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Zamtel erects 658 new sites countrywide

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Zamtel erects 658 new sites countrywide

State run telecoms firm Zamtel has announced that it has so far erected 658 new communication towers countrywide.

Zamtel Chief Executive Officer Sydney Mupeta said the 658 new sites are part of the 1009 new communication towers to be erected as part of the GRZ Communication Tower project.

Mr Mupeta said the remaining 351 sites are planned for completion within this year.

He was speaking on Thursday when Zamtel commissioned a new communication tower at Chiwawatala Basic School in Mambwe District in the Eastern Province.

“In Eastern Province alone, we had 46 sites before commissioning the GRZ project. So far we have added 51communications sites on the network under the project bringing the total number of sites in Eastern Province to 97,” Mr Mupeta said.

“This leaves us with 57 sites to be commissioned within the year. As you can see, Eastern Province alone will have a total of 154 sites which will result in increased access to communication to a number of areas in this region,” he said.

Mr Mupeta said Zamtel views Eastern Province as a region with massive economic potential which makes a great contribution to the economic development of Zambia.

“We believe that adequate communication services will play an important part in realizing this potential.”

Officiating, Eastern Province Minister Makebi Zulu commended Zamtel for extending the network coverage to Mambwe District.

Mr Zulu who is also area Member of Parliament said the provision of communication services will help government roll out various services such as the Cash Transfer Scheme and the e-Voucher programme.

And at the launch event, Zamtel provided 100 low-cost handsets to the local people at a cost of K20 while Mr Zulu purchased a further 300 handsets to be given out for free to people.

Zamtel CEO Sydney Mupeta hands over some low cost handsets to Chief Mukanya of the Kunda people of Mambwe District during the commissioning of the communications tower in the area
Zamtel CEO Sydney Mupeta hands over some low cost handsets to Chief Mukanya of the Kunda people of Mambwe District during the commissioning of the communications tower in the area

12 foreign Buildcon players and Coach detained for playing in Zambia illegally

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12 foreign Buildcon players and Coach detained for playing in Zambia illegally

The Department of Immigration in Ndolahas detained 12 foreign players and the coach of Buildcon football club for various immigration offences.

This was in a routine operation conducted on Thursday, 5th March, 2020 at Levy Mwanawasa stadium aimed at screening all foreign staff employed by the football club.

The Serbian coach, Ivan Coric was taken into custody after it was discovered that he was holding an expired temporary employment permit while the 12 players detained include 3 Ghanaians, 3 Rwandese, 2 Congolese, 1 Cameroonian, 1 Burundian, 1 South African and 1 Ivorian.

According to Immigration Department Public Relations Officer, Namati Nshinka, most of the players in detention were holding expired temporary employment permits, while some had either overstayed their business visits or were in contravention of terms and conditions of their employment permits.

Mr. Nshinka said all 13 remain in custody, pending further immigration formalities.

Buildcon’s game against Nakambala Leopards which was scheduled to take place on Saturday has since been postponed to a later date.

President Lungu saddened by death of 26 people

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President Lungu saddened by death of 26 people

President Edgar Lungu says it is unfortunate that 26 people have died in one day, who could have contributed national development.

President Lungu said he is disturbed that a second tragic accident has happened on Kitwe-Kalulushi Road, claiming 14 lives, few hours after the first mishap occurred on Ndola-Kapiri Road leaving 12 people dead.

“It is with deep regret that l have learnt of the second accident which has claimed 14 people bringing the number of those who have died in two separate accidents in one day to 26. I sympathise with the families who have lost their loved ones in this latest disaster,” he said.

And the Head of State has urged the Road Traffic and Safety Agency (RTSA) and Zambia Police Service to ensure that they work closely to bring sanity on the roads across the country.

This is according to a statement released to ZANIS by Special Assistant to the President for Press and Public Relations, Isaac Chipampe.

And the Road Transport and Safety Agency is deeply saddened at the tragic loss of lives following two separate road traffic accidents that have claimed 26 lives today.

12 people died in a road traffic accident when a Rosa Bus collided head-on with a Volvo truck along the Ndola-Kapiri Mposhi road in the early hours of today.

Another fatal road traffic accident was recorded this afternoon around 13:00 hours when a Toyota Hiace minibus collided head-on with a foreign truck along the Kitwe-Kalulushi road leaving fourteen people dead.

RTSA Director and Chief Executive Officer Gladwell Banda has described the two accidents which have claimed a total number of 26 lives as a disaster.

Mr Banda has called for support from all stakeholders to put an end to the spiraling numbers of road traffic accidents which have now become a public health concern.

This is contained in a statement issued to the Media by RTSA Head of Public Relations Fredrick Mubanga.

Kuomboka Ceremony date set to April 4, 2020

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Kuomboka Ceremony date set to April 4, 2020

The Barotse Royal Establishment -BRE- has set April 4, 2020 as date for this year’s Kuomboka Ceremony.

Barotse Royal Establishment Ngambela Mukela Manyando made the announcement today in Limulunga Royal district.

Ngambela Mukela also disclosed that this year’s ceremony will be extraordinary as the Litunga, King Lubosi Imwiko the second will also be clocking 20 years on the throne.

The Ngambela further disclosed that King Lubosi will also be celebrating 20 years as traditional ruler bringing the years of celebrations to 40 because he also served as senior Chief for Lukulu from 1980 to 2000.

He has since invited all well – wishers to join in the preparation of the 2020 Kuomboka Ceremony and also attend the prestigious ceremony that will be held in Limulunga Royal Village of Western Province.

Government has made significant progress in institutionalizing the prevention of corruption-President Lungu

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Government has made significant progress in institutionalizing the prevention of corruption-President Lungu

PRESIDENT Edgar Chagwa Lungu has reiterated government’s commitment to fighting Corruption across the Board.

Speaking during his address to Parliament today, President Edgar Lungu said that his government under the corruption prevention interventions has introduced Anti-Corruption content in the school curriculum at primary and secondary meant to instill high integrity values in young people.

President Lungu noted the significant progress made to further institutionalize prevention of corruption adding that in 2019, 30 more integrity Committees were established in both public and private sectors bringing the total number to 94.

He said that the efforts being put in place are practical steps in closing all leaking taps in the management of public funds.

“With Regard to prosecutions, the anti-corruption commission secured 17 convictions and recorded seven acquittal during the period under review” President Lungu said.

The head of state urged individuals, the public sector as well as non state actors to continue partnering with Government in the fight against corruption.

“We must all hate Corruption in order to fight and eradicate it because corruption is the number one enemy of sustainable development and good governance,” He said .

Rodgers Kola Snubbed For 2020 CHAN Selection

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Micho has named a provisional member 2020 CHAN team that will face Malawi in a friendly next week.

Chipolopolo will host Malawi on March 12 in a friendly at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka.

The team includes Zanaco and Zesco United players who have been unavailable due to pressing CAF Confederation Cup and league obligations respectively.

But notably missing from the list is Zanaco striker Rodgers Kola who has been in great form in both league and continental action with 11 and 6 goals respectively.

Nkwazi striker Emmanuel Chabula who has scored one league goal this season and Tapson Kaseba who scored three at Green Eagles before adding a fourth when he moved to Napsa Stars have both made the team.

Kabwe Warriors striker Jimmy Ndhlovu who is enjoyed a great 2019/20 season with ten goals, returns to the Chipolopolo fold for the first time in four years.

Regular call-up and Buildcon defender Isaac Shamujompa is out of the team due to injury.

But Zesco United’s experienced defensive quartet of Adrian Chama, Simon Silwimba, Mwila Phiri and Clement Mwape are in the team.

2019 COSAFA U20 Player of the tournament and Nkana midfielder Patrick Gondwe is set for his senior debut against Malawi.

Micho is expected to trim the team prior to departure for a three-match friendly tour of East Africa that will see Zambia play Uganda and Mali in a three-nation cup in Kampala on March 17 and March 19 respectively.
Zambia will also play Ethiopia in Addis Ababa on March 21 in transit back to Lusaka to prepare for their 2021 AFCON Group H qualifier doubleheader against Botswana at home on March 26 and away on March 29.

PROVISIONAL SQUAD
GOALKEEPERS: Toaster Nsabata (Zanaco), Jackson Kakunta, Lawrence Mulenga (both Power Dynamos), Lameck Siame (Kabwe Warriors), Allan Chibwe (Nkana)

DEFENDERS: Adrian Chama, Clement Mwape, Mwila Phiri, Simon Silwimba (All Zesco United), Dominic Chanda, Zachariah Chilongoshi (both Kabwe Warriors), Benson Sakala (Power Dynamos), Luka Banda, Luka Ng’uni (both Napsa Stars), Gift Zulu, Lyson Thole (both Nkana), Paul Banda (Lusaka Dynamos)

MIDFIELDERS: Patrick Gondwe (Nkana), Gozon Mutale (Green Eagles), Charles Zulu, Kelvin Kapumbu (both Zanaco), Leonard Mulenga, Robin Siame (both Green Buffaloes), Chaniza Zulu (Lumwana), Rally Bwalya, Kennedy Musonda (both Power Dynamos), Amity Shamende (Green Eagles), Bruce Musakanya (Red Arrows), Webster Muzaza (Forest Rangers)

STRIKERS: Collins Sikombe (Napsa Stars), Emmanuel Chabula (Nkwazi), Francisco Mwepu (Red Arrows), Kelvin Mubanga (Nkana), Tapson Kaseba (Green Eagles), Jimmy Ndhlovu (Kabwe Warriors)

There is need for opposition political parties to work with government-Nawakwi

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There is need for opposition political parties to work with government-Nawakwi

Forum for Democracy Development (FDD) President Edith Nawakwi says there is need for opposition political parties to work with government to address the various challenges the country is experiencing.

Ms. Nawakwi says politicians have a role to play in retaining the country’s national values and morals.

She says opposition political parties can work together with government despite having divergent ideas.

Ms. Nawakwi says what divides the country are politicians who want power at all costs and end up painting a bad picture about the country to the world that opposition political parties cannot work together.

She says for opposition political parties showing up at Parliament during President Lungu’s address shows the country’s character of unity and coming together to find solutions to issues the country is facing.

Ms. Nawakwi was speaking in an interview with ZNBC News in Lusaka today.

President Lungu calls for the stiffen of laws against Gender Based Violence and child defilement

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President Lungu calls for the stiffen of laws against Gender Based Violence and child defilement

President Edgar Lungu says the increasing number of child defilement cases, remains a great concern for the government.

Addressing Parliament, Friday morning, on the Progress made in the Application of National Values and Principles, President Lungu said there is need to stiffen laws on the protection of the rights of children against social vices such as defilement, child marriages and teen pregnancies.

President Lungu however noted that sensitisation programmes against these vices have resulted in an increase in the number of cases being reported and dealt with.

“A total of 2,653 cases of defilement comprising 2,637 girls and 16 boys were reported throughout the country in 2019, while 2,578 were reported in 2018 of which 2,574 were girls and 4 were boys,” President Lungu said.

The Head of State stressed that more still needs to be done in addressing this challenge and has therefore implored traditional leaders, families, the church, civil society and law enforcement agencies to redouble their efforts in protecting innocent children.

“Families must desist from the temptation of protecting perpetrators from facing the law,” President Lungu added.

Meanwhile, President Lungu also expressed sadness that Gender based violence cases have continued to increase despite various measures put in place.

He said GBV continues to erode the moral fibre of society, hence the need to inculcate good morals in children at a tender age so that they grow into respectable citizens.

President Lungu said it is saddening to note that the number of GBV cases reported countrywide increased from 22,073 in 2018 to 25,121 in 2019 and that majority of victims were women and girls, accounting for 19,720 cases.

He said while he appreciates the efforts being made to report the cases, collective effort should be on reducing the incidences of Gender Based Violence in communities.

And President Lungu disclosed that to facilitate the protection, rehabilitation and legal support to GBV victims, 32 one-stop centres have been established in selected hospitals in all the ten provinces.

“We have also continued to establish fast track courts across the country. We now have 7 fast track courts, with one additional fast track court having been established in Kitwe in 2019,” he added

President Lungu said the courts are facilitating the speedy disposal of Gender Based Violence cases.

President Lungu’s address to parliament in Pictures

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President Lungu’s address to parliament in Pictures

Parliament

President Lungu greeting PF MPs
President Lungu greeting PF MPs
President Lungu Greeting Transport and Communication Minister
President Lungu Greeting Transport and Communication Minister
President Lungu Greeting UPND Opposition MPs
President Lungu Greeting UPND Opposition MPs
President Lungu Shaking hands with UPND Deputy Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa at parliament while the Speaker of the National Assembly Looks on
President Lungu Shaking hands with UPND Deputy Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa at parliament while the Speaker of the National Assembly Looks on
President Lungu Shaking hands with UPND Members of Parliament Situmbeko Musokotwane and Jack Mwiimbu
President Lungu Shaking hands with UPND Members of Parliament Situmbeko Musokotwane and Jack Mwiimbu
President Lungu with opposition UPND MP Garry Nkombo during
President Lungu with opposition UPND MP Garry Nkombo during
Cabinet Ministers During the President6 Address on National values and Principles
Cabinet Ministers During the President6 Address on National values and Principles
PF front bench during the President's address in parliament
PF front bench during the President’s address in parliament
President Lungi Addressing Parliament and the nation on National values and Principles
President Lungi Addressing Parliament and the nation on National values and Principles
President Lungi Addressing Parliament and the nation on National values and Principles
President Lungi Addressing Parliament and the nation on National values and Principles
President Lungu Addressing Parliament
President Lungu Addressing Parliament
PF Cabinent Ministers in prayer mode during the Presiden't address in parliament
PF Cabinent Ministers in prayer mode during the Presiden’t address in parliament

LAZ to Approach Constitutional Court Over President Lungu’s eligibility after he files in his Nomination for 2021 General Elections

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LAZ to Approach Constitutional Court Over President Lungu’s eligibility after he files in his Nomination for 2021 General Elections

The Law Association of Zambia President Eddie Mwitwa has said that the Association intends to approach the Constitutional Court to ask it to determine the eligibility of the candidates that will be floated by the various political parties for the 2021 general Elections.

Speaking in an interview with the Diggers Newspaper, the LAZ President insisted that the Constitutional Court did not declare President Edgar Lungu eligible to stand in the 2021 general election, contrary to assertions that they did, adding that the controversial question relating to President Lungu’s eligibility was not yet over, and that Constitutional lawyer John Sangwa, State Counsel, was right to say that the matter could still be appealed in the Constitutional Court.

“You do recall that when that matter that touched on the eligibility of the President was in the Constitutional Court and we were represented by John Sangwa, State Counsel (S.C.), and the views that he took to court were the views of the Association. We, unfortunately, did not succeed with the matter, but I think from what he has been saying, that is an issue that can still go back to court at the appropriate time and the PF top leadership had also invited Mr Sangwa to go back in the Constitutional Court if he was unhappy with that decision,” Mwitwa said.

Mr. Mwitwa said that when the elections are nearing, the parties have nominated their candidates, LAZ will go back to the constitutional court.

“When the elections are nearing and nominations are filed, there will still be an opportunity to ask the Constitutional Court to determine the eligibility of the candidates that will be floated by the various political parties. It is not a dead-end; it is a matter that can still be revived. Remember that the President himself, President Edgar Lungu, was not a party to that particular action. So, there is an opportunity to take that to the Constitutional Court on the question of his eligibility when he files in his nomination to stand for President in 2021.”

Mr. Mwitwa further said that the December 7, 2018, ConCourt ruling did not interpret specifically President Lungu’s eligibility to stand for a third-successive time at next year’s crucial election.

“…I don’t think that the were asked to interpret, specifically, on the eligibility of President Edgar Lungu in 2021. Sangwa, S.C., who was representing LAZ, our argument then was that it was immature to start determining that question because there was no election that was being conducted at that time. It is the same thing with Bill 10; you remember when we went to court, we were told that, ‘no, we have come too early, this is just a Bill.’ Our understanding is that the Court said when it becomes law, you can come back and challenge. So, it is quite similar,” said Mwitwa.

Chief urges subjects to reconstruct damaged police post

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Chief urges subjects to reconstruct damaged police post

Chief Chitanda of the Lenje speaking people of Chibombo District has called on his subjects to contribute resources towards the reconstruction of Chiyuni Police Post.

The Police Post was recently destroyed by unknown people during a protest over gassing incidences in the area.

Chibombo District Commissioner, Barnabas Musopelo narrated that Chief Chitanda disclosed that, he has given his Indunas one month in which to mobilize funds from the subjects in their respective villages for the project.

Mr Musopelo also told ZANIS in Chibombo that each village is expected to contribute K3, 000 towards the rebuilding of the Police Post.

He said a consensus over the amount of money to be contributed by each village was reached during a meeting the traditional leader held at his palace with his Indunas.

Mr Musopelo added that some business people operating within the chiefdom have also pledged to contribute towards the project.

He however explained that the traditional leader was prompted to involve community members in the rebuilding of the Police Post after observing that crime has increased in the area barely a month after the institution was destroyed.

He has since commended the traditional leader for his initiative to involve his subjects in the project, adding that this will create a sense of ownership and responsibility among community members.

And Mr Musopelo said Chief Chitanda has offered a house where Police are now operating from until the reconstruction of the Police Post is completed.

President Edgar Lungu considering a Commission of Inquiry into the gassing of citizens happening in the country.

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President Edgar Lungu considering a Commission of Inquiry into the gassing of citizens happening in the country.

President Edgar Lungu says he is considering constituting a Commission of Inquiry into the gassing of citizens happening in the country.

President Lungu says the Commission of Enquiry will help to determine the reasons behind this evil act which has left 50 people dead in connection with cases of instant mob justice meted out on those suspected of orchestrating the act.

Addressing Parliament on National Values and Principals this morning, President Lungu however regretted that some Traditional Leaders have been fueling the mob injustice leading to the killing of citizens.

President Lungu said it is sad that the gassing of citizens has now shifted to rural areas and has warned Headmen and women fueling mob injustices that they risk facing the wrath of the law.

The President has further directed Law Enforcement Agencies to bring to an end violence and tribalism which have in the recent past characterized by elections.

The President said elections should not be used to propagate sentiments of narrow sectarian interests which have potential to divide the nation.

He has also urged politicians to collaborate and ensure that such acts are brought to an end.

Meanwhile, the President has expressed concern with the increased abuse of social media among Zambians which he said has contributed to the spreading of false information.

He has since directed the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority and the Zambia Police to bring the culprits to book.

On abuse of alcohol, the President also expressed worry that this has impacted negatively on productivity in the country and has resulted in divorces and promiscuity among Zambians.

And President Lungu is disappointed that local contractors engaged to work on infrastructure projects have failed to execute their works.

He said he expects to see Zambian contractors perform to the levels of international standards which will see them get more contracts from government.

Eagles date Napsa in Top 3 Showdown

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Green Eagles this Saturday host Napsa Stars in a second-versus-third showdown at Independence Stadium in Choma.

Second placed Eagles have 44 points, two more than number three side Napsa with ten games left before the 2019/2020 FAZ Super Division title is decided.

The two sides head into their final leg league meeting after drawing 1-1 in the first leg played last October in Lusaka.

Victory for Eagles will see them replace leaders Forest Rangers and take a one point lead at the summit of the FAZ Super Division table.

Forest are not in action this weekend because Week 23 guests Zanaco are away on 2019/2020 CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal duty in Egypt against Pyramids FC this Sunday where they will be battling to overturn a 3-0 home loss.

And Eagles will be bullish about their chances of going top thanks to their unbeaten home run this season where they have collected six wins and four draws.

But should Napsa end Eagles unbeaten home run, the prize will be to replace the latter at number two and move to 45 points.

FAZ SUPER DIVISION
WEEK 23 FIXTURES
07/03/2020
Nkana-Kabwe Warriors
Lusaka Dynamos-Kansanshi Dynamos
Red Arrows-Mufulira Wanderers
KYSA-Lumwana Radiants
Green Eagles-Napsa Stars
Nkwazi-Power Dynamos
08/03/2020
13h00: Buildcon Nakambala Leopards
15h00:Zesco United-Green Buffaloes
POSTPONED
Forest Rangers-Zanaco

2019-2018 fish ban exercise described as successful

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2019-2018 fish ban exercise described as successful

The department of Livestock and Fisheries in Mufumbwe district has described the just ended 2019-2020 fish ban exercise as a success.

Mufumbwe district Livestock and Fisheries Coordinator, Bonna Zulu told ZANIS in an interview today that his office recorded high compliance levels from the local community.

Mr Zulu however revealed that four people were apprehended and taken to court for prosecution on charges of unlawfully being found with a 90 kilograms of fish along the Kabompo river, between 1st December 2019 and 1st March 2020, a period when the ban was still in effect.

He explained that two of the four suspects have since been sentenced to nine months imprisonment with simple labour while the case against the other two is still in court pending judgement.

Mr Zulu further revealed that the report documented for Mufumbwe district has been made possible due to the support his office received from various stakeholders, such as the government departments in the district.

He added that during the fish ban period, his office in collaboration with the department of wildlife and national parks confiscated a total of 18 fishing gears which included fish nets and mosquito nets.

Meanwhile, Mr Zulu has appealed to all local fishermen in the district to ensure that they visit his office for the acquisition of fishing licenses since the fish ban ended on the 1st of March 2020.

He said it saddens his office to see people get prosecuted as they try to earn a living simply because they are found not to comply with the fishing regulations.

He explained that as people come to buy fishing licenses, his office will ensure that they are sensitized on the legal fishing methods including the right fishing gear in order to avoid being inconvenienced by law enforcers.

Mr Zulu said the sustenance of the various fish species and the livelihood that people earn from the fishing activities largely depend on the effective and consistence utilization of legal fishing methods by fishing men.

The government of Zambia every year enforces the fish ban programme in most water bodies around the country with the intention of allowing the various fish species to breed thereby, preserving their existence.

Mufumbwe is one of the districts in North-western Province which is blessed with a number of water bodies such as the Kabompo, Musonweji, Mufumbwe and Lalafuta rivers.

ZICTA should be disbanded for failure to execute its mandate-Wynter Kabimba

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ZICTA should be disbanded for failure to execute its mandate-Wynter Kabimba

Rainbow Party Leader Wynter Kabimba says the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) should be disbanded for failure to execute its mandate.

Mr Kabimba has labeled ZICTA an incompetent body that has failed to address the ills on social media in Zambia.

He said Social media has been controlling the narrative in Zambia and in a wrong way and if not well managed will cause civil strife in Zambia.

Speaking on the Hot Seat Programme on Hot FM, Mr Kabimba said ZICTA has a mandate to ensure that users of social media do so responsibly without infringing on the rights of other citizens.

He said most of the people that are using social media are fictitious and despite being reported to the Police or ZICTA nothing is done to bring them to book.

Mr Kabimba said ZICTA should be held accountable by the Zambian people because most of the statements appearing on Social media are inflammatory and divisive.

He emphasised that the ZICTA should ensure that the use of social media is not done at the expense of a peaceful society.

But Transport and Communications Minister Mutotwe Kafwaya said the government plans to come up with a Statutory Instrument that will help deal with producers of fake news and those spreading it.

Mr Kafwaya has acknowledged that fake news is a danger to the development of the country.

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