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15/11/2023

MIKAYA CALLS ON "MADALAS" IN SHIMABALA TO JOIN SPORT
..says there is need to fight NCDs among the aged

SHIMABALA Ward UPND councillor, John Mikaya says plans are underway to introduce the first ever "Madalas" sports in his ward, stating that the move is to promote health lifestyles among elderly persons.

And Mikaya has also stated that female football will soon take centre stage in Shimabala so as to keep the girl child busy and away from bad vices.

Mikaya noticed that a number of elderly persons were having Non - Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension among others due to lack of physical fitness.

He observed that elderly persons in Shimabala have been left out in terms of sports, adding that this had contributed to them getting sick from illnesses which one can easily avoid by engaging in simple physical fitness.

"And that is why the sports leadership here will be having a meeting to chat the way forward on how best we can promote health lifestyles in Shimabala.

We intend to start by introducing an all - inclusive Christmas tournament that will comprise of Madalas football, netball as well as girls soccer", Mikaya said.

"As a councillor concerned about people's health, I am therefore appealing to our elderly persons as well as girls, both school going and out of school to respond positively when we invite them to take part in this year's Christmas tournament which will be the beginning of new era in terms of sports development in Shimabala ward," he said.

Mikaya added that the inclusion of girls soccer is being done in a bid to keep the girl child busy and away from bad vices such as engaging in alcohol abuse as well as illicit sex/drug abuse.

He added that his office together with sports coaches will soon be meeting for a planning meeting ahead of this agenda.

"I hope everyone will come through so that we can see what we can do together and I therefore appeal to others to join us on this journey of promoting health life," said.

09/10/2023

Happy New Week

24/07/2023

BOZ TAKES OVER DBZ

12/03/2023

BOY AGED FIVE IN NEED OF A BEST FRIEND.

By Alice Chisanga.

Like many kids of his age, Wezzy loves to play and move around but his body does not allow him to.

Due to his position of being, the boy can not do many things for himself including feeding.

This calls for his parents to always stay near him to avoid any risk of harm.

The five year old Wezzy was born in a less privaledged family in a rural area in Katanga village of Mafinga District, Muchinga Province.

His parents are very poor and are unable to buy a wheelchair for their child.

This means, the boy can not move to anyplace apart from sitting where he has been left and this sometimes makes him feel lonely and wish he could have a best friend to move him around like other kids move.

A best friend to a child living with physical disability can sometimes be a wheelchair.

But with Wzzy, his parents can not afford one making him remain without mobility.

This is breaking his parents hearts but they can not do anything on there on.

Therefore relying on the help of society.

His father Macloud Muwowo and mother Vitumbiko Muwowo are now on their knees appealing to the general public to come to the aid of their child by assisting with any amount to help them buy a wheelchair which is a best friend in prospect for their child.

Any contribution towards this cause is being received through Mafinga Social Welfare Office through the mobile number 0974049915.

The same number can also be used by individuals and organizations wishing to reach out to young Wezzy.

Like the Bible say, "whoever lenders to the poor, lenders to God."

NB: Share widely until Wezzy gets a Wheelchair.

23/06/2022

ZAMBIA IS BACK IN BUSINESS - HH

"Zambia is back in business, in the Champions league," President of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema told the European Parliament today as he condemned war against Ukraine.

Referring to the results of country’s most recent elections, President Hichilema reiterated Zambia’s commitment to placing people’s interests, reforms, free media, the rule of law, youth and education at the top of his political agenda.

He continued by advocating for enhanced Africa- EU cooperation, increased trade, and additional exchange of knowledge.

And Europian Parliament President Roberta Metsola in introducing Zambia's President to MEP's said Zambia stands as an example of a mature democracy for the whole of the African continent.

He noted that now more than ever, in the current troubled geopolitical context and during Russia’s efforts to increase it's influence in Africa, Zambia’s progress is one which need to be supported.

President Metsola flashed back and reminded Members of the European Parliament that back in 2017 Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the incarceration of President Hichilema on politically motivated charges.

Continuing his speech President Hichilema categorically said no to the war in Ukraine.

He said it was tragic and heart-breaking to witness thousands of lives being lost and millions displaced unnecessarily as a result of an avoidable conflict in Ukraine. He said this, while speaking about peace and security in the world.

Mr. Hichilema further noted the negative impact of the war in Ukrain saying it has been felt in forms of higher fuel, food and fertilizers prices.

He has since urged all parties to focus more on improving the lives of people and not waging war.

02/04/2022

NAVJIVAN PHILANTHROPY SOCIETY HOLDS A.G.M

...............as disability friendly building is commissioned.

By Nawa Raj Humagain

Navjivan Philanthropy Society has celebrated its annual festival. The organization, which has been rehabilitating senior citizens including parents and other street human beings, is constructing a disability-friendly senior citizen building that can accommodate about 100 people on the day of the fourth anniversary of Navjin.

Member of the National Commission for Women Krishna Kumari Poudel was the chief guest at the event. Other noticable faces included television personality Prakash Subedi,Nepal Television program director Deepak Samir, Dr. Udip Shrestha, Surya Kiran Mahila Samiti, Dhaneshwar Mega Samiti, Madan Krishna Sharma and others were present.

Life members, Madan Krishna Sharma, Shambhu Badal, Sushil Pandey, Kanchan Guru, Lama Guru and others were awarded certificates at the same function.

And a correspondent of Kavre Pravah Weekly, Nawa Raj Humagain was honored for his outstanding support in various programs of the organization and for his hard work during Corona's tenure.

Meanwhile Secretary Shanti Tiwari made welcomeremarks at the program.

In his remarks he mentioned that the disability friendly building which has been constructed will also host yoga meditation on the first floor and the second floor will be for senior citizens as President Durganath Dahal expressed confidence that the disability-friendly building would bring relief to many people living with disabilities.

26/03/2022

MAN, IN CHANAMA, MUCHINGA PROVINCE SHOT DEAD BY UNKNOWN PEOPLE AROUND 20:00HRS YESTERDAY.

11/03/2022

RB has breathed his last at 19:00hrs this evening.

R. I. P 😢

10/03/2022

CHILD MARRIAGES AN HINDRANCE TO EDUCATION.
.......As calls are made for stiffer punishment to offenders.

Child marriages has been identified as a great hindrance in shaping the future of a girl child through the provision of Education in rural areas.

And pupils coming from polygamous marriages have greatly been affected by the vice.

According to information availed to the public, majority of male parents who have fathered many children from different women through polygamy lacks financial capabilities to support basic social needs for their children.

This intern has exposed innocent women and children to extreme poverty levels forcing adolescent girls into seeking marriages as an escape route from poverty.

Muyombe Day Secondary School in Mafinga District bemoans child marriages and calls for it's end.

Yesterday, the school hosted a sensitisation meeting on the subject matter under the umbrella of Church Health Association of Zambia( CHAZ) to seek solution to the problem as well as inform the public on the works of the fore mentioned organization.

According to the School Management, CHAZ has taken the responsibility of sponsoring a total of 119 pupils among which 79 are female pupils who should be protected at all cost from falling prey to child marriages.

"Having 119 pupils being sponsored is good news," the head teacher, Mr. Pharaoh Mphande told the meeting. Continuing that some pupils came from families that could not afford providing basic academic needs for their children.

And Justina Nyirongo was at the same meeting cited an exceptionally pupil who invested her stipend in agriculture and yielded massive results benefiting even her physically challenged parents.

Meanwhile the school has been working closely with the Police, Health Department and Community Educators by creating platforms of sensitization to the pupils and the general public, on the dangers of child Marriage.

This was seen to be gradually yielding desired results judging from statistics given by the guidance teacher, Sheila Mulaka who said from January to date, the school has only recorded three cases of child marriages and an additional two teenage pregnancies.

Present at the meeting were representatives from District Education Board Secretary's Office, Senior Chief Muyombe's Palace, Health Department, Police Department, Social Security, Religious Leaders, Traditional Leaders, Community Educators and other Members of the Public.

19/02/2022

AFRICA AND EUROPE SIGN A JOINT VISION.

EU and AU leaders have agreed on a joint vision for a renewed partnership.

The aims of the partnership are solidarity, security, peace ,sustainable and sustained economic development.

This is predicted to enhance prosperity for the citizens of the two Unions and bring together people, regions and organisations.

The deal will also promote common priorities, shared values, and international law.

This will add to the preserving interests and common public goods, that includes the protection of human rights for all, gender equality and women's empowerment in all spheres of life, promoting the rule of law, taking actions to preserve the climate, environment and biodiversity.

Sustainable and inclusive economic growth and the fight against inequalities will also be promoted.

The leaders have since announced an Africa - Europe Investment Package of EUR 150 billion. The money will support a common ambition for 2030 and AU Agenda 2063.

The investment package will help build more diversified, inclusive, sustainable and resilient economies.

Meanwhile Zambia's head of state Hakainde Hichilema has left Belgium to Italy, where he is scheduled to hold a meeting with the Pope of the Catholic Church.

The President has reported that the meeting went smoothly with the Pope and has since left Italy and is heading back home.

18/02/2022

SECOND SECTION OF ROUNDTABLES CONTINUES AT AU - EU SUMMIT AS W.H.O REVIEWS COUNTRIES TO PRODUCE FIRST mRNA VACCINES IN AFRICA.

By Alice Chisanga

The second section of thematic roundtables has continued at AU - EU Summit in Brussels.

Australia, Portugal and Benin Co- Chaired issues of education, culture, vocational training, migration and mobility.

Agriculture and sustainable development has been handled by Greece, Ireland, and Kenya as Belgium, German, Rwanda and South Africa dealt with health systems and vaccine production.

And World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced today that Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa and Tunisia will be the first African Countries to receive the technology needed to produce mRNA vaccines.

The announcement was made at a ceremony hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Council, France and South Africa and with the respective Presidents of each in attendance.

World Health Organisation Director General Tedros Adhanom says the WHO mRNA technology transfer hub is part of a larger effort to empower low and middle - income countries to produce their own vaccines, medicines and diagnostics to achieve universal health coverage.

Meanwhile President Charles Michel, European Council says there is need to create an environment where every scientist, health worker, and government can band together for a common cause of building solutions that protect health and lives.

Mr. Michel notes the need to ensure all countries build necessary capacity to produce their own vaccines and other health technologies

17/02/2022

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17/02/2022

BUSINESS GETS BUSY AT AU - EU SUMMIT AS LEADERS TAKE THE ROUNDTABLES.

By Alice Chisanga

The aim of the Summit, is to launch an ambitious Africa - Europe investment package with consideration.

And leaders are expected to discuss how both continents can build great prosperity.

With this view, Presidents from various Countries have been assigned special topics to discuss with experts in order to reach consecutive conclusions that benefit both continents.

And France, Italy, Senegal and Ivory Coast took the Co- Chairing of the first thematic round table dealing with financing for sustainable and inclusive growth.

The next round table had matters to do with Climate Change, Energy transition, Digital, transport connectivity and infrastructure was Co- Chaired by Denmark, Estonia, Egypt and Congo Brazzaville.

Peace, security and governance are important matters when it comes to investment and this important topic was given Spain, Mouritiania and Ghana to handle.

While Finland, Neverland, Angola and Botswana took the fourth and final table for today on matters of private sector support and economic integration.

Three more thematic tables are set for Presidents tommorow to discuss matters related to Health, Education and Agriculture.

The discussions are being attended by Presidents and experts in the fields of discussion.

17/02/2022

AU - EU SUMMIT KICKS OFF IN BRUSSELS.

By Alice Chisanga.

The 6th European Union - African Union Summit has started today.

Opening the ceremony, President of the European Commission Vonder Leyen reviewed the need to invest in quality infrastructure that connects people, goods and services.

Mr. Leyen said the European Union Commission was ready to invest EUR 150 Billion to Africa for at least seven years.

The money which he said was intended to catalyse investment especially in energy infrastructure and transport corridors naming roads, railways and waterways.

" It is the connection of energy, electricity and transport that widely opens the door to the African free trade area." He Said.

Mr. Leyen added health and entrepreneurship to his choice of investment.

17/02/2022

President Hakainde Hichilema met with President of the European Council Charles Michel earlier today.

16/02/2022

EUROPEAN COUNCIL PRESIDENT DEBATE ON EU - RUSSIA RELATIONS AHEAD OF THE EU-AU SUMMIT.

By Alice Chisanga.

At least eight deligations and leaders of African and European Governments are arriving in Brussels to negotiate a strategic partnership between the two continents. European Council President, Charles Michel has said.

In his remarks at the European Parliament Debate on EU - Russia relation, European Security and Russia's military threat against Meraine, Mr. Michel says the extremely serious situation in Eastern Europe as crept into all of their agendas.

He says Russia has undertaken an unprecedented military escalation against Ukraine, adding that the Russian authorities have repeatedly said they have no aggressive intentions towards this sovereign country.

This is despite already annexing part of Ukrainian territory, Crimea, in 2014 and constantly undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty, especially in eastern Ukraine.

Mr. Michel continues that the escalation not only endangers the stability and integrity of Ukraine but also threatens peace and security in Europe, and the rules-based international system.

"We, the EU, Member States and our NATO allies are working together at every level, on a daily basis, consulting politically and acting together." He says.

Mr. Michel reviews that the European Council is working at a level of intensity and quality that has not been seen for years adding that they are working with strengthened unity.

Zambia, Tanzania, Egypt and Guinea Bissau are among African Countries whose leaders have already arrived in Brussels.

On 17th and 18th February 2022, the heads of states or government of the African Union and European Union will meet for a summit in Brussels.

12/02/2022

300,000 TREES TO BE PLANTED ACROSS LUSAKA.

Lusaka City Mayor, Her Worship Ms. Chilando Chitangala says she will plant over three hundred thousand (300,000) plants by the end of the year under the Plant a Tree with the Mayor Campaign.

She was speaking during a tree planting exercise that was done at Mandevu, Heros Stadium, SOS and Mandevu Roundabouts this morning.

The move is neccessited by the need to combat climate change and also keep the city green.

She said the excercise will also help replace trees that were lost during the expansion of roads and other developmental activities in the city.

The Mayor was joined by Raphael Chota Ward Councillor Boniface Bwalya, Justine Kabwe Ward Councillor Elijah Mwenya and Mpulungu Ward Councillor Mwango Chileshe.

10/02/2022

Experts in Social Development Commission Highlight Protection Gaps, Structural Inequities, as Delegates Detail Efforts to Build Back Stronger from COVID-19

By Alice Chisanga.

The Commission for Social Development has continued its 2022 session seeking ideas from Governments and United Nations experts alike about the best ways to combat poverty and hunger.

The commission seeks to find ways to get back on track in the third year of the pandemic in order to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

In the morning, a subsidiary body of the Economic and Social Council — held a high-level panel discussion with development experts on emerging issues, examining how national policies and measures are helping to combat poverty and hunger during the COVID-19 pandemic and how States can promote inclusive and equitable recovery.

The Commission will reconvene at 3 p.m. Zambian time, to continue its sixtieth session.

09/02/2022

LCC TO START DISTRIBUTION OF COVID PREVENTION AND HYGIENE MATERIALS IN SCHOOLS

Lusaka City Council will this week begin the distribution of COVID prevention and Hygiene materials in various schools in the district under the Safe Back to School Campaign.

The materials include 160 Hand sanitizers, 80 Thermometers, 80 Waste Bins, 80 Bulk Bags and Hygiene packages which will be given to 80 schools through the Green Schools Partnership Program.

This came to light after LCC, Lusaka Water Security Initiative (LuWSI), WaterAid and GIZ paid a courtesy call on the Lusaka District Education Board Secretary (DEBS) , Mr. Teddy Chibwe to update him on the progress of the program.

Speaking during the courtesy call, LCC Director of Public Health Mr Christopher Mtonga said that the training of Zonal guidance teachers has already been done among other activities required prior to kick starting the program.

Mr Mtonga observed that the program offers are an opportunity to reach out to the public on other hygiene related issues.

09/02/2022

NAKACHINDA’S LIES ON ME PURE EVIL

I have seen on social media, a disturbing video by Rapheal Nakachinda making unprovoked, scurrilous allegations imputing an improper relationship between me one the one side and President Hakainde Hichilema and Minister of Justice Malambo Haimbe on the other.

These senseless attacks against my personal and professional reputations represents some of the darkest forms of evil one can willy-nilly manufacture against an innocent person.

Hon. Haimbe has neither blackmailed me nor arranged any meeting for me with President Hichilema. In my entire life, I have neither spoken nor met Hon. Haimbe. I do not, as falsely alleged, have any pending appointment with the President today nor in the foreseeable future.

I am completely unaware of any criminal charges that former President Edgar Lungu may be facing for me to testify against him on such matters. No one in the UPND has asked me about any alleged indiscretions or criminal behavior by any member of the previous administration. Therefore, any such fears are self-inflicted nightmares about things that may or may not have happened.

It is therefore mischievous in the extreme, and brazenly evil that Raphael Nakachinda, a documented perennial fraudster, has elected to front me in his bid to perpetuate his parasitic relationship with the former president.

It is unfortunate that Raphael Nakachinda, a patently dishonest person, seems to have curved for himself a successful career out impugning reputations of others. But I want to serve notice that he, and his sponsors won’t enjoy any fruits of evil out of their malicious mention of me, now or in the future.

In the meantime, I have sought legal advice on this libelous video which he widely circulated last night, February 8,2022.

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01/02/2022

PREPARING FOR A CYCLONE.

By Alice Chisanga.

The past few days has seen tropical Ana causing torrential rainfall, floods and strong wind.

According to the latest report by International Panel for Climate Change, the earth continues to warm because of human induced climate change, projecting the whole continent to experience greater frequency of heavy rainfall.

With more heavy rainfall expected over the weekend, more people could be affected and further damage and loss of lives.

Though it's hard to avoid damage to property, we can actually do something to prepare for a cyclone and it all starts with having fact checked information on how to go about the entire process.

Making use of the correct information can help you save some members of your family, including yourself.

How then do you prepare?

First of all, you need to ensure all your family members are in one place before the Cyclone happen. This is not the right time to let your children play outside or at the neighbours house. You need to make sure that they are right at home for there own safety.

Then together you draw up a cyclone plan and prepare an emergency kit. Every member of the family including little ones need to know what's in the emergency kit and how to use those items.

Taking of a cyclone plan, it is a plan that shows your actions, before, during and after the cyclone. Like how you are going to protect yourself, where you will stay during the cyclone and how you are going to move to safety if things goes bad.

You can also include things like; when family members will be and will not be home or were to hide if the house begin collapsing.

In you emergency kit you need to have a torch with spare batteries, candles and water proof matches for lighting.

Non perishable foods, bottled water for each person of the family, essential medicines, money, simple blankets ( or anything to keep warm), face masks, important documents such as school certificate,drivers licence, passports, NRCs and include a family photo or photos of family members just Incase it gets worse and you decide to evacuate the area and one goes missing, the photo will be used when searching for that person. Mobile phone charger should also be included.

Remember you need to prepare should in advance because when the cyclone happen in an area, there is little time for people to think.

The effects of climate change are becoming more frequent and severe and people need to stay alert and prepared.

27/01/2022

DNA Test made free at any Government Clinic or Hospital starting June this year.

Minister of Health, Nigeria.

27/01/2022

At least 14 people are reported dead in a Maamba District accident.

The accident involved a bus belonging to United Church of Zambia and a Truck.

Below is the picture of a landcruser transporting deceased bodies to the mortuary.

24/01/2022

Continuous protests in Malawi force President Chakwera to dissolve the entire cabinet.

12/01/2022

PRUDENTIAL ANNOUNCES AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS 2021 SPONSPORSHIP

Prudential Africa has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to become the official insurance partner of the 33rd edition of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021.

At a press conference to announce the sponsorship, Eric Mboma, Chief Representative Officer, Prudential Northern Africa Region said the sponsorship underscores Prudential’s commitment to the African continent.

“As we grow our business in Africa, we also want to support the passion and talent of its people. Africans share a common love for football and we are honored to be part of a tournament that unites the continent and brings together the brightest talents of African football.”

Commenting on the partnership, Confederation of African Football (CAF) General Secretary Mr. Véron Mosengo-Omba said he is excited and pleased to have on board Prudential as a partner.

Mr. Mosengo-Omba said the two shares a common purpose in their commitment to developing local talent as well as driving prosperity for the people of Africa.

12/01/2022

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12/01/2022

PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA SAYS TERRORISM CANNOT BE PERMITTED TO CONTINUE IN SADC REGION.

By Alice Chisanga.

President of South Africa and Chairperson of Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defense and Security operations says terrorism cannot be permitted to continue thriving in the SADC region.

Speaking at the Extraordinary Troika Summit in Lilongwe, President Ramaphosa said allowing terrorism in the region would reverse the stability and progress SADC has made in the four decades of it's existence.

He said the region has resolved that acts of terrorism and violent extremism that has led to loss of lives, property and displacement of people, especially women and children, cannot be allowed to continue without a proportionate response.

Mr. Ramaphosa noted the significant progress that has been recorded since the deployment of SADC Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM) saying the security situation in Cabo Delgado is also improving.

This he said is proved by internally displaced persons returning to their homes and resuming their normal lives.

He said the efforts of the Mission in working in collaboration with the Mozambican Defence Force, has created safe passage to facilitate the provision of humanitarian assistance to the population affected by terrorist activities.

Dispite the positive achievements, Mr. Ramaphosa says there has been challenges such as casualties suffered by SAMIM and the Mozambican Defence Force.

Continuing that SADC would forever cherish the service of troops who died in the mission in their contribution to peace and security of the region.

12/01/2022

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12/01/2022

SADC CONSIDERS REPORT OF TROIKA.

By Alice Chisanga

Southern Africa Development Community Extraordinary Summit has considered the report of the Organ Troika Summit plus Personnel Contributing Countries (PCCs) and the Republic of Mozambique held yesterday in Lilongwe.

The Summit commended the SAMIM leadership and the troops for conducting successful operations in Mozambique and acknowledged the achievements that has been recorded since the deployment of the Mission in July 2021.

Solidarity exhibited in the form of food pledges made by the Republics of Malawi, South Africa and Zimbabwe in order to alleviate the suffering faced by the internally displaced persons in the Cabo Delgado Province in Mozambique could not be overlooked as the Summit approved the Framework for Support to the Republic of Mozambique in addressing terrorism which outlines, among others, actions for consolidating peace, security and socio-economic recovery of the Cabo Delgado Province.

SADC Chairperson Lazarus Chakwera noted the good progress made since the deployment of the SADC Mission in Mozambique and extended its mandate with associated budgetary implications.

Dr. Chakwera says SADC will continue to monitor the situation in Mozambique going forwards.

12/01/2022

Burial of five Journalists who died in a car accident in Tanzania yesterday.

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