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Police arrest three suspects impersonating Public Officers

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Police arrest three suspects impersonating Public Officers
Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo
Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo

Police have arrested three suspects who were allegedly impersonating Public Officers and subsequently swindled nine members of the public out of money amounting to K18, 000.

The three swindled people on pretext that they were recruiting officers for Zambia National Service, Zambia Air force, Zambia Police Service and the Road Development Agency.

Zambia Police spokesperson Esther Katongo said the victims were made to deposit money using four mobile numbers 0970516959, 0971638539, 0978163530 and 0968040425 registered on Airtel mobile money, MTN mobile money and Zoona money transfer which was later withdrawn by the suspects who were also found with fake documents.

Mrs. Katongo said this is reported to have happened between August, 2018 and October, 2018 at different dates and time.

She has named the suspects as Temwani Chilongo aged 29 of Garden House in Lusaka, Patulani Chilongo aged 32 of Luangwa Township in Kitwe and Isaac Longwa aged 30 of Kalundu view in Kafue who are currently detained in Police custody yet to be jointly charged with Obtaining Money by False Pretences, Forgery and Uttering and also Impersonation.

Mrs. Katongo has urged Members of the public who might have fallen victim to such scams to report to any nearest Police Station.

Zambia, Zim sign four agreements

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Zambia, Zim sign four agreements


Zambia and Zimbabwe have signed four agreements following the conclusion a joint permanent commission held this week in Lusaka.

The first agreement signed by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Industry and Commerce Mangaliso Ndlovu and his Zambian counterpart Christopher Yaruma pertains to the one stop border post at Victoria Falls in Livingstone to ease and expedite the movement of goods and services and facilitate trade in the SADC region and the free trade area.

The second signing was a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on cooperation on the preservation of war graves and construction of monuments and museums.

This was signed by Zimbabwe’s Minister of Home Affairs Cain Matema and Zambia’s Tourism Minister of Tourism Charles Banda.

The third MOU is on cultural exchange between the two sister and neighbouring countries.

It was again signed by Mr Mathema and Mr. Banda.

The two countries also signed a MOU on gender equality, equity and women empowerment to enhance cooperation in the upliftment and empowerment of women through exchanges and sharing experienced and strategies in the economic and political spheres

The Minister of Women Affairs, SMEs and Community Development Sithembiso Nyoni signed for Zimbabwe with her Zambian counterpart Elizabeth Phiri.


Meanwhile, Visiting Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has hailed First Republican President Kenneth Kaunda for the vital role he played in grooming him in his political career.

President Mnangagwa said this was done at the time when he was in the initial youth group for the United National Independence Party (UNIP).

He recalled that in 1959 he was also a student at Hotson Technical College now known as David Kaunda Secondary School.

Mr. Mnangagwa said this today when he paid a courtesy call on Dr. Kaunda at his residence in Lusaka.

President Mnangagwa further said he feels at home whenever he comes to visit Zambia.

And Dr. Kaunda said he is proud of President Mnangagwa and thanked him for his visit.

Lungu calls on Zambians to embrace peace

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Lungu calls on Zambians to embrace peace
President Edgar Lungu

President Edgar Lungu has implored Zambians to continue embracing peace and unity as it is a perquisite for the country’s sustainable development

President Lungu says this is why there is need for all Zambians to continue on the path of unity, hard work and prosperity and liberate themselves from factors that hold back the country from attaining development.

Mr. Lungu noted that Zambia has continued to brand itself as a peaceful nation due to its ability to accommodate diverse views from different regions, races and also offers good hospitality which attracts many visitors to the country.

The Head of State said this during his independence address to the nation.

He noted that the continued positive branding of the country is vital in attracting foreign investment and enhancing international relations.

President Lungu said the struggle for freedom and political emancipation was the beginning of the journey for the shared future, development and prosperity.

He added that there is need for people in the country to change their mind set in order to transform the country’s future.

The Head of State explained that prior to colonialism the system of governance was based on traditional values and principals rooted in common humanity, respect and honest among others.

President Lungu said as the country celebrates its 54th independence anniversary tomorrow Zambians should remember those who fought for the country’s freedom by demonstrating that their sacrifice still lives on.

He said this year’s theme for both Independence and National Day of Prayer urges people in the country to be selfless, love and respect one another and that God’s guidance is upon the country.

The President said all Zambians should play a role in deepening the meaning of independence by building strong bonds of unity that will help in building a better Zambia.

President Lungu further said Zambians should not fall prey to short comings that are in conflict with national values and principles that governs the country’s Christian faith.

Zambia will tomorrow commemorate its 54th Independence celebrations under the theme “54th Independence anniversary celebrating a shared future of unity, development and prosperity.’’

UPND denies writing to China to stop funding Zambia’s various government projects

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UPND denies writing to China to stop funding Zambia’s various government projects
Dr Musokotwane speaking during a news briefing
Dr Musokotwane speaking during a news briefing

UPND Chairman for Finance and Economics Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane has dismissed allegations by the Patriotic Front suggesting that UPND president Hakainde Hichilema wrote a letter the Chinese government to stop funding various government projects because Zambia was facing serious debt crisis.

However Dr Musokotwane who is also Liuwa Member of Parliament has clarified and admitted that contrary to the allegations Mr Hichilema
in his letter addressed to the Chinese Ambassador only asked the Chinese government to tone down on its funding to the Zambian government because the country was in a serious debt crisis.

He says that Mr Hichilema’s letter to the Chinese Ambassador was done in good faith as he was requesting for an open relationship whose request was done in harmony.

In his letter Mr Hichilema was requesting for a continued relationship with the Chinese government as a future president and by asking how his relationship could be a win win situation to both.

And in responding to the allegations that the party leader asked the Chinese not to construct the Lukulu – Katanda road of Mangango Constituency, Dr Musokotwane has accused the PF of using that as an excuse for their failure to fulfill their promise to the voters in Mangango who had once voted for them in a by – election after telling them to vote for the PF if that wanted the said road to be constructed.

He adds that what Mr Hichilema said was to call for the recommendation that government should not borrow 1.2 billion dollars to construct the dual carriage way of the Ndola- Lusaka Road but the dual carriage way should only be done in areas where there was traffic like Katuba – Chisamba and Kapiri Mposhi of which the rest of the road can just be upgraded.

” It is not only the UPND who are not supporting the construction of the Lusaka – Ndola dual carriage way but even other government Ministries including the treasury who also feel it is not necessary to borrow that much for the construction of the road when there are other cheaper ways of constructing the road”, Dr Musokotwane has said.

Zimbabwean President Emerson Mnangagwa arrives in Zambia for Independence celebrations

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Zimbabwean President Emerson Mnangagwa arrives in Zambia for Independence celebrations
President Edgar Chagwa Lungu welcomes Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE
President Edgar Chagwa Lungu welcomes Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has arrived in Zambia ahead of tomorrow’s Independence celebrations.

President Mnangagwa arrived at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (KKIA) in Lusaka at about 14:15 hours, Zambian time, aboard Air Zimbabwe.

President Edgar Lungu led Senior Government Officials and Service Chiefs at the airport to receive his visiting counterpart.

The Zimbabwean President upon arrival inspected the Guard of Honour mounted by the Zambia Army.

The visiting Head of State was accorded a 21 gun salute and was later treated to some entertainment by the cultural troupes.

President Mnangagwa is expected to grace this year’s 54TH Independence Day, which falls tomorrow, October 24th, 2018.

The Zimbabwean Head of State is later this afternoon expected to call on First Republican President, Kenneth Kaunda before holding talks with President Edgar Lungu at state House where he is also expected to witness the signing of some Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

President Lungu with his counterpart President Mnangagwa will this evening hoist the national flag at midnight tonight at the show grounds in Lusaka.

This year’s independence will be commemorated under the theme, “54th Independence anniversary celebrating a shared future of unity, development and prosperity.”

Various activities have been lined up for tomorrow to mark the political liberation day of Zambia.

Prior to tomorrow’s independence celebrations, various activities have taken place across the country.

There include cleaning and painting of public places as well as making donations of various items to communities.

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa arrives in the country to grace Zambia's 54th independence anniversary. Here he is seen walking on the red carpet at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa arrives in the country to grace Zambia’s 54th independence anniversary. Here he is seen walking on the red carpet at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa arrives in the country to grace Zambia's 54th independence anniversary. Here he is seen walking on the red carpet at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa arrives in the country to grace Zambia’s 54th independence anniversary. Here he is seen walking on the red carpet at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport on Tuesday, 23rd October, 2018, PICTURE BY EDDIE MWANALEZA/STATE HOUSE

Zambia to begin the Export of 20 MW of power to Malawi

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Zambia to begin the Export of 20 MW of power to Malawi

ZESCO Muzuma substation being upgraded to KV 330 (from KV 220) in order to be connected to the national grid as soon as the Maamba coal plant station is commissioned
ZESCO Muzuma substation being upgraded to KV 330 (from KV 220) in order to be connected to the national grid as soon as the Maamba coal plant station is commissioned

Government will this Friday, 26th October commission the export of 20 megawatts of power to neighboring Malawi.

Minister of Energy, Mathew Nkhuwa says a further 50 megawatts of power will be provided to that country once it upgrades its transmission line.

vlcsnap-7588-05-24-04h53m08s179In an interview with QTV News, Mr. Nkhuwa says Malawi is buying power from Zambia as it is only able to produce 300 megawatts of electricity and currently has a deficit of 200 megawatts.

Mr. Nkhuwa states that the government therefore wants to supply power to the neighboring Country with the aim of earning foreign exchange.

He adds that the fact that Zambia is exporting power is an indication that the Country does not have a power deficit.

Mr. Nkhuwa says this also means that there is no load shedding in the Country.

He was however quick to explain that areas where supply of electrify is being cut is as result of maintenance works being carried out on ZESCO sub-stations.

God has told me of what Zambia will be in 40 years-Nevers Mumba

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God has told me of what Zambia will be in 40 years-Nevers Mumba

Dr Nevers Mumba during the news briefing

Opposition Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD) faction leader Nevers Mumba has said that God has spoken to him of what Zambia will be in the next 40 years.

Dr. Mumba said that from his vision, if Zambia does not become the most prosperous Country in Africa, it will be among the top most prosperous Countries.

Dr. Mumba stated that for the fact Zambia has acknowledged God as its center of activity, all it now needs is a leadership that complements this choice and make every citizen feel part of the Country.

Speaking during a pre-recorded QTV discussion programme, Faith Avenue, Dr. Mumba said the leadership he is referring must be one that inspires productivity and innovation in the Country.

Dr. Mumba, who is also a pastor, said that he therefore foresees the Christian critical mass being an influencer to what he has phrased as new shape of Zambia.

He believes that in the next few years the Church will take its rightful place in Zambia after which the Country’s economy will begin to fall into place and politics of civility will come to the fore.

Drizzles experienced sign of climate change – Metrological Department

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Drizzles experienced sign of climate change – Metrological Department

The Metrological Department says the drizzles and heavy rains that have been experienced in some parts of the country do not signal the onset of the rainy season.

Assistant Director for Forecasting and Research, Emmanuel Sikana said rains being experience in some parts of the country is an indicator of climate change.

Mr. Sikana told ZANIS in an interview in Lusaka today that some weather patterns being experienced in Lusaka and other parts of the country is typical for the month of September not October necessitated by climate change.

He disclosed that in the past weeks five Provinces have received some rains citing North- Western, Luapula, Copperbelt, Northern and Muchinga.

“We never used to experience such weather patterns in the past but this has been necessitated by climate change. The weather that is prevailing here is Lusaka is typical for September and not October but all this goes to show that climate change is here.Some rains were experienced in five Provinces thus far but the rains were below 20 millimeters, ”he said.

Mr. Sikana emphasized that Zambia will have the onset of the rains in November, saying that rains amounting to 40 millimetres is anticipated in some parts of the country.

He further said that some parts of the country will have some rains in the next seven days citing some parts of Luapula, Northern and Muchinga Provinces.

Reports of downfall have been reported in the past week in some parts of the country which left farmers wandering whether that signified the onset of the rainy season.

Sean Tembo warns Dora Siliya to testify in the Eswatini case

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Sean Tembo warns Dora Siliya to testify in the Eswatini case
Dora Siliya
Dora Siliya

Patriots for Economic Progress Party Leader Sean Tembo has requested the Minister of Information and Broadcasting Dora Siliya to attend trial and testify before the full bench of the Constitutional Court on November 13 November or she will be compelled to testify through a subpoena.

This in the case in which Mr Tembo sued the Attorney General Likando Kalaluka seeking for a declaration that President Edgar Lungu violated the constitution when he allegedly accepted a gift of land from King Mswati of Eswatini formerly Swaziland in his official capacity as a Republican President.

According to a letter addressed to the Chief Government Spokesperson Ms Siliya, Mr Tembo has warned the Minister to attend trial or he will issue a subpoena to compel her to testify accordingly.

Mr Tembo indicated that he relies on Ms Siliya’s testimony to support his case.

In his petition Mr.Tembo further wants a declaration that the President is a public officer and that all public officers in their official capacity were prescribed by law to obtain gifts other than casual gifts from people.

But in response the defendant Attorney General Likando Kalaluka asked the Court to dismiss Mr Tembo’s petition because the petitioner is not entitled to the claims he seeks against the head of state adding that the all the claims in the petition are misconceived and lack merit.

Mr Kalaluka argued that a person holding the office of President was not a public officer as the constitution which is the supreme law of the land excludes a person holding such office from being a public officer.

Mr Kalaluka further challenged Mr Tembo to prove Mr Lungu did receive a gift a gift from King Mswati and that the gift so received by Mr Lungu was received using his position as republican President, office, authority or any information in his possession as President.

All the 2018 Grade 7, 8 and 12 examinations suspended indefinitely following malpractices

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All the 2018 Grade 7, 8 and 12 examinations suspended indefinitely following malpractices

All the 2018, Grade Seven, Nine and 12 examinations have been suspended indefinitely following malpractices.

Minister General Education David Mabumba announced the suspension at a media briefing in Lusaka.

Mr. Mabumba says investigations have been instituted to ascertain the extent of the alleged malpractice.

He said that it is unfortunate that the Mathematics paper two for Grade Nine which was supposed to be written on Tuesday was leaked on social media.

Mr. Mabumba says the Examination Council of Zambia -ECZ- has also nullified the leaked Mathematics paper in accordance with the ECZ Act Chapter 137 of the Laws of Zambia.

The Minister has further warned perpetrators of serious punishment and reparations once found.

Zambia, China football match set independence eve

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Zambia, China football match set independence eve

Kitwe based Zambian and Chinese business executives are set to battle it out in an inaugural social football match set for October 23, 2018.

According to a press release issued to ZANIS in Kitwe, organizing committee secretary Patrick Mulenga said the initiative is meant to harmonize and strengthen the cordial relationship Zambia and China have continued to enjoy.

Mr. Mulenga noted that currently, there is perceived tension between the two nations warned that if left unabated, it will adversely affect the economic development and bilateral relation between Zambia and china.

Mr. Mulenga said the football match is organized to foster peace, harmony, love, unity and sound working relationship between the two countries and also help the Chinese nationals integrate in the Zambian communities.

He expressed hope that the football match will bear warm and productive relationships between Zambians and Chinese nationals.

The football match will be held under the theme “promoting a cordial and economic advancement of the two peoples”.

150 suspected cannabis traffickers nabbed in Luapula province

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150 suspected cannabis traffickers nabbed in Luapula province
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The Drug Enforcement Commission in Luapula Province has arrested 159 people for trafficking in various quantities of cannabis between July and September this year.

Among the arrested include 130 males, 17 females, two Congolese nationals, eight male and two female juveniles respectively.

Various quantities of loose and dry cannabis, fresh plants weighing about 167. 9 kilograms and 22.8 kilograms seeds of cannabis with Nchelenge recording the highest number of arrests.

ZANIS reports that Drug Enforcement Commission Luapula Province Region Commander Martin Chitamba who disclosed this today also disclosed that the Commission’s Education and Counselling Departments in the Province are making strides in awareness creation against drug abuse in the region and beyond.

“ We as DEC are ensuring that members of the public are sensitized on the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking and that they have so far managed to reach out to over 5000 people from communities, work places and colleges, “ he said.

He has since expressed disappointment at the high number of youths abusing cannabis especially school going pupils in examination classes.

He however, says the commission is working hand in hand with the Ministry of Education through the Provincial Education Office to sensitize and reach out to pupils in schools and tertiary colleges.

Mr. Chitamba has urged the members of the public in Luapula to report those found wanting especially in relation to drug abuse and trafficking in a bid to curb the scourge in the Province.

UPND to shun Tomorrow’s Independence Celebrations

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UPND to shun Tomorrow’s Independence Celebrations
Secretary General Stephen Katuka
Secretary General Stephen Katuka

United Party for National Development (UPND) Secretary General Stephen Katuka has said that UPND will not take part in tomorrow’s Independence day celebrations which falls on every October 24 because there is nothing worth celebrating for.

Mr Katuka told journalists that there was nothing to celebrate for that would make the UPND to take part in the celebrations.

“Celebrations are a happy moment, so who is happy to celebrate, because there is nothing to celebrate for as the economic situation is bad, the poverty level is high”, he has said.

Mr Katuka said that even if people go to celebrate this day, only few people will go to wine and dine in statehouse.

Mr Katuka said that it was so disheartening to note that the the freedom fighters who fought for the Country’s independence have been neglected and abandoned by government.

Mr Katuka added that the people who fought for the Country’s liberty are the ones suffering and the people who are enjoying are only few, who did not even take party in the Country’s struggle for independence.

Mr Katuka further said that celebrate the independence day would be like endorsing the poverty of the poor and the loss of liberty.

Meanwhile, the General Secretary says he is not not sure whether the party president Hakainde Hichilema will issue a statement in relation to the independence celebrations but what is certain is that he will celebrate the day in his own way.

COSAFA U20 Cup returns to the Copperbelt

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COSAFA has confirmed that Zambia will host this year’s Under-20 Championship from November 30-December 13.

Zambia hosted last year’s event in which South Africa emerged winners.

This year’s hosting towns are Kitwe and Mufulira with venues being Nkana Stadium and Shinde Stadium.

According to COSAFA, Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe and associate member Reunion have confirmed their participation.

“The 2018 COSAFA Under-20 Championships are set to light up Zambia from November 30-December 13 in what will be the latest installment of the vital regional tournament that has been a breeding ground for so much Southern African talent down the years,” COSAFA said in a statement.

“The tournament will be again be staged in Kitwe following the successful hosting of the event last year, where South Africa were crowned champions after they defeated Lesotho 2-1 in the decider.”

Zambia last won the COSAFA Under-20 Championship in 2016.

National Day of Prayer and Fasting: A Collaboration Between the State and Religious Leaders to Loot Zambia with Impunity

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National Day of Prayer and Fasting: A Collaboration Between the State and Religious Leaders to Loot Zambia with Impunity
President Edgar Lungu flanked by Central Province Minister Sydney Mushanga and Minister of National Guidance and Religious Affairs Godfridah Sumaili joins in worship during the National Day of Prayer in Kabwe theme “Facing the future as a Reconciled, United Prosperous Nation Under God’s Guidance”

By Peter Mubanga Cheuka

Over the past few days, the National Day of Prayer and Fasting has been a topical issue for Zambians both at home and abroad. We have heard the Minister of National Guidance and Religious Affairs, Godfridah Sumaili, warn political leaders against discouraging their members from attending this event. In parallel, some civil society organizations have opposed the institution of this day citing government’s failure to take practical steps to address the corruption scandals and looting of Zambia’s national treasury. Likewise, ordinary Zambians also seem to be losing trust and are starting to question the motives behind the institution of this event. In this regard, negative sentiments about this event are now rife on different social media platforms.

Indeed, the scepticism that ordinary Zambians are beginning to show towards the National Day of Prayer and Fasting is justified. Lest we forget, it is prudent that we remind ourselves that religion and politics have historically collaborated to suppress critical thought while promoting subservience to the ruling class. To start with, religion, particularly Christianity, was crucial to the enslavement of our forefathers and mothers in pre-colonial Africa. In this regard, the teaching of the Christian doctrine to our forefathers and mothers was meant to serve one selfish purpose – to make them obedient slaves. This practice was so entrenched that even slave manuals were written by colonial masters and enslavers detailing strategies on how to brainwash and make black people obedient slaves. Amongst the most important ingredients listed in such slave manuals was the teaching of the Christian doctrine. In the name of Christianity and Jesus, our fore bearers were beaten and murdered in slave ships and plantations with little or no resistance, thanks to the Christian doctrine they were exposed to which made them subservient even in the face of oppression. Generally, with such Christian indoctrination, colonizers and enslavers found Africans easy to conquer.

Today, the interplay between religious indoctrination and oppression have not changed much. In 1991, Fredrick Titus Chiluba, not long after becoming the second president of Zambia, declared this country a Christian nation. This was later formalized when this declaration was enshrined in the Zambian constitution in 1996. Today, the Chiluba regime is known to have been one of the most corrupt governments Zambia has ever had since independence perhaps only rivalled by the current Edgar Lungu’s government. Chiluba’s corruption was of gigantic proportion and his cases were actively pursued in court under the administration of Levy Patrick Mwanawasa. He was questionably acquitted under Rupiah Banda’s government. However, in the court of public opinion, Chiluba has gone down in history as one of the most corrupt Leaders Zambia has ever had. This, dear Zambians, is the man who declared Zambia a Christian nation.

About 3 years ago, Edgar Lungu declared October 18 of every year as a National Day of Prayer, Fasting, Repentance and Reconciliation. Judging from experience, which I hope we can learn from, there is only one objective the president hopes this religious gathering will achieve. This is to simply avoid taking responsibility for the dire state of our economy and placing the blame on some supernatural force. The source of Zambia’s problems is so clear that indeed even a blind man can see. Edgar’s government has shamelessly dismissed public outcry over the corruption scandals that have rocked his government. Highly questionable and overpriced contracts which have drained our treasury resulting in unsustainable borrowing is now the order of the day. We have seen his government prosecute citizens for simply asking questions on the smelly levels of corruption in government. Edgar’s government has chosen to ignore alarming levels of corruption including those involving the overpriced 42 fire trucks, ambulances and the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriage way among others. Edgar’s government has also refused to act on the looting of the Zambian treasury as revealed by the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) and the Auditor Generals Reports. In fact, it can be argued that the levels of corruption in Edgar’s government can closely rival those of Chiluba. This, dear Zambians, is the kind of government which is trying to rally you and me to pray for the appreciation of the kwacha and an economically prosperous Zambia. I will leave it to you to judge.

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