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The Independent Observer

Batoka Innovation hands over three-classroom block, teacher’s house and community hall to Nsongwe Village

By Staff Writer Batoka Innovation, a wholly Zambianowned company, has officially handed over a three-classroom block and a two-bedroom teacher’s house at Nsongwe Primary School, and a community hall, to the people of Nsongwe Village in Kazungula District, Southern Province. Three projects were carried out by Nsongwe Properties Limited, an affiliate of Batoka Innovation, at […]

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Chingola man 20 nabbed for alleged aggravated robbery

By ALICE NACHILEMBE A 20-year-old man from Kasompe area in Chingola has been arrested for allegedly attempting to rob his former boss, a Chinese national. According to Copperbelt Police Commissioner Peacewell Mweemba, Daniel Mwansa attacked Jacy Chine, 34, using a Teza gun and grabbed a bag containing, K1000 cash, A Vivo mobile phone valued at […]

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“Much more than a transport corridor” – why investors are betting on the Lobito corridor

The multi-country railway line connecting major mineral hubs in Angola, the DRC and Zambia continues to attract global support and financing. President Biden’s recent visit has further underscored the strategic importance of the Lobito Corridor, with new investments and partnerships. Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Much fanfare surrounded US President Biden’s inaugural Africa trip, with […]

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Fashion Sakala Urged to Apologize to Coach Grant

By Staff Writer Football administrator, Bernard Moyo, has advised Zambia national team striker Fashion Sakala to apologize to coach Avram Grant over his recent phone call conversation that has sparked controversy. Earlier this year, Sakala made a negative comment against Grant in a leaked phone conversation with FAZ Communications Manager Sydney Mungala. Since then, Grant […]

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Naboonga Secondary School presents Intensive Holiday Lessons

BOOST YOUR GRADES THIS HOLIDAY! Naboonga Secondary School presents Intensive Holiday Lessons for Grade 8, 10, and 11 students! Join us from December 9th to 20th, 2024, and benefit from: Expert teaching from our team of qualified and experienced staff Personalized attention to enhance individual academic performance Affordable fees: Day Scholars: K250.00 Boarding (Naboonga pupils): […]

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Construction Worker Stabbed to Death in Chililabombwe

By ALICE NACHILEMBE A 29-year-old employee of Hounding Construction Company, subcontracted by Lubambe Copper Mine, was stabbed to death by a fellow worker following a dispute. The incident occurred on December 3, 2024, at around 23:30 hours at the Lubambe Copper Mine camp in Chililabombwe. According to Copperbelt Police Commanding Officer Peacewell Mweemba, the victim, […]

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ZNBC to air ECL eligibility case judgment Live

ZNBC will, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, broadcast live Constitutional Court proceedings on the eligibility case of former President, Edgar Lungu. The court proceedings, which will start at 09 hours, will be broadcast on TV 1, Radio 1, 2, and 4, with a live stream, available on the ZNBC Today Facebook page. ZNBC Head Corporate […]

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