Chipango said there is […]

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Ensure all your voting tools are in place-Phiri

By IREEN MULENGA United Party for National Development (UPND) candidate for Kwacha ward Chingola, Mimosa Phiri has urged the electorates to put the National Registration Cards (NRC’s) and voter’s cards in place ahead of the Thursday general elections. Mr Phiri said that electorates should ensure that they put everything place to avoid inconveniences at the […]

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Zesco completes power restoration countrywide

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Zesco Limited says it completed restoration of power supply to all parts of the country at 00:10 hours on 9th August 2021, following a system disturbance that caused a power outage in some parts of the country. Zesco Public relations manager Hazel Zulu says the Corporation has since advised its customers that […]

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IDC Commends Zambia Airways for announcing launch date

By IREEN MULENGA The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) has commended the Zambia Airways Board for announcing  September, 30, 2021  as the date for commercial operationalization of the National Carrier. IDC Group CEO, Mr Mateyo Kaluba, said the operationalization of the National carrier will play a catalytic role in reviving the tourism industry which has been […]

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