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By Staff Reporter The Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre (AIPAC) is concerned with the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest statement on Zambia’s deteriorating economy saying the development underscores the pressing need for collective action to address the country’s economic distresses. AIPAC Executive Director Solomon Ngoma says while the centre commends the government’s efforts to […]
By Anthony Chomba Minister of Health, Elijah Muchima, has highlighted the growing threat of diabetes, calling it an emerging public health crisis. In a keynote address delivered on his behalf by Lusaka Provincial Assistant Director, Simulyamana Choonga, during the commemoration of World Diabetes Day, Dr. Muchima revealed that the commonness of diabetes in Zambia was […]
By Comfort Nthala Miners in Kitwe and Mufulira will be fully compensated for their time spent working at Mopani Copper Mines, including the three years they were employed under ZCCM Investment Holdings (ZCCM-IH) prior to the takeover by Delta Investment Holdings, a subsidiary of International Resource Holdings (IRH). Minister of Mines and Minerals Development, Paul […]
By Staff Reporter Vice President Mutale Nalumango has called on citizens to understand that as nation, not much has been invested in the energy sector. The vice president says it is as a result of the little to no investment in the energy sector that has led to the current power situation but also necessitated […]
By Staff Reporter The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has announced a $56.7 million allocation for the rehabilitation of Mokambo Road, set to be financed through a public-private partnership (PPP). Speaking on behalf of the Minster of Housing and Urban Development Charles Milupi Acting Permanent Secretary Doreen Matambo emphasized that the concessionaire for the […]
By Anthony Chomba The European Union has challenged civil society organizations in Zambia to hold government accountable by ensuring that the voices of citizens are heard. EU Head of Cooperation in Zambia, Claudio Bacigalupi, emphasized that civil society groups in the country must work tirelessly to uphold and respect human rights. Mr. Bacigalupi was […]
By Respite Kaoma A 26 Year Old woman of Ipusukilo Township in Kitwe district, is reported to have been raped by one male person she can identify if seen. This incident occurred yesterday, November, 12, 2024 between 15: 00 hours and 16: 00 hours in Riverside area. According to the victim identified as Precious Kapya, […]
By Staff Reporter Mines and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe has warned Mining firms against engaging in irresponsible mining activities that disregard environmental sustainability and the health of the people in the communities they operate in. The ministers remarks follows the discovery that Avocado mining limited in Kalulushi district on the Copperbelt was discharging fumes […]
By Fridah Chalwe Advocacy on Human Development Project Coordinator, Chris Mweemba, was today put to rest at Chatulinga Cemetery in Mufulira District on the Copperbelt Province, following his passing on November 10, 2024, at Ronald Ross General Hospital. In a moving tribute, Mr. Mweemba’s daughter, Luyando, described her father as a remarkable man with […]
By Respite Kaoma Graves at Chingola Cemetery in Kitwe District on the Copperbelt are reported to have sank due to the heavy downpour the district has been experiencing of late. Speaking in an interview with Mafken news, a concerned resident Mark Kaira has lamented over the current situation at the graveyard. Mr. Kaira says […]
