A 41-year-old maid, Mable Tembo, has been arrested for allegedly stealing over twenty-one thousand United States Dollars and assorted jewelry with an estimated value of twenty thousand United States Dollars from her employer, Pranav Patel, in Kitwe’s Parklands.

Copperbelt Police Commissioner Peacewell Mweemba reported that the theft came to light after Mr. Patel realized that the bag containing the money, which he had been saving for his baby over the past two years, was missing from his bedroom. The bag also contained the jewelry belonging to his wife.

Upon further investigation, Mr. Patel learned from his security guard that Ms. Tembo had claimed to have received 400,000 Zambian Kwacha from relatives in the United Kingdom, which she purportedly used to purchase a vehicle and a house.

In response to these revelations, the police apprehended Ms. Tembo at her residence. A subsequent search of her premises led to the discovery of sixty-seven thousand Kwacha, ten gold chains, six gold bangles, three gold rings, sixteen gold earrings, 19 pockets of cement, five door frames, two iron bars, and 30 meters of iron sheets, among other items.

During the investigation, the accused confessed to stealing the money and using it to buy a Toyota Allion vehicle and a house in Kamitondo worth 140,000 Kwacha. The vehicle is reported to be in the custody of her husband, Musonda Mubanga, who is currently evading capture.

Ms. Tembo now faces criminal charges related to the theft, while authorities continue their efforts to locate her husband.

Nyangombi Day Secondary School in Mwinilunga district, North-Western province has had part of its roof blown off following heavy rains experienced in the area.

School Headteacher Kenneth Mulutula said  the incident happened on Monday October 16, 2023 between 21:00 and 22:00 hours, following a heavy downpour characterised by strong winds.

Mr. Mulutula said the damage has affected a staff room, two administration offices and three grade eleven classrooms leaving close to 200 pupils with no classroom space.

He added that other items and equipment destroyed include 12 desktop computers, two Laptops, text books, desks, tables and some accounting documents which were soaked in water.

Mr. Mulutula explained that the iron sheets have been extremely deformed with the walls of the block developing big cracks with its electrical wiring and fittings destroyed as well as a result of  the impact of the damage.

“A number of documents have been destroyed, gadgets have been destroyed including books and some accounting documents” he said.

He has since appealed to the government to quickly come in and do a complete renovation of the infrastructure as the damage to the building is huge.

Meanwhile District Commissioner Harrison Kamuna has confirmed the incident describing it as unfortunate.

Mr. Kamuna said a district team of officers will be assembled to go and asses the extent of the damage and come up with immediate solutions to the challenge.

Mwinilunga district has been experiencing rainfall activities in most areas.

Simba International School in Ndola, Zambia, has once again demonstrated its commitment to nurturing the future global leaders by achieving outstanding success at the Model United Nations (UN) Conference held in Athens, Greece. The Model UN Clubs Program, aimed at simulating the activities of the United Nations Assembly, encourages young minds to engage in diplomacy and contribute to global peace.

During the International Conference in Athens, Simba International School emerged triumphant, securing three coveted Best Delegate awards and two Honorable Mentions. The exceptional achievers who made the institution proud are as follows:
Best Delegates: Chawanzi Chaponda, Efthios Gregorakis, Ojasvi Kapoor and Honorable Mentions: Mutinta Musokotwane and Maitri Khamar.

The remarkable accomplishment of Simba International School received praise from Mrs. Samantha Matambo, the wife of Copperbelt Province Minister Mr. Elisha Matambo. She commended the school for its dedication to promoting peace through the Model UN Clubs Program.

“We are fortunate to have enjoyed 59 years of peace in Zambia while many nations across Africa and beyond grapple with conflicts and wars. Opting for dialogue and peace over warfare is paramount in alleviating human suffering. Simba International School has not only made Zambia proud but has also shown the world our commitment to these principles on a global stage,” Mrs. Matambo remarked.

Mrs. Matambo encouraged the students to persist in their noble pursuits, emphasising that they are the future diplomats responsible for protecting the world through dialogue and peace.

Simba International School’s Head of School, Mr. Mark Makwalimba, expressed his pride in the students’ achievements, saying, “We are thrilled to have represented Zambia on the international stage, and we remain committed to providing high-quality, globally recognised education.”

Mr. Bernard Kalenga Munyoka, the Delegation Leader and a French Teacher at Simba International School, extended his gratitude to the school’s management, parents, and the entire nation for their unwavering support. He noted, “This is just the beginning because these young minds are the leaders of tomorrow, and we aspire to accomplish even more.”
The success at the Campion International School Annual Conference is a testament to the dedication, determination, and resilience of Simba International School students. This achievement has set the stage for their participation in upcoming prestigious Model United Nations conferences in The Hague and Rome. These global events host approximately 5,000 delegates from around the world over five consecutive days.

Simba International School’s accomplishments in Athens reflect its commitment to fostering global leadership, diplomacy, and peace-building, further solidifying its reputation as a hub for academic excellence. The school now eagerly anticipates the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead at the upcoming international conferences.