State authorities in the north-western US state of Washington have hit back after President Donald Trump threatened to “take back” a police-free district controlled by protesters in Seattle. Governor Jay Inslee said Mr Trump should stay out of the state’s business, and Seattle’s mayor said any invasion of the city would be illegal. Police abandoned […]
111 cases of corona virus has been recorded the last 7 days. 3 Coronavirus associated deaths on the Copperbelt, making a total 10 deaths. Information Minister Dora Siliya has been discharged after testing negative twice. People are still reminded to adhere to social distancing, hand washing and use sanitizer. Today’s 63rd Covid-19 Update was done […]
Schools in Zambia have reopened for examination classes today after over a month of closure caused by the Coronavirus pandemic. Some pupils in grades 7,9 and 12 have reported for class today with measures in some schools checked in Lusaka seemingly in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Pupils entering school premises are all […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Solwezi Municipal Council has continued in the fight against the COVID-19 and yesterday the went round in places of worship to check on the compliance levels among congregates. Solwezi Council Director of Public Health Stanley Mbewe led a team of Public Health Inspectors in monitoring compliance in places of Worship following the […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has donated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Chingola Municipal Council towards the fight against corona virus worth K40, 000. Chingola Council will this Saturday 11th April, 2020 roll out the cleaning, disinfecting and fumigation of markets and bus stations in the district, including major streets, roads and drainages […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola District Commissioner Agnes Tonga has given directive to the council officers to arrest or fine people who are littering and spiting. Ms Tonga said anyone who is found should be dealt with accordingly without remorse so that people become responsible for their actions. She said people should be cautious with what […]
The Independent Observer
Alice Nachilembe
