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The Independent Observer

Car Breakers Busted at Dola Hill Mall

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Three car breakers were apprehended at Dola Hill Mall in Ndola for allegedly stealing two Apple iPads and an Apple pencil valued at over K115,000 from a parked vehicle. The incident occurred on September 21, 2024, between 21:40 and 22:00 hours. Lunn Gao, 24, a Chinese national and manager of Lying Dragon […]

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Zambia’s Ambassador to Brazil Takes Helm of Africa Group’s Culture and Media Committee

The Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in Brazil has announced that Zambia’s Ambassador to Brazil, Glynne Namulula Michelo, has assumed leadership of the Culture and Media Committee for the Africa Group in Brazil . This appointment underscores Zambia’s commitment to fostering stronger cultural ties between Africa and Brazil. As chairperson, Ambassador Michelo will lead […]

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FQM Commits to $1.6 Billion Local Procurement, Partners with ZAM

By Staff  Writer First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has announced substantial local purchases amounting to $1.6 billion, with 44% sourced from Zambian-owned companies. Speaking at the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) Gala and Awards Ceremony, Jed Goldstein, FQM’s Head of Infrastructure, emphasized the company’s commitment to increasing local procurement and formalizing its partnership with ZAM. The […]

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Zambia’s Manufacturing Sector Lauded for Innovation and Resilience

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Chipoka Mulenga, has commended Zambian manufacturers for their resilience during the climate-induced energy crisis. Speaking in a speech delivered on his behalf by Crusivia Hichikumba, Permanent Secretary – Industrialisation and Investment at the Ministry of Commerce, at the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) Gala and Awards […]

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Lusaka Police Arrest 136 in Routine Patrols

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Lusaka division police apprehended 136 persons, comprising 128 males and 8 females, during routine patrols conducted from 08:30 hours. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to ensure law and order in the city. Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga stated that the suspects were apprehended in various locations known for criminal activity, including […]

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SP Condemns UPND Violence in Mwansabombwe

By Staff Writer SP Media Director Brian Hapunda has expressed disappointment over the behavior of UPND cadres, who engaged in destructive activities targeting Socialist Party vehicles in Mwansabombwe constituency. This occurred immediately after the announcement of results in the recently concluded Kabelenga by-election. Mr. Hapunda added that the Socialist Party condemns the violence and urges […]

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