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IBA COMMENDED FOR DEVELOPING NEW GUIDELINES

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IBA COMMENDED FOR DEVELOPING NEW GUIDELINES

MINISTER of Information and Media Chushi Kasanda has commended the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Board for coming up with guidelines to regulate the operations of the media industry in the country.
Ms. Kasanda who is also Chief Government Spokesperson said the guidelines will play a pivotal role in creating a level playing field for all broadcasting stations in the country.
The Minister said this last evening during the launch of the guidelines for enforcement and handling of compliance breaches.

Ms. Kasanda urged the authority to be firm when enforcing the law and dealing with cases of non-compliance.
She said the launch of the guidelines is a milestone as it will provide a clear framework for handling compliance breaches to ensure fairness, transparency and equal treatment for all broadcasting stations.
Meanwhile, the Minister implored IBA not to be biased when applying the law as a regulator, but to be consistent in the application of the guidelines, adding that this will help to win public trust and confidence in the work of IBA as a broadcasting services regulator.

She added that the government remains committed to fostering transparency, accountability, and the growth of an independent and professional broadcasting industry that can contribute to the economic development of the country.

“Allow me to stress that compliance with these guidelines is a condition to renewing a broadcasting license. Maybe I should repeat that to allow me to stress that compliance with these guidelines is a condition of renewing a broadcasting license. Do not say you are not told I’ve had to repeat myself,” She stressed.
And speaking earlier, IBA Board Chairperson Chikosola Chuula indicated that the document underwent wide consultation before being developed into law.

Mr. Chuula informed the Minister all broadcasting stations in the ten provinces were extensively engaged and consulted during the development of the guidelines.

And IBA Acting Director General Eustace Nkandu thanked the Minister of Information and Media for accepting to grace the launch of the guidelines for enforcement and handling of compliance breaches
Mr. Nkandu stated that the acceptance by the Minister to grace the event is a clear testimony of the importance she attaches to the development of the media sector in the country.

ZICTA Concerned With Low Access To ICT

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ZICTA Concerned With Low Access To ICT

The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority -ZICTA- is concerned that most people do not have access to proper Information Communication Technologies -ICT’s- and other services being offered by the government online.

ZICTA Vice Board Chairperson MILNER MAKUNI says so far the Government is offering 280 services online which are not being accessed especially by people in rural areas.

Mr. MAKUNI says this is because most digital intake is still predominant in urban areas and along the line of rail.

He has since called for decentralized access to modern technologies and other digital services.

He has told ZNBC News that the services should be offered in local languages as a way of bridging the gap in telecommunications.

Kapwepwe,Melu to address Entrepreneurial conference at Georgia University

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Kapwepwe,Melu to address Entrepreneurial conference at Georgia University

The upcoming “Shifting Mindsets for Entrepreneurial Success Conference” at Georgia State University in Atlanta, USA, is set to feature prominent Zambian figures, including former ZNBC Board Chairperson Mulenga Kapwepwe and Absa Managing Director Mizinga Melu. This dynamic event, organized by the Zambia Promoting Leadership in America Foundation (ZLA), will mark the fourth installment of a series dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and leadership.

Fred Brazle, the founder of ZLA, views the conference as a unique opportunity for the Zambian diaspora to convene, exchange ideas, and establish collaborative partnerships. The event aims to empower individuals with the entrepreneurial mindset required to succeed in various ventures.

Dr. Brazle expressed her enthusiasm about honoring accomplished Zambians living abroad during the conference. These awards recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made by these individuals within their respective fields.

The conference is scheduled to commence on September 7th with an enlightening lecture by Mulenga Kapwepwe. Ms. Kapwepwe, renowned for her work as an author and activist, will deliver a speech titled “African Women Decolonizing History, Culture, and the Arts through Digital Humanities.”

On the following day, Zambian Ambassador to the United States, Chibamba Kanyama, will inaugurate the conference and deliver a special address addressing the current state of the nation.

The list of distinguished speakers includes Mizinga Melu, Schenectady Community College President Dr. Steady Moono, and Bow Valley President Dr. Misheck Mwaba, all of whom bring their unique insights and experiences to the table.

The highlight of the event will be the recognition of notable Zambians in the diaspora on September 9th for their outstanding contributions. The awardees include Dr. Justina Mutale, Dr. Chiluwata Lungu, Emmanuel Nkole, Anthony Chanka, Fiskani Kaira, and Samuel Sikapizye.

The awards gala will be graced by the presence of Zambian artiste Yo Maps, adding a cultural touch to the celebration of Zambian excellence abroad.

Zambia Flying Doctor Service observes increase in Hypertension cases in Senanga’s Litambya area

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Zambia Flying Doctor Service observes increase in Hypertension cases in Senanga’s Litambya area

The Zambia Flying Doctors Service team conducting health outreach programmes in Senanga district in Western province has noticed an increase in hypertension cases and other communicable diseases.

ZANIS reports that the team has since observed that these are the major cases affecting people in Litambya area.

Zambia Flying Doctor Service Team leader, Richard Khaki, has attributed the increase in hypertension cases to people’s change in lifestyle of abandoning their traditional food.

Dr Khaki noted that the high intake of salt and lack of exercise among the people is contributing to an increase of hypertension cases.

“The people around Litambya rural health center are closer to Senanga town and most of them have adopted the town eating habits hence contributing to increase in heart diseases,” he said.

Dr Khaki said arthritis was also noticed in most people who were above 50 years, noting that aging comes with a lot of complications.

Litambya has a population of 7,432 people but the team did the general screening of the 424 patients.

The Zambia Flying Doctors Service Team leader stated that for laboratory service, nine people were seen against the target of 50 as there were not many infectious diseases such as malaria cases.

Dr Khaki said the medical team, which is in Senanga district for five days, operated on one patient at Senanga district hospital on the first day and 30 other people were  screened.

He said 443 patients were attended to on the first day against the target of 245 as set by the Zambia Flying Doctors Service.

Meanwhile, Senanga residents have thanked the Zambia Flying Doctors Service for offering medical services to people in the hard to reach areas.

Constance Mufaya said people in the Litambya area have a lot of ailments affecting them but have no access to specialised service closer to their homes.

Ms Mufaya said the Zambia Flying Doctor Services’ visit to the area is a blessing to many people in Senanga.

“I am happy that they are attending to different kinds of ailments and I am a beneficiary of the reading glasses because I have a problem with my eyes. I thank them for coming to the aid of rural people,” she said.

Another resident, Annie Mabuku, said accessing medical services in the remote areas is a hassle as one has to walk a long distance to access medication.

She said the initiative to take the medical services closer to the people is welcome.

Senanga District Administrative Officer, Munalula Mufaya, said the district has a difficult terrain where  in most places  the mode of transport for people is a vehicle that has a four wheel.

Mr Mufaya said the scenario makes people keep their ailment for a long time because they have difficulties in accessing specialised medication.

“It is good that the Zambia Flying Doctors Service is here because a doctor’s hand of a doctor will touch most of them,” Mr Mufaya said.

 

 

Climate Change-Health nexus: Reproductive health key but forgotten component in the talks

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Climate Change-Health nexus: Reproductive health key but forgotten component in the talks

Stakeholders at the ongoing regional workshop on health and climate change taking place in Lilongwe, Malawi have been urged to seriously look beyond the infectious, communicable diseases but begin to see the bigger symbiotic relationship between population growth and climate change.

According to Prof. Sosten Chiwotha, the Executive Director of Leadership in Environment and Development (LEAD) for Southern and Eastern Africa, environmental degradation creates vulnerability to climate change and this environmental degradation mainly comes because of population growth.

He further said environmental degradation brings in two extremes; excessive rainfall, which subjects land to flooding and makes people who rely on surface water like rivers and wetlands to have problems because the water which they would have used, may have run off because of environmental degradation and eventually lead to drought.

“When you have high population growth, it means people settle in areas that are fragile because in normal places they cannot settle or grow crops because they are already occupied. This therefore means that whenever there is extreme weather like flush floods, it is in those fragile areas where people stay because of high population growth and urbanization leading to exposure to disasters.

“There are these linkages between climate change, health, and the impacts of extreme weather shocks that appear to be escaping the discussions around climate change and health. People must be empowered to begin seeing the interconnectedness of population, environment and health in development. This is what will fully bring in resilience,” Chiwotha said.

He further said voluntary family planning is one of the strategies that need to be in place in the adaptation to climate change drive. He said if people decide to choose as to when to have children and make choice of caring and educating their children, they will be able to do other things like growing crops and growing trees.

“For adaptation to be effective, everyone must participate whether it is the youths, women and this will be good for building resilience. When we have floods, we find that some clinics are washed away, and the women are the worst affected in such situation so we should not leave them behind when it comes to building resilience.

“The main point is that we want to create opportunities for everyone to participate fully in the adaptation drive and it should not be policy makers and duty bearers only. For your information, it is evident that the demand for voluntary family planning is higher than the services rendered which means that most people have already embraced the concept of voluntary family planning, “he said.

The workshop is taking place under the USAID-funded Building Capacity for Integrated Family Planning/Reproductive Health and Population, Environment and Development Action (BUILD) project which has drawn together its consortium members like AFIDEP, the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance, the LEAD, FHI360, and Path Foundation of Philippines. However, the workshop is a joint effort of BUILD, through AFIDEP, PACJA and LEAD have teamed up with the Amref Health Africa, Africa Group of Negotiators, WHO and Welcome Trust.
Dr Eliya Zulu, the Executive Director of the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) called on partners to put in enough resources into health research, innovation and integrated approaches that would inform a nexus programming to the effects of climate change.

“Time has come for Africa to set its priorities right and drive formal discussions that are critical this time when the continent has been hit hard by the cyclone Freddy and other incidents not only in Malawi but also in other African countries, be it drought, or otherwise.

“It is important to build political momentum on the global climate change diplomacy and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNCCC) negotiations to build evidence and arguments that will support Africa’s agenda to reshape health preparedness and responsiveness to climate change effects,” he said.
Zulu added by calling all the participants to look at the impact of population growth on development and climate change. He urged participants to use evidence-based information in mitigating the impact of climate change on health in the light of population growth.

Xinhua donates laptops, hard drives to ZANIS

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Xinhua donates laptops, hard drives to ZANIS

The Xinhua News Agency of the Republic of China has donated laptops and hard drives to the Zambia News and Information Services.

Speaking during the handover ceremony held at ZANIS headquarters in Lusaka Xinhua President, Fu Hua, said the news agency is ready to continue providing support to and working together with ZANIS.

Mr Hua said the donation of laptops and hard drives is meant to help ZANIS staff enhance their journalistic skills.

He stated that Xinhua hopes to work with ZANIS to deliver more information about the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) summit.

He added that the expected visit by President Hakainde Hichilema to China will cement the already existing cordial relationship between the two countries.

Mr Hua has since invited ZANIS to the fifth World Media Summit which will be hosted by Xinhua in December this year in China.

Mr Hua said he hopes the two agencies will take advantage of the summit to discuss how they can boost media development in the two countries.

He explained that Xinhua News Agency has witnessed many important moments between the two countries and thanked ZANIS for its partnership over the years.

He also disclosed that Xinhua is present in 48 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and registered its presence in Zambia in 1970, making it one of the earliest offices in Africa.

Mr Hua said the 40-year-old relationship between Zambia and China still remains cordial.

And ZANIS Director, Loyce Saili, who received the donation, said Xinhua and the Zambia News and Information Services have enjoyed good cooperation for many years.

Ms Saili said the cooperation dates back when ZANIS was still called Zambia Information Services (ZIS).

She announced that ZANIS is officially supposed to renew its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) of 1984 with Xinhua later this year.

She stated that the MoU is meant to revive the relationship with Xinhua News Agency and allow for the exchange of news, visits and training of workers in different aspects of the media.

Ms Saili disclosed that the news agency recently established the ZANIS Television channel, which is yet to be launched before the end of the year hence the need for employees to be trained in TV production in order to enhance their skills.

She said it is important for ZANIS employees to be further trained, especially that this is the first time the agency is providing broadcasting services since its inception.

“ZANIS is a government department under the Ministry of Information and Media and it is the largest news organisation in the country in terms of footprint and spread. The agency is found in over a hundred districts in Zambia, and we are yet to be established in the new districts,” she explained.

Ms Saili added that ZANIS’s day-to-day activities includes news gathering through District Information Officers and Reporters and shares the news with various clients including TV stations, radio stations, newspapers and online media.

She has since thanked Xinhua for the continued partnership, adding that ZANIS looks forward to many more cooperation in the future.

Minister Charles Milupi Inspects Progress on Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway

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Minister Charles Milupi Inspects Progress on Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway

The Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development Minister, Charles Milupi, conducted a comprehensive inspection of ongoing works on the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway, reiterating the government’s commitment to delivering high-quality projects within budget and on schedule.

Minister Milupi underscored the government’s dedication to three fundamental principles: ensuring the delivery of top-notch infrastructure projects, managing costs efficiently, and adhering to strict project timelines. During his visit to the construction site, he stressed the importance of upholding these principles to guarantee the successful completion of the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway.

Furthermore, Minister Milupi issued a directive to the contractor overseeing the project, emphasizing the inclusion of local contractors in the execution of this vital infrastructure initiative. By involving local contractors, the government aims to boost economic opportunities within the region while fostering the growth of local expertise in construction.

The rehabilitation of the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriageway has been a long-awaited and much-anticipated development for the region, and its significance was underscored by Copperbelt Province Permanent Secretary Augustine Kasongo. Kasongo expressed his relief that the project was finally underway, emphasizing that it was long overdue.

In his remarks, Ndola District Commissioner Joseph Phiri lauded the Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway project as a tangible demonstration of the government’s commitment to delivering on its promises to the residents of the Copperbelt. The commencement of this project serves as a testament to the government’s dedication to improving infrastructure and connectivity in the region.

The Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway project is expected to significantly enhance transportation links, reduce travel times, and bolster economic activities between the two major cities. It reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to invest in critical infrastructure projects that will stimulate economic growth and improve the overall quality of life for Zambians.

Zambia Police Denies Patriotic Front’s Mass Rally Amidst Controversy

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Zambia Police Denies Patriotic Front’s Mass Rally Amidst Controversy

In a recent turn of events, the Zambia Police Service has officially announced the denial of the Patriotic Front (PF) Party’s request to hold a mass public rally at Muchinga grounds of Zingalume compound on August 26, 2023. The decision, citing security concerns, has sparked controversy and a flurry of political discussions across the nation.

The saga began on August 10, 2023, when the Patriotic Front submitted a formal notice to the Zambia Police, requesting permission to hold a public rally on August 26th. While the notice was received and acknowledged by the police on the same day, their request was met with skepticism due to the prevailing traces of Covid-19 in the region. Consequently, the police advised the PF to notify the Lusaka City Council in light of health precautions.

On August 11th, the PF promptly complied with the police’s request by submitting their notification to the Lusaka City Council regarding the proposed public rally.

However, on August 15, 2023, the Zambia Police Service responded to the PF’s request with a rejection, citing security concerns. This decision set off a chain of discussions and negotiations between the party and the authorities.

On August 16th, the Acting President of the PF, Hon. Given Lubinda, met with the Deputy Inspector General of Police – Operations, Mr. Milner Muyambango, to address the rejection. Unfortunately, no conclusive decision was reached during this meeting.

Undeterred, on August 17th, the Patriotic Front, in accordance with legal requirements, appealed to the Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Jack Jacob Mwiimbu, regarding the Zambia Police’s decision to deny them the opportunity to hold the rally.

In a series of meetings, including one on August 23, 2023, with Hon. Nakacinda and others, the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security granted his approval for the rally, providing directives for it to proceed. However, the PF was advised to make a fresh application to the Inspector General of Police to agree on an alternative date and security arrangements.

On August 24, 2023, the Patriotic Front met with the Inspector General of Police and his two deputies to discuss the Minister’s approval and their intention to hold the rally. The PF presented a fresh notice proposing the original date of August 26, 2023. They also indicated their willingness to comply with the law requiring a 7-day notice period, suggesting a date of September 2, 2023, as an alternative.

In response, the Inspector General of Police insisted that the PF could only hold a public rally at the end of September 2023. This decision left the PF in a challenging position, as they had already complied with legal requirements and believed authorities were being insincere.

Consequently, on August 25th, the Patriotic Front announced their intention to proceed with the rally on August 26, 2023, asserting that they had adhered to the provisions of the Public Order Act and that the authorities were not acting in good faith.

This development has raised concerns about the relationship between political parties and law enforcement in Zambia, prompting calls for transparency and adherence to due process from various quarters.

Advocacy for Zambian only businesses underway

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Advocacy for Zambian only businesses underway

The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Zambia has embarked on a campaign to advocate for some businesses to be exclusively reserved for Zambian citizens only.

In his launching message, association board chairperson – Daimone Siulapwa believes the Government should start reserving some business for Zambian citizens only to avoid foreigners from dominating the local economy.

Mr. Siulapwa declared that foreign players are currently suppressing local development and opportunities for citizens as they dominate Zambia’s economy.

He charged that unfair competition, poor government policies, and lax immigration policies have allowed foreigners to control key sectors of the local economy.

“For clarity purposes, please note that “citizens” in this context means all Zambians who hold citizenship and a green NRC, irrespective of their place of origin, tribe, color or creed. We would also like to state that we acknowledge that foreign investments and players are necessary for a country’s development. However, if citizens are not involved or do not benefit, then the foreign investment is irrelevant. It is the government’s responsibility to ensure that only beneficial foreign investments are allowed, while avoiding unfair competition that harms the citizens,” Mr. Siulapwa said.

“The progress and advancement of Zambia as a nation will remain stagnant until its people take charge of their economy and actively drive it forward. Reserving certain businesses exclusively for citizens is necessary for the economic development of the country and the creation of job opportunities. By doing so, a nation can ensure its economy grows while providing its citizens with decent livelihoods. This is particularly crucial for developing countries like Zambia, where economic opportunities, including employment, are already limited. Reserving some businesses for citizens also safeguards the country’s interests, preventing domination by foreign companies and preserving industry control domestically,” he stated.

Mr. Siulapwa said time is ripe for Zambian citizens to take control and drive their own economy.

“We are now encouraging all concerned citizens, including all businesses and associations that have been affected in their industry by any unfair foreigner players to join hands with our movement that has already garnered one hundred and seventy eight thousand plus members (178,000). The time has now come for Zambian citizens to take control and drive their own economy,” he concluded.

K5 million set aside for Lonshi border upgrade- Kasongo

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K5 million set aside for Lonshi border upgrade- Kasongo

Over K5 million will be spent on the construction of Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA), Immigration and Zambia Police offices at Lonshi border in Masaiti district by JCHX mining and construction company.

Copperbelt Province Permanent Secretary Augustine Kasongo has thanked JCHX mining and construction company for supplementing government efforts by constructing offices for the officers at Lonshi border post.

Mr Kasongo said he is aware that the officers were currently operating in a not so conducive environment and that is why JCHX mining and construction company has come on board to help put up offices and staff houses for the officers operating at the border post.

The Permanent Secretary said this when he visited the construction site to check on the works done so far.

He added that once the project is completed, Lonshi will have a fully operational border post that will help decongest the Kasumbalesa and Sakanya border posts.

Mr Kaosongo said the province currently has two active border posts which are overwhelmed and needed to be decongest hence the need to make Lonshi a fully functional border post.

‘I visited Sakanya border and am not pleased that trucks are taking more than a month to cross over to the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo and that truck drivers lack proper sanitation,” he said.

Mr Kasongo observes that once Lonshi is upgraded to a border post, challenges currently being faced at Sakanya and Kasumbalesa will be minimised.

He expressed happiness that the constructor is already on site and that the project was expected to be completed in six months’ time.

The PS further observed that JCHX mining and construction company was also helping with the construction offices at Mokambo Border.

2 year old Luanshya boy dies in Inferno

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2 year old Luanshya boy dies in Inferno

A -2-year -old boy of Mpatamato Township in Luanshya district has died after he sustained burn wounds when the house he was sleeping in caught fire.

The incident happened on 23 rd August, 2023 around 12:00 hours when the mother left him sleeping in the house.

Copperbelt Police Commissioner Peacewell Mweemba confirmed that said the incident happened when mother to the deceased, Rhodah Sinyangwe, 28, who sells tomatoes by the roadside had gone to check on her merchandise around 11:50 hours leaving her son sleeping in the house.

Ms Sinyangwe shortly heard people shouting that her cabin was on fire, and when she rushed back, found her neighbors breaking down the door to rescue her son.

Efforts by the neighbors managed to break the door to the house and quench the fire, but the child had sustained burns all over his body.

The deceased was rushed to Roan hospital where he was admitted.

The matter was reported to the police and the fire brigade officers rushed to the scene.

The cause of the fire is not yet established although it is suspected to have been caused by an electrical fault.

The police have since opened an inquiry into the matter.

The two year old boy died two days later at Roan Hospital.

Power Dynamos on Do-or-Die Continental Mission

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Power Dynamos on Do-or-Die Continental Mission

Power Dynamos and Namibian side African Stars are set for Saturday’s CAF Champions League match at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola.

Stars edged Power 2-1 in the first leg match of the preliminaries played in South Africa last Saturday.

Speaking during a pre-match media briefing on Friday morning, Power coach Mwenya Chipepo expressed his confidence that his team will reverse the first leg loss.

Chipepo said Power had prepared well for the Namibians and urged fans to rally the Zambian champions.

‘Don’t focus on our past results. We have motivated our players. They work very hard and we are ready,’ he said. ‘Just come and watch tomorrow so that you see the good results,’ Chipepo said.

Power must beat Stars to avoid an early exit from the elite CAF club competition.

Stars coach Prince George Koffie declared his team ready for the match against Power Dynamos.

“Everyone will be happy under the sun to win at this level. You know at the Champions League level stakes are high so if you are able to win by a close margin you need to be thankful and excited,” Koffie said.

“We are excited but that does not mean we are complacent,” said the Ghanaian born trainer.

President Hichilema attends China, Africa round table indaba in SA

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President Hichilema attends China, Africa round table indaba in SA

President Hakainde Hichilema was among 14 African Heads of state and government that attended the China-Africa Leaders Round Table dialogue meeting on Thursday night , held at Hilton Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The closed door round table dialogue meeting which was being held under the Theme, “Promoting African Integration and jointly building a High-Level Africa-China Community with a shared Future” was Co-Chaired by Chinese President XI Jinping and South African President Cyril Ramaposa.

And in a shared joint Communique after the dialogue meeting, both the African countries and the Chinese government underscored that support for African developmental challenges should be aligned and synergized with the second ten-year implementation plan of agenda 2063.

Both China and African governments reaffirmed their strong commitment to the purposes and principles of the United Nations UN charter and their staunch support for each other in upholding territorial integrity, sovereignty, security and development interests.

The two sides also agreed that China-Africa cooperation should draw attention to the strengthening of existing global institutional mechanisms to ensure the participation of developing countries thus allowing for inclusiveness and global trust.

Further, both sides agreed that since its inception in 2000, the forum on China-Africa cooperation (FOCAC) has proved to be an effective platform for South-South of all the people of China and Africa.

On the African side, leaders commended China, for introducing the global development initiative, the global security initiative and the global civilization initiative in support of strengthening multilateralism and hoped China and Africa’s development will bring about more opportunities for peace and development in the World.

Meanwhile the Chinese government commended African leaders for their constructive and creative initiative undertaken towards ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The government of China called for increased dialogue and engagement to build trust and confidence and the creation of an environment conducive for dialogue between the warring parties.

Among the leaders that attended the round table meeting include President of the Union of Comoros who is also Chairperson of the African Union AU Azali Assoumani, President of the Republic of Senegal who is also Co-Chair of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation FOCAC Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Burundi and Chairperson of the East African Community EAC Evariste Ndayishimiye.

Others are the President of the Republic of Djibouti who is also Chairman of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development IGAD Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Congo and representative of the Central Africa, Denis Sassou Nguesso, Namibian President who is also Representative of the Southern Africa Hage Geingob.

While others are, Libyan Vice President of the Presidential Council Mossa Elkony and representative of the Arab Maghreb Union, Prime Minister of the Republic of Chad and Representative of the Community for Sahel-Saharan states Saleh Kebzabo among others.

President Hichilema was in South Africa to attend the 15th BRICS Summit and has since returned to Zambia.

Evans Kangwa Returns To Chipolopolo For Comoros Clash

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Evans Kangwa Returns To Chipolopolo For Comoros Clash

China based striker Evans Kangwa has been recalled to the Chipolopolo squad after a one year absence.

Zambia coach Avram Grant has named Kangwa in his 27-member provisional squad for the September 9 Africa Cup qualifiers against Comoros.

He last featured for Chipolopolo in September 2022.

Meanwhile, striker Fashion Sakala has been suspended for the Comoros game after accumulating two successive yellow cards.

According to FAZ Media, Zambia will enter camp on September 4 in Lusaka before flying out to Comoros.

Zambia tops Group H with 12 points, two better than Ivory Coast who will be hosting Lesotho and have already qualified as hosts.

FULL PROVISIONAL SQUAD

(GOALKEEPERS)

Toaster Nsabata (Zesco United), Lawrence Mulenga (Power Dynamos), Francis Mwansa (Green Buffaloes), Victor Chabu (Nchanga Rangers)

(DEFENDERS)

Benedict Chepeshi (Red Arrows), Killian Kanguluma (Kabwe Warriors), Stoippila Sunzu (Jinan Xingzhou-China), Tandi Mwape (TP Mazembe-DRC), Dominic Chanda (Power Dynamos), Frankie Musonda (AYR United-Scotland), Roderick Kabwe (Zakho Sports Club-Iraq), John Chishimba, Pride Mwansa (both Zesco United)

(MIDFIELDERS)

Benson Sakala (FK Mlada Bolesslav-Czech Republic), Kelvin Kapumbu (Zesco United), Kings Kangwa (Crvena Zvezda-Serbia), Emmanuel Banda (HNK Rijeka-Croatia), Golden Mafwenta (MFK Vyskov-Czech Republic), Rally Bwalya (Sekhukhune-RSA), Clatous Chama (Simba SC-Tanzania), Kelvin Kampamba (Zesco United), Lubambo Musonda (Silkeborg IF-Denmark), Lameck Banda (Lecce-Italy), Edward Chilufya (Midtjylland-Denmark)

(STRIKERS)

Evans Kangwa (Qingdao Hainiu-China), Moyela Libamba-Forest Rangers), Patson Daka (Leicester City-England)

SADC gives Zambia US$ 1 million for malaria

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SADC gives Zambia US$ 1 million for malaria

The Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) has released over US$ 1 million to the Ministry of Health to support implementation of enhanced equal access to malaria services.

Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Administration Collins Simoonga said government has received US$ 1,158,000 through the regional grant to support implementation of malaria activities in 14 border districts of Western and Southern Provinces.

 Prof. Simoonga said the SADC Secretariat wants Zambia to use the money to fight malaria in the two neighboring provinces along border areas.

The permanent secretary said that the National Malaria Elimination Programme will use the money to support implementation of the Malaria matchbox in border towns of Zambia and Namibia as part of an approach to improve access to malaria services by underserved populations.

Prof.  Simoonga said according to SADC findings, migrant and mobile populations are usually disconnected from health services, malaria surveillance and prevention services.

The Permanent Secretary is optimistic that the funds will be put to good use and help increase access to prompt malaria diagnosis and treatment among the mobile and migrant populations.

Prof. Simoonga was speaking in Livingstone when he officially opened a workshop for Malaria focal point persons drawn from Siavonga, Chirundu, Sesheke and Livingstone Districts.

The workshop aims at drawing action plans on how the Districts will be able to use the funding in coming up with malaria prevention plans such as community engagement and use of community radio stations among other activities.

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