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The Independent Observer
The Independent Observer

Corrupt cop spotted in Chililabombwe

[wpvideo lccm1kPB] A corrupt Zambia Police Officer has been spotted in the video which was shot by the co-driver of the driver who was bribing the police officer to let him pass through through a police check point somewhere in Chililabombwe. Police Spokeserson Esther Katongo said the incidence was embarrassing to the police service. Ms […]

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Maduro wins second term amid claims of vote rigging

Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro has won re-election to another six-year term, in a vote marred by an opposition boycott and claims of vote-rigging. Amid food shortages stemming from a severe economic crisis, just 46% of the electorate turned out to vote. The main opposition candidate, Henri Falcón, rejected the result soon after the polls closed. […]

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Chief Mulundu arrested for alleged murder of his subject

Chief Mulundu of Mwense district in Luapula province has been arrested and detained in connection with the alleged murder of his subject. Luapula Province Police Commissioner Elias Chushi said the traditional leader has been apprehended and detained together with his retainer and two others in connection with the alleged murder. Mr Chushi said police will […]

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Commonwealth Secretary General commends Zambia for National Health Insurance

Commonwealth Secretary General Patricia Scotland has commended Zambia for enacting the National Health Insurance law. Ms. Scotland says the National Health Insurance Scheme is a key ingredient in helping Zambia achieve Universal Health Coverage. The NHI will pool resources that are key in implementing various quality health interventions. She congratulated Zambia for being in the […]

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Construction of Chongwe Nuclear Centre to proceed

The controversial construction of the Chongwe Nuclear and Technology Research Centre in Chongwe will go ahead after Zambia and Russia signed a general contract to kick start its construction. This is despite the residents of Chongwe including the local leadership in the area rejecting the project. Last week, the Zambian government and Russia’s Rosatom have […]

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