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10 Ear, Nose and Throat surgeons from India expected in Zambia

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10 Ear, Nose and Throat surgeons from India expected in Zambia
Ratnesh Kashyap with Zambia's High Commissioner to India Judith Kapijimpanga
Ratnesh Kashyap with Zambia’s High Commissioner to India Judith Kapijimpanga

A TEAM of Indian doctors specialised in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) is set to be in Zambia effective Wednesday evening, May 9, 2018 to carry out free health care services.

The specialised doctors from the Rotary Club of India had been invited by Chairperson of the Rotary ENT Programme for Zambia Ravi Devalia.

Speaking at the Zambian Chancery in New Delhi, India, before departure, Rotary International District 3054 Past Governor Ratnesh Kashyap said the doctors would be in Zambia for ten days.

“Those who will be found in need of surgeries will be admitted for surgery on Monday,” he said.

Mr. Kashyap said the seven doctors had also carried fifty high quality hearing aids that would be presented to those that would be nominated by the Rotary Club of Zambia.

And Zambia’s High Commissioner to India Judith Kapijimpanga said a number of people were anxiously waiting for the specialised doctors from India to attend to them.

“Zambia High Commission in India is happy to note that India and Zambia has continued to collaborate well in many sectors such as health,” Mrs. Kapijimpanga said.

She had since urged the team to find time to also sample what Zambia’s tourism industry could offer.

This was contained in a statement made available by First Secretary Press and Tourism at the Zambian Mission in New Delhi, India, Bangwe Naviley.

Quicksliver to handle Chipolopolo’s COSAFA campaign

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Beston ‘Quicksilver’ Chambeshi has been handed the reins exclusively for Chipolopolo’s 2018 COSAFA Cup outing.

FAZ has stated that Chambeshi will stand in for Wedson Nyirenda who has been redeployed to oversee the 2019 U20 AFCON qualifier against Rwanda on May 11 away and at home on May 18.

Chambeshi will be assisted by Mumamba Numba when the team enters its second three-day training camp on May 14 in Lusaka.

Zambia enjoys a preliminary group stage bye from the tournament South Africa will host in Polokwane from May 27 to June 9.

Zambia will play Namibia in the quarterfinals on June 2 at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Winner will face Swaziland or Lesotho in the semifinals on June 6 at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium where the final will also be played on June 9.

GOALKEEPERS:Kenny Mumba (Red Arrows), Mangani Banda (Zanaco), Lawrence Mulenga (Power Dynamos), Charles Muntanga (Nkwazi)

DEFENDERS:Billy Mutale (Power Dynamos), Martin Kaonga (Nakambala Leopards), Thandie Mwape (Kabwe Warriors), Ziyo Tembo, Henry Besa (National Assembly), Shemmy Mayembe (Zesco United), Boston Muchindu (Nkana), Paul Banda (Lusaka Dynamos)

MIDFIELDERS:Jacob Ngulube (Nkana), Noel Nyirenda (Nkwazi), Kelvin Kapumbu (Lumwana Radiants), Clatous Chama, Collins Sikombe (Lusaka Dynamos), Larry Bwalya, Kelvin Kampamba, Benson Sakala (Power Dynamos), Jack Chirwa (Green Buffaloes), Ngosa Sunzu (Buildcon), Chrispin Sakulanda (Red Arrows), Charles Zulu (Zanaco)

STRIKERS:Ronald Kampamba (Nkana), Peter Mwangeni (National Assembly), Martin Phiri (Zanaco), Youremember Banda, Diamond Chikwekwe (Green Buffaloes), Emmanuel Chabula (Kitwe United)

UK based call-ups eager to impress Zambia U20 bench

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Zambia U20 English-based call-ups midfielder Lifumpa Mwandwe and striker Mwiya Malumo are hoping to impress in the 2019 U20 AFCON qualifiers.

Seventeen-year- old Lifumpa and Malumo, 18 are only foreign-based call-ups summoned for this month’s first round qualifier against Rwanda away on May 11 and at home on May 18.

“Obviously it means a lot to me representing the country from where my family come from, especially playing for an older age group like the Under-20 is a big step-up. It is more physical and more demanding so I think it will be a big challenge for me,” Lifumpa, of Shrewsbury Town, said.

Meanwhile, Wigan striker Malumo and Lifumpa both said their Zambia Under-20 call-ups came as a surprise.

“It means a lot to me because I have always wanted to play for my country for a long time. I want to show I am still part the country and show how good I am in football,” Malumo said.

“It (the call-up) came as a surprise, I didn’t really expect it but it was a good way to end the season.”

The duo landed in Lusaka from the UK on Monday and will join their compatriots in Malaw in transit to Rwanda on Wednesday after a five-day training camp in Lilongwe where Zambia also played two friendly matches.

On Tuesday, Zambia beat club side Silver Youths 3-1 through goals from Prince Mumba, Francesco Mwepu and Albert Kangwanda.

This is after they beat hosts Malawi 1-0 last Saturday in Lilongwe via a Mwepu goal.

Meanwhile, winner between Zambia and Rwanda will advance to the final round in July to play the victor of the Sudan versus Burundi clash for a place in next year finals in Niger.

Zambia has not defaulted on any foreign debt, including Eurobond interest payments-Finance Ministery

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Zambia has not defaulted on any foreign debt, including Eurobond interest payments-Finance Ministery

Chileshe Kandeta
Chileshe Kandeta
The Ministry of Finance says the country has not defaulted on any foreign debt including Eurobond interest payments and does not intend to do so whatsoever.

Reacting to a report by Eurasia Group, an entity that publishes analyses on politics that Zambia may be facing fiscal challenges and is likely to default starting in 2019, the Ministry of Finance says there is no room for default.

In a statement made available to Q-news, ministry of finance public relations officer Chileshe Kandeta says the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), covering projections on all economic and fiscal numbers over a three-year horizon, also provides a projection of fiscal operations and debt service.

Mr Kandenta states that the issue of debt from China has been grossly misrepresented; stressing that the fact is that Zambia has contracted both concessional and commercial debt from the world’s second biggest economy and has not defaulted on any.

He further states that the implementation of an Asset Liability Management Strategy on Zambia’s Eurobonds and for the loans from China is a prudent option that is open to the country and would be undertaken as when the need and opportunity arises.

On Eurasia Group associating the IMF programme with electoral pressures, Mr Kandeta says the ministry is not aware of the pressures that are being referred to and that neither has any cooperating partner or investor communicated such to them.

He says government expenditure is focused on normal developmental programs contained in the Seventh National Development Plan that has all the details on the projects being undertaken.

Regarding the engagement of the International Monetary Fund,Mr Kandeta says government has never back peddled, stating that the Minister of Finance has reiterated her commitment to the programme and to creation of a platform under which the engagement with the IMF will be advanced.

He says it is in this regard that a full Debt Sustainability Analysis (DSA) whose results are now being finalized was undertaken.

Mr Kandeta says Cabinet will be briefed on the outcomes of the exercise and on the executive decisions that are required to be undertaken to successfully finalise the engagement with the Fund.

Constitutional Court to pass Judgement on President Edgar Lungu’s Eligibility case

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Constitutional Court to pass Judgement on President Edgar Lungu’s Eligibility case
FILE: President Edgar Chagwa Lungu (centre) flanked by First Lady Esther Lungu (left) and Adrian Chundama during the 40th Anniversary of the Zambia-Bath and Wells celebrations at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross

The Constitutional Court has reserved ruling in President Edgar Lungu’s Eligibility case to a date to be announced.

In this matter, four political parties namely Christian democratic party, Zambia republican party, new congress party and citizens democratic party are seeking the court’s interpretation of the constitution with regards President Edgar Lungu’s eligibility to stand in the 2021 elections.

When the matter came up for the continued hearing today, one of the the petitioners lawyer, Chewe Bwalya, argued that the submission made by Law Association of Zambia lawyer John Sangwa stating that ‘there was nothing to interpret in Article 106 of the Constitution’ was misleading because the article did not expressly provide for how President Lungu’s alleged inherited term was to be treated. Mr Bwalya reiterated that a full term should be five years.

“The provision does not state how a person, like the incumbent, who has served an inherited term of less than three years is to be treated,” he said.

He said this matter was seeking to interrogate whether President Lungu’s initial term that cut across two constitutional dispensations could be taken into account.

And another petitioners’ lawyer Dickson Jere argued that if the drafter of the Constitution wanted to exclude President Lungu, they should have put clear provisions the way they did in 1991 and 1996 to deal with then President Kenneth Kaunda.

“If Parliament meant to exclude President Lungu, they ought to have done so with clear provisions. Our submission is that President Lungu’s term between 2015 and 2016 does not constitute a term. It falls below the threshold of three years. Therefore his term began in 2016 which makes him eligible to contest, ” Jere said.

And commenting on whether the petitioners had a standing in the matter, another petitioners’ lawyer Milingo Lungu argued that the case was brought in public interest and therefore the public had the right to know whether President Lungu was eligible to stand or not.

He said the petitioners had demonstrated their standing in the matter as citizens and it was important that the public was enlightened.

Mr Lungu added that the question of whether President Lungu’s first term should be counted as a full term should be answered in the negative whereas the question of whether the President was eligible to contest in 2021 should be answered in the positive.

President of the Constitutional court Hildah Chibomba has since reserved ruling in the matter and announced that the court would communicate the date for the judgement.

And when reached for a comment after adjournment, two of the four petitioners Daniel Pule and Peter Chanda expressed satisfaction that there lawyers have done a good job and can only hope for the best.

Government in the process of formulating database on Churches in the country

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Government in the process of formulating database on Churches in the country
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Government says it is in the process of formulating a church database to ascertain the number of churches operating across the country.

Ministry of National Guidance and Religious Affairs’ Assistant director for religious policy and dialogue, Ellen Moyo said the ministry is going round the country to collect data and take stock of all the churches in provinces and districts.

The country has witnessed a number of churches being formed across the country since the declaration of Zambia as a Christian nation in 1991 but the exact numbers are not known, Mrs Moyo said.She was speaking in Solwezi today when she called on Northwestern Province Permanent Secretary Ephraim Mateyo at his office.

“ The ministry is also making consultations from the church on what should be contained in the national guidance and religious policy that the ministry is trying to come up with for regulating churches, “ she said.

She said the ministry is also collecting information on church historical sites that are found in the different parts of the country so that they can be preserved because they are important to the country.

And Mr. Mateyo said there is so much misinformation on why the ministry of national guidance and religious affairs was created that needs to be cleared.

He said there is need to give people clear insight on why the ministry exists because some think the ministry was created to give money to churches to improve them and their operations.

WEEKEND SCORECARD: Nkana appoint new CEO

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Nkana have elevated team manager Charles Chakataziya to Chief Executive Officer.

Chakataziya takes over from Nkana’s long -serving secretary Ken Mwansa.

“Nkana Football Club team manager, Charles Chakatazya, has been appointed as acting club chief executive officer with immediate effect. Chakatazya takes over from Kenny Mwansa who has left the club after his contract expired,” Nkana media officer Lillian Musenge said.

“Chakatazya, a former banker, has been Nkana FC team manager since 2011 and brings with him a vast of knowledge on football management.
“Meanwhile, Young Nkana team manager, Jeremiah Chishimba, will act as team manager for the senior team while Young Nkana assistant coach, Billy Mwanza ,will also add to his duties and act as team manager for the youth team.”

Musenge went on to say that all other positions in the Nkana executive remain unchanged.

2018 CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
GROUP D
05/05/2018

Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, Ndola
Zesco United 1(David Owino 54′)-Mbabane Swallows 1(Mangaliso Shongwe 81′)

Luanda
Primeiro de Agosto 1(Mongo Bokamba 43′)- Etoile du Sahel 1(Ammar El Jemal 66′)

WEEK 10
05/05/2018
Zanaco 1(Bernard Ofori 26′)-Power Dynamos 1(Larry Bwalya 23′)

Nakambala Leopards 0-Lusaka Dynamos 0

Red Arrows 0-Green Eagles 0

Green Buffaloes 1(Diamond Chikwekwe 61′)-National Assembly 0

06/05/2018
Nkwazi 1(Steward Chikandiwa 10′)-Nchanga Rangers 0
Kitwe United 0-Forest Rangers 1(Laurent Muma 78′)

Napsa Stars 0-Lumwana Radiants 0

Kabwe Youth Soccer Academy 0-Buildcon 1(John Makwatta 73′)

Kabwe Warriors 0-Nkana 2(Idris Mbombo 51′ 59′)
POSTPONED
New Monze Swallows-Zesco United 2018 TOP SCORERS
LEAGUE
06/05/2018
Chris Mugalu(Lusaka Dynamos):6

Idris Mbombo(Nkana):5

Lazarus Kambole(Zesco):4
Rahim Osmanu(Buildcon):4
Hereitier Nkonko(Kabwe Warriors):4

Larry Bwalya(Power Dynamos):3
Joseph Phiri(Arrows):3
Tapson Kaseba(Eagles):3
Emmanuel Okutu(Warriors):3
Peter Mwangeni(National Assembly):3
Sebastian Mwansa (Nkwazi):3
Jesse Were (Zesco):3
Kobe Chipeta (Forest):3

Diamond Chikwekwe(Buffaloes):2
Walter Bwalya(Nkana):2
Ronald Kampamba(Nkana):2
Friday Samu (Buffaloes):2
Patrick Ilongo (Forest):2
Nasha Kaya(Nchanga):2
Luka Lungu (Napsa):2
Joseph Ochaya(Dynamos):2
Alex Mwamba (Napsa):2
Jonathan Manongo (Eagles):2
George Chaloba(Assembly):2
Fackson Kapumbu (Zesco):2
Rogers Mukenge (Kitwe):2
Kelvin Mubanga (Power Dynamos):2
Simon Nkhata(Napsa):2
Emmanuel Chabula(Kitwe):2
Wilbroad Mutale(Monze):2
Patrick Kasongo(KYSA):2
Reagan Nkuyi(Power Dynamos):2
Aubrey Chellah(Buffaloes):2
Josphat Kasusu (Arrows):2
Peter Zulu (Nchanga):2
Alex Ngonga(Power Dynamos):2

Shadreck Musonda(Nkana):1
Ernest Mbewe (Zanaco):1
Mike Katiba (Buffaloes):1
Conlyde Luchanga(Dynamos):1
Collins Sikombe(Dynamos):1
Mwila Phiri(Dynamos):1
Benson Sakala (Power):1
Ronald Chibwe (Lumwana):1
Romaric Pitroipa(Zanaco):1
Nelson Maziwisa (Warriors):1
Lyson Sikaonga (Kitwe):1
Judge Mkandawire(Nakambala):1
Twiza Chaibela(Lusaka Dynamos):1
Adams Zikiru (Zesco):1
Damiano Kola (Forest):1
Rupert Musonda(Kitwe United):1
Maisha Chavda(Zanaco):1
Roy Sakwanda (Eagles):1
Langson Mbewe(Eagles):1
Junior Zulu (Nakambala):1
Kennedy Lungu(Assembly):1
Fred Tshimenga(Nkana):1
Tafadzwa Ruskie(Zanaco):1
Isaac Chansa (Zanaco):1
Martin Phiri (Zanaco):1
Austin Muwowo (Kitwe United):1
Lyson Thole(Kabwe Warriors):1
Derrick Mwansa (Arrows):1
Cletus Mulolani(Lumwana):1
Nawa Nawa (Lumwana):1
Reuben Chansa(Lusaka Dynamos):1
Martin Njobvu (Nchanga):1
Peter Nyirenda(Monze Swallows):1
Edward Mwamba (Nkwazi):1
Shadreck Muyumbwa(Nkwazi):1
Eddie Sinyangwe(Buffaloes):1
Peter Chinyama (KYSA):1
Lameck Banda(Nakambala):1
Spencer Sautu (Eagles):1
Youremember Banda(Buffaloes):1
Bruce Musakanya(Arrows):1
Felix Nyaende(Zanaco):1
Given Singuluma(Buildcon):1
Clifton Miheso (Buildcon):1
Fahad Bayo (Buildcon): 1
Moonga Chilimba(Buffaloes):1
Bornwell Mwape(Nkana):1
Allan Kapila (Lumwana):1
Clifford Saidi (KYSA):1
Ben Chengo (Forest):1
Chataba Kabole(Nakambala):1
Marcel Kalonda(Zesco):1
Tchite Mweshi (Assembly):1
Kalaba Chikwanda (Nkwazi):1
Cletus Chama(Dynamos):1
Gampani Lungu(Power):1
Joseph Mwindilila(Swallows):1
Ceaser Hakaluba (Eagles):1
Shadreck Musonda(Nkana):1
William Njobvu(Assembly):1
Musonda Kapambwe (Assembly):1
Emmanuel Banda(Nakambala):1
Stanley Nshimbi(Assembly):1
Akakulubelwa Mwachiaba(Warriors):1
Clement Mundia (Warriors):1
Francis Zulu (Assembly):1
Mwentya Mubanga(KYSA):1
Brian Mwila (Buildcon):1
Kelvin Chomba (Nchanga):1
Chipungu Musukuma(Nkwazi):1
Muma Mumba(Eagles):1
Victor Mubanga(Lumwana):1
John Chingandu(Zesco):1
Laurent Muma(Forest):1
John Makwatta(Buildcon):1
Steward Chikandiwa (Nkwazi):1
Bernard Ofori(Zanaco):1

President Lungu troubled with rise of non-communicable diseases

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President Lungu troubled with rise of non-communicable diseases
President Edgar Lungu with Dr Chitalu Chilufya during the official Launch of the National Health Week at OYDC in Lusaka on Tuesday, May 8,2018 -Pictures by THOMAS NSAMA

President Edgar Lungu has expressed concerned over the growing burden of non- communicable diseases in the country.

President Lungu noted that non- communicable diseases are not only costly to treat but rob the nation of the most productive members of society largely at the Peak of their productivity.

He added that non- communicable diseases disproportionately affect the poor and disadvantaged populations in both rural and urban settings hence, the need for the whole nation to take particular care of the epidemic.

The Head of State was speaking in Lusaka today when he launched the 2018 National Health Week under the theme Health for All: Leaving No One Behind.

And President Lungu further noted that obesity is also another increasing area of concern especially among children.

He pointed out that obesity rates in children are rising several times faster than in the adult population hence, the need to address the trend.

President Lungu and First Lady Esther Lungu takes part in aerobics during the official Launch of Health Week at OYDC in Lusaka on Tuesday, May 8,2018 -Pictures by THOMAS NSAMA

The Head of State observed that the National Health Week therefore, seeks to provide a multi sectorial platform and opportunity to utilise multi sectorial health promotion approaches that catalyse national action leaving no one behind.

He said there is need for everyone to diligently follow the theme of leaving no one behind because a nation is only as strong, healthy and productive as its weakest link.

President Lungu also urged everyone to analyse and address the causes of ill health as well as examine and uphold factors that contribute to good health and well-being.

And Health Minister Chitalu Chilufya commended President Lungu for his political will in promoting good health and investment in the country’s health transformation agenda.

Meanwhile, World Health Organisation (WHO) Representative Nathan Bakyaita noted that commemoration of a national health week is important as it applies to everyone to redirect efforts and increase knowledge about disease prevention in order to promote good health.

Dr. Bakyaita said his organisation will continue to work with the Zambian government in promoting healthy surroundings where no one is left behind.

Speaking at the same event, Lusaka Province Minister Bowman Lusambo noted that his office is dedicated to promoting good health to all people in the province including those in per- urban areas in order for them to be productive and contribute to economic growth.

President Lungu and First Lady Esther Lungu takes diabetes test during the official Launch of Health Week at OYDC in Lusaka on Tuesday, May 8,2018 -Pictures by THOMAS NSAMA
1First Lady Esther Lungu inspects one of the stands during the official Launch of the National Health Week at OYDC in Lusaka on Tuesday, May 8,2018 -Pictures by THOMAS NSAMA

University of Zambia Library Management distances itself from poster on dress code

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University of Zambia Library Management distances itself from poster on dress code
UNZA Main Library
UNZA Main Library

The University of Zambia Library Management has distanced itself from a poster on dress code which warned female students to dress modestly in the Library as dressing half naked disturbed male students.

The University of Zambia Library Management said the poster was not authored by the UNZA library Management and investigations have been instituted so that the culprits are brought to book.This is contained in a press statement released to the media by the University Librarian Christine Kanyengo.

The University of Zambia has no dress code. Tolerance and diversity is the bedrock of the institution. The University of Zambia Libraries will not tolerate old discredited misogynist views in our space the statement read.The UNZA library management unreservedly apologized to female library users for any offence caused.

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The poster does not reflect who we are : we are a space that promotes access to all our library materials to people from all walks of life. We urge all our female university of Zambia Library users to feel comfortable when using their library, the statement read.

The Library management reiterated that the University of Zambia is a SECULAR institution built on the principles of diversity and cherished academic freedom. The word University is a derivative of the word ‘universe’ to mean a place where everything is studied, where young people are encouraged to explore the frontiers of knowledge.

In that regards the University of Zambia policies have enabled its female students to excel as reflected in 54% female graduating students and 46% male graduating students at the 47th University of Zambia graduation ceremony of December 2017.

Kitwe United accident fans survivor salutes clubs promotion

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A survivor of the 2017 road accident that killed three Kitwe United supporters is excited to see the team compete in the FAZ Super League this year.

Martin Mwaba, 25, survived the 6th May mishap in Chambishi as Kitwe supporters were traveling to Chingola for a Division One match against Chingola Police.

On Sunday, Mwaba watched Chingalika lose 1-0 to Forest Rangers at Garden Park on the 1st anniversary of the accident.

“My life is okay after the accident. I had head injuries but I have recovered. It is important and exciting that we won promotion and I am here watching the team in the Super Division after that accident,” Mwaba said.

He is looking forward to seeing Chingalika stay in the top league.

“We just need to work hard and ensure that we remain in the Super Division. I am encouraging our players to put in more efforts so that we can pick more points,” Mwaba said.

The Buchi Boys are the best performers of the four promoted teams in the league this season.

Eleventh placed Kitwe have 13 points from 10 matches played.

Zambia’s life expectancy increases by 43%

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Zambia’s life expectancy increases by 43%
Split your sides with laughter... Two men laughing off jokes from a couple of clowns in Nyimba
Senior citizens enjoying a chuckle

President Lungu said Zambia has made strides in improving socio-economic indicators because from 1995 to 2015, life expectancy in Zambia has increased by 43%.He said the average years of schooling for its people increased by 44%, and household income increased by 86%.

President Lungu said these figures are a living testimony of not just the great potential Zambia holds for its people but projects the country’s exemplary position and commitment in achieving sustainable development.

President Lungu said this in Lusaka today, in a speech read for him by Acting Minister of Transport and Communication Lawrence Sichalwe during at the 10th Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) Conference.The conference has drawn over 180 delegates from over 80 countries across the globe.

President Edgar Lungu says government has continued to work towards adopting various sustainable measures aimed at improving the livelihood of its citizens.

He said therefore, in view of this background, government is thankful that Lusaka has been recognized as a platform to share the recent development and successes of the ICT4D.

President Lungu said government is committed to promoting the use of digital technology in reaching the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.

“I am looking forward to exploring how digital technology is keeping people healthy, creating entrepreneurs, driving educational research and overall making a significant difference in the lives of millions of our people,” President Lungu said.

The Head of State further said he looks forward to hear not just good stories often told about the potential and possible use of ICTs in delivering sustainable development but real life accounts of the impact of their work demonstrating where and how ICT innovations are transforming lives of ordinary people.

He said the Seventh National Development Plan (7NDP) identifies ICT as a critical catalyst for economic development, job creation and a driver
of effective and inclusive public service.

President Lungu said not only does the 7NDP espouse diversification of the economy for sustainable growth, but that it includes an implementation mechanism to measure performance and results for increased success.

He said this is in line with the vision 2030 which seeks to transform the country into a digital economy without leaving anyone behind.

President Lungu pointed out that without a doubt, the 7NDP rests heavily on the innovative and overarching potential of ICTs.

He explained that one of the most successful implementation stories of ICT in recent Zambian history is the introduction of the SmartCare Electronic Health Records System.

President Lungu said by managing patient care records and clinical information through SmartCare patient cards, the Ministry of Health is able to provide accurate and continuous care for over 200,000 citizens.

Zambians urged to take more interest in their enviroment

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A Tree which fell as a result of a strong rains caused unexpected Independence Avenue road block for over seven hours that disturbed the movements of motorists in Kasama to take long diversions
File:A Tree which fell as a result of a strong rains caused unexpected Independence Avenue road block for over seven hours that disturbed the movements of motorists in Kasama to take long diversions

The Jesuits Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) in Kabwe, has embarked on an information sharing initiative aimed at creating awareness on environmental issues and climate change with a view of inculcating a sense of responsibility among stakeholders.

JCTR is implementing the ambitious initiative under the auspices of the Makululu Project that promotes stakeholders participation in environmental issues and climate change.

Speaking during a workshop held at Misuku Lodge yesterday in Kabwe, the Project Coordinator, Kent Mwansa, said environmental management and managing the impact of climate change is multi-sectoral in nature.

“ The project is working with other stakeholders that are involved in information dissemination to institutions and communities because sustainable environmental management and managing the impact of climate change requires citizenry participation, “ he said.

Mr Mwansa further observed that in order to manage the environment well, there is need for concerted efforts in creating awareness among the citizens on climate change and environmental degradation.He added that people should also acquaint themselves with some pieces of legislation that govern the environment.

Mr Mwansa has called on Kabwe residents to embrace the concept of tree planting and the practice of smart agriculture among other conservation interventions adding that there is urgent need for stakeholders in the area to intensify sensitizations measures on the importance of environmental conservation in the wake of climate change.

And speaking at the same event, Patriotic Front (PF) representative, Morrison Kunda, called on the general public to take an active role in protecting the country’s natural resources.

Mr Kunda said government alone cannot manage to protect the environment as it is over-burdened with other imperative governance issues.

He observed that the changing climatic conditions affects everyone and that it is important for everyone to voluntarily participate in programmes aimed at preserving the environment.

He thanked the Jesuits Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) for coming up with the stakeholders’ workshop adding that the information shared will go a long way in protecting the Country’s natural resources especially in Kabwe.

Zambia -Turkey business council to be established

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ISTANBUL Gold Refinery Incorporation chairperson Ozcan Halac (right) with company general manager Aysen Esen (middle) confer with Mines, Energy and Water Development Minister Christopher Yaluma when the minister toured the plant where gold is processed in Istanbul City in Turkey
FILE: ISTANBUL Gold Refinery Incorporation chairperson Ozcan Halac (right) with company general manager Aysen Esen (middle) confer with Mines, Energy and Water Development Minister Christopher Yaluma when the minister toured the plant where gold is processed in Istanbul City in Turkey

A high level Turkish Business Mission is expected in the country on June 20, 2018 to actualize a Memorandum of Understanding that was signed between the two countries in 2016 aimed at enhancing trade.

Zambia’s Ambassador Designate to Turkey Joseph Chilengi says the visit by the Turkish Economic Relations Board to Zambia will also see the birth of the Zambia-Turkey Business Council which will enhance trade and investment between the two countries.

Ambassador Chilengi has told ZNBC’s Ahmed Mwape in an interview in Ankara, Turkey that the development follows President Edgar Lungu’s re-engineering of Zambia’s Foreign Policy to focus on economic diplomacy.

He said the Zambian Mission in Turkey has since stepped up interaction with reputable Turkish companies and captains of various industries in a bid to attract Foreign Direct Investments into Zambia.

He said the visit to Zambia by the Turkish Foreign Economic Relations Board is the first of its kind and has a well-structured framework to stimulate Trade Corporation between the two countries.

He said Zambia is poised to benefit economically after the actualization of the MoU in sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, mining and power generation in line with the country’s seventh National Development Plan.

Mighty 2nd after derby win over Blackpool

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Mufulira Wanderers moved from third into second place on the FAZ Division One Zone 2 table after thumping Mufulira Blackpool 3-1 away at John Kachofa Stadium at the weekend.

Malama Chisopa, Mathews Macha, Joseph Kasongo scored a goal each as Mighty overcame Blackpool in the Mufulira derby played in Kamuchanga.

Wanderers now sits on 11 points, two below leaders Chambishi, after five matches played in the season.

Meanwhile, Chambishi stayed top of the Zone 2 table for the third week running following a 1-0 win ZNS Lwamfumu.

Striker Francis Kasaka scored a late goal as unbeaten Chambishi increased their tally to 13 points.

Elsewhere in Zone 2, Roan United ended their three-match losing streak by beating visitors Kalulushi Modern Stars 1-0 at Kafubu Stadium in Luanshya.

In Zone 1, Young Buffaloes are leading the table with 11 points from five matches following a 5-2 win over Lundazi United in Lusaka.

Tazara Express are leading Zone 3 with 13 points, while the early pacesetters in Zone 4 are Choma Football Stars who sits on 12 points after five matches played.

FAZ DIVISION ONE – WEEK SIX

ZONE ONE

Young Green Buffaloes 5-2 Lundazi United

Police College 1-0 Zesco Malaiti Rangers

Katete Rangers 1-2 Circuit city
Petauke United 3-0 Wonderful (Walkover)

Lusaka Tigers 1-0 Riflemen

Lusaka City Council 2-1 Happy Hearts

Chipata City Council 1-0 City Of Lusaka

Kafue Celtic 1-1 Paramilitary

ZONE TWO

Roan United 1-0 Kalulushi Modern Stars

Mufulira Blackpool 1-3 Mufulira Wanderers

Indeni 0-0 FQMO Roads

Ndola United 0-1 FQMO Mining Operation

Mining Rangers 0-1 Gomes

Kashikishi Warriors 0-0 Kansanshi Dynamos

Trident 1-1 Konkola Blades

ZNS Lwamfumu 0-1 Chambishi

ZONE THREE

Mpulungu Harbour 1-0 Real Nakonde Fc
Intersport Youth 0-0 Riverside United

Muchinga Blue Eagles 0-0 Kasama Young Fighters

Kasama United Y Academy vs Isoka Young Stars (not played)

Tazara Rangers 1-0 Malalo Police

Prison Leopards 1-0 Kateshi Coffee Bullets

Mpande Youth Academy 1-1 Chindwin Sentries

Zambeef 0-0 Tazara Express

ZONE FOUR

Choma Football Stars 1-0 Kascol Rangers

Sinazongwe United 0-0 Kalomo Jetters

Manchester U.Z,Academy 0-0 Maramba Energy Stars

Livingston Pirates 1-1 Young Green Eagles

Zesco Shockers 0-0 Zesco Victoria Falls

Mumbwa Medics 0 -0 Yeta

Maramba Stars 2-1 Chikuni Coops

Mazabuka United 3-0 Luena Buffaloes (walkover)

The organic debate: What are the benefits of Organic Farming?

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The organic debate: What are the benefits of Organic Farming?
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Conventional food producers claim that there is not enough scientific evidence for organic food production being better for the environment. This may be true but the facts speak for themselves.

Organic food production eliminates soil and water contamination. Since organic food production strictly avoids the use of all synthetic chemicals, it does not pose any risk of soil and underground water contamination like conventional farming which uses tons of artificial fertilizers and pesticides.

Organic food production helps preserve local wildlife. By avoiding toxic chemicals, usage of mixed planting as a natural pest control measure, and maintaining field margins and hedges, organic farming provides a retreat to local wildlife rather than taking away its natural habitat like conventional agriculture.

Organic food production helps conserve biodiversity. Avoidance of chemicals and use of alternative, all natural farming methods has been shown to help conserve biodiversity as it encourages a natural balance within the ecosystem and helps prevent domination of particular species over the others.

Organic food production helps the fight against global warming. Most organically produced food is distributed locally. As a result, less energy is used for transportation which automatically reduces carbon dioxide emissions which are believed to be the main cause of global warming.

Organic food production reduces erosion. Organic crop production methods do not foresee elimination of all vegetation except for crops. As a result, more soil is covered with vegetation preventing the wind to carry away the topmost fertile soil layers.

Despite the lack of scientific studies and existence of a few which even deny the environmental benefits of organic food production, there is no doubt about which food production methods cause the greatest harm to the environment.

The fact alone that organic farming methods strictly forbid the use of all synthetic chemicals is enough to reject allegations about organic food production not being any more environmentally friendly than the conventional farming practices.

The effects of pesticides and artificial fertilizers have been scientifically proven to be seriously damaging to both the environment and human health. Pesticides do not only kill pests but many beneficial insects too including honey bees, while some are even lethal for small mammals and birds.

Organic food production is, by some, accused to use more land to produce equal amounts of food. This may be true but unlike conventional agriculture, organic farming is significantly less disturbing for the environment because it often supports the local wildlife rather than striping it of its natural habitat. In fact, many organic farmers encourage wildlife species such as birds, bats and other predatory animals to live on their farmland and assist them in pest control.

One of the projects promoting organic farming is Zambia is the Civil Society Environment Fund, Phase 2 (CSEF2) project at Kasisi Agriculture Training Centre in Chongwe, the project is funded by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland (MFA).

The CSEF2 project promotes the technologies and land use practices associated with sustainable crop and vegetable production. By encouraging innovation in agricultural practices, farmers can secure more stable and sustainable livelihoods, restore soil fertility, foster sustainable use and management of natural resources and prevent environmental degradation.

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