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The Independent Observer

Ramaphosa lays out plan to fix SA energy crisis

Following three weeks of the worst power cuts in South Africa’s history, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a raft of interventions aimed at solving South Africa’s energy crisis. These include improving power utility Eskom’s performance as well as opening up electricity generation to private companies. It follows 10 days of extensive discussions with energy experts […]

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Tunisian leader celebrates expected referendum win

The Tunisian president, Kais Saied, has been celebrating his apparent victory in a referendum on a new constitution that gives him almost unlimited powers. Mr Saied appeared in front of jubilant supporters in the early hours of the morning – after an exit poll indicated that more than 90% of those who had voted had […]

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KPF go top in Rugby League

By Mercy CheweKPF have opened a one point lead at the top of the National Rugby League table despite losing their latest game at the weekend. KPF lost 6-0 to Diggers in the Kitwe derby at home but earned a bonus point that moved them to 42 points from ten matches played. Diggers stayed third […]

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Chipangali Council drills 12 boreholes

The Chipangali Town Council has drilled 12 Boreholes in the District to enhance access to safe and clean drinking water to the people of Chipangali District The first phase of drilling boreholes in the District is in line with Government policy of reaching universal coverage of access to safe and clean drinking. Chipangali Town Council Secretary […]

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Esther Lungu supporter warned against unlawful assembly at DEC By Staff Writer Former First Lady Esther Lungu supporters planning to assembly at the Drug Enforcement Commission following her Summoning have been warned by the Police. The Inspector General of Police Lemmy Kajoba said it is a normal practice for Law Enforcement Agencies when making an […]

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Demolitions of houses at state lodge worries LM

By Staff Writer The Leadership Movement (LM) is concerned with the Demolition of seven houses in Lusaka’s state Lodge area. LM Media Director Tatila Tatila said instead of Government taking action on Politicians occupying illegal land in forest 27, they allow the Demolition of 7 Houses at state lodge.  Mr Tatila said the plight of   […]

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Cost of living will stabilize-Nchanga MP

By MAIMBO MWEEMBANchanga Member of Parliament Derricky Chilundika has assured residents in the constituency to remain patient as government is working on ensuring that the cost of living stabilizers. Speaking at a homily at 12 apostles Catholic Church, Mr Chilundika said that once the economy is stabilized, the cost of essential commodities will be affordable. […]

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Lusaka woman raped, killed by unknown people

A-27-year-old Lusaka Woman has been raped and murdered by unknown people in Zingalume Township. The body of Rabecca Busumili was found few meters away from her house with her clothes scattered. Some residents found the body around 05:00 hours in the morning. Janet Zulu the aunty to the victim says the victim left home on […]

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World Bank lead remediation loan, bad debt for Zambia

By Staff Writer CSO Lead consortium in Zambia has urged the New Dawn Government to negotiate with World Bank for the cancellation of a loan for Kabwe Lead Remediation under the Zambia Mining and Environmental Remediation and Improvement Project (ZMERIP). CSO Lead Consortium in Zambia Director, Eugene Chibilika said he is not satisfied with the implementation of the […]

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Lubambe told to stop retrenching workers

By MAIMBO MWEEMBAMines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe has directed Lubambe copper Mine in Chililabombwe to put their house in order and avoid retrenching workers. Mr Kabuswe said that the mine has one of the Richest copper ore bodies in the world, that is why they cannot continue running the mine as kiosk. Speaking […]

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