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There is no need for change-Chifunabuli chiefs

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Some Traditional leaders in Chifunabuli District of Luapula Province say there is no need to change government. Speaking on behalf of the traditional leaders, Senior Chief Mwewa said President Edgar Lungu should continue beyond 2021 because of the good performance of the PF administration. Chief Mwewa said people conversant with Chifunabuli can […]

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Mpika silk processing plant advances

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Construction of the 31 million dollar Silk processing plant at the silk farm in Mpika has advanced. Mpika District Commissioner Sampa Muswema who toured the Silk farm was happy with the progress achieved. The farm is expected to accommodate about 2,000 employees in the initial stage of commencement of operations. Sericulture Project […]

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NDC urges members to use safe ways of campaigning

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has advised its members to use safe tactical ways of campaigning when endorsing candidates running for various positions. NDC Interim president Saboi Imboela said that since campaigns have been restricted, her party has embarked on other ways of campaigning, such as door to door campaigns. “Using all […]

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NDC members to support their candidates in August polls

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA National Democratic congress (NDC) interim president Saboi Imboela has disclosed that the party has endorsed President Edgar Lungu as they have no candidate contesting for presidency. Ms Imboela encouraged members of the party to vote for NDC candidates fielded in at constituency and ward level. “I wish urge party members on the […]

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Vendors, Traders and Marketers urged to remain nonpartisan

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The Association of Vendors, Traders and Marketers (AVTMZ) has called on venders to be nonpartisan in all political agendas and to resist being used as tools of political violence. Association’s General secretary Musonda Mushota said that Vendors should not be subjected to politics as they are given little amounts of money such […]

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Ban of public rallies timely-Mwanza

By IREEN MULENGA Patriotic Front Media Director Antonio Mwanza says that the directive by President Lungu to the police and Health Authorities to enforce the ban on public rallies is timely and most responsible thing to do. Mr Mwanza said the ban on all public rallies is in line with the Covid-19 health guidelines as […]

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Zidane resigns as Real coach – reports

Zinedine Zidane has resigned as Real Madrid manager with immediate effect, the Spanish club said Thursday, just days after they were beaten to the La Liga title by Atletico Madrid. “It is now time to respect his decision and show our appreciation for his professionalism, dedication and passion all these years,” Real Madrid said in […]

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