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The Independent Observer

Reconsider teacher recruitment age-Youth Activist

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Copperbelt based youth activist Geshom Phiri says the decision by ministry to label as ineligible teachers above 45 years is violation of human rights. Mr Phiri said that it also abrogates the basis of teacher selection as it lacks substance. He said that the ministry of education should therefore rescind the decision, […]

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Zambia, Zimbabwe plans an Agro-idustrial park MoU

By Staff Writer Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Permanent Secretary, Chawe Chuulu says Zambia and Zimbabwe plans to establish a Common Agro-Industrial Park. Ms Chuulu said the agro-industrial park will prioritise farm produce grown in the two neighboring countries This is part of the Memorandum of Understanding that was signed virtually between the two […]

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ZESCO Solwezi FC crowned champions

By CLOZZEN BIKALE ZESCO Solwezi FC has been crowned North Western province champions after 1-0 win against Solwezi Academy. FAZ North Western Province Provincial Chairperson Arthur Kamulosu congratulated the winning team. He said their dedication and hard work has led them to finishing top of the table. Kamulosu challenged ZESCO Solwezi to work hard and […]

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 Frankie Musonda cleared to play for Chipolopolo

By Mercy Chewe The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that it has cleared Scotland based defender Frankie Musonda to feature for Chipolopolo. He was born in England to a Zambian father and English mother. Ministry spokesperson Nephas Chifuta said the citizenship board has already issued authority for Musonda, 24, to be issued with the […]

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Govt to consult before signing treaty

Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Mwiimbu says Government will be ready to sign Treaties and Protocols after consulting widely with the Zambian people. He said the Government would only sign and ratify Treaties that had a positive bearing on the Zambian people. The Minister said as the situation stands, Zambia is not […]

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N/Western Chamber applauds FQM’s investment

By CLOZZEN BIKALA The North-Western Province Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NWPCCI) has applauded First Quantum Minerals’ US$1.35 billion investment package saying its members are ready to capitalise on the opportunities. The mining firm recently approved plans to invest US$1.25 billion in its expansion of Kansanshi’s operations in Solwezi known as the ‘S3’ project and […]

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Man city wins sixth PL title

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said his side were “legends” after they secured their fourth Premier League title in five seasons. City won the league by a point over challengers Liverpool with a stunning 3-2 comeback win against Aston Villa on the final day at Etihad Stadium. It is Guardiola’s 11th trophy in six years since coming […]

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Copperbelt Netball League kickoff

By Mercy Chewe The 2022 Copperbelt Netball Association League has kicked off with defending champions Kansanshi Foundation recording a win. Kansanshi have launched the Copperbelt Netball Association league season with a 32-22 victory over Community Queens. Solwezi based Kansanshi on Saturday edged Community Queens of Kitwe 32-22 in one of the Week One games played […]

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