Four confirmed measles cases have been recorded in Mpulungu and two cases in the neighbouring Senga District. Northern Province Public Health Specialist PAUL Mayeya said 200 unconfirmed cases have also been reported. And Dr Mayeya said Mungwi District recorded two cases which were suspected to be Cholera but it was discovered that the patients suffered […]
By staff writer The Zambia Meteorological Department is closely monitoring the movements of Tropical Cyclone Freddy which is currently over Madagascar. Speaking in a statement, the department says It will keep the nation informed of any effects it may cause on the country’s weather pattern. The department however said no effects on the prevailing weather […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The United Party for National Development has dismissed claims by the opposition Patriotic Front that it is sponsoring the internal wrangles in their party. UPND National Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa said the PF should not involve the ruling party in house wrangles and affairs of their party. Speaking at a press briefing, Mr […]
Small and Medium Entrepreneurs (SMEs) account for majority of businesses globally and serve a critical role in shaping national economies, through such factors as employment creation, boosting of the local productive capacities, as well as augmenting the local fiscal coffers, among other benefits. As of 2022, according to the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), SMEs are […]
By Staff Writer As climate change continues to affect Zambia’s energy production coupled with the high demand for energy at industrial and household levels, Kalahari Geothemal Energy Company is looking to the future with optimism as their project in Bweengwa nears production level. The company’s target to begin a pilot power generation by 2021 was derailed […]
By Staff Writer Kitwe City Council (KCC) has intensified inspections on foodstuff and public sanitary facilities in restaurants, markets, and other establishments involved in the sale of food to maintain hygiene. KCC Public Relations Manager Mwaka Nakweti said the action is aimed at improving food hygiene and prevent waterborne diseases such as cholera and Typhoid. […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Police have detained Deputy Permanent Secretary for Luapula Province together with Nchelenge and Mwasabombwe District Commissioners for allegedly carrying out mining operations without a license. This follows the report in which Police in Central Province impounded a Sino Tipper truck carrying suspected Sugilite Mineral Ore in which eight people were charged and […]
By Staff Writer Two women of Chambeshi have been injured by gunshots after they were hit by stray bullets when a truck driver fired some gunshot to scare away criminals who wanted to steal from his truck. Copperbelt Police Commanding Officer Peacewell Mweemba confirmed the development and said Trust Sakala 56, of Lusaka stopped along […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Police in Chililabombwe are holding a branch Manager for Bola Bet at Kasumbalesa Border Office for allegedly stealing cash money amounting to K123, 391. The matter was reported to Chililabombwe police station where it was established that the branch Manager used the money for playing the spine. Copperbelt Police Commanding Officer Peacewell […]
A Twenty-year-old woman of Chirundu District died while her daughter survived with injuries after a tree they were seeking shelter in fell on them. The woman identified as Grace Cheelo together with her 1-year-old baby were in their maize field when the incident occurred on February 19, 2023 around 15:00 hours at Makani village in […]
Maimbo Mweemba
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