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Nkana beat Kalulushi Modern Stars 4-2 in a pre-season friendly on Sunday at Nkana Stadium in Kitwe.
Uganda import Tony Udoh scored his first 2015 pre-season goal following his recent return to action after a seven month injury layoff.
New signing from demoted Indeni Djunes Kanda and Simon Bwalya scored Nkana’s other goals while attacking midfielder Shadreck Musonda returned to haunt his former club when he too found the target for the Kitwe side.
Meanwhile, Modern Stars were on target through Cephas Handavu and Ackson Mwale.
Zesco Managing Director Victor Mundende has urged workers at the power utility company to apply themselves with renewed zeal and dedication in the execution of their duties.Addressing workers during his inaugural speech at Zesco offices on Malambo Road in Lusaka on Friday, Mr Mundende urged workers not to work against each other but to work as a team.
He, however, noted that there was poor work culture and time keeping with lack of dedication to work by most employees.Mr Mundende also noted that some workers at the company’s head office were in the habit of shopping during working hours.
“Over the last couple of months, we have also noted with concern the lack of dedication and drive towards work by some of our employees. This has a direct bearing on Zesco’s service delivery to its esteemed customers. In the case of workers at head office, we have seen an increase in malingering ever since Levy Park Mall was opened, with some workers engaged in shopping activities during working hours. This has to stop,” he warned.
He said a confident workforce with high morale was key to increased productivity.
“In this regard, human resources are directed to ensure that the following are realized: That recognition and rewards are clearly and consistently tied to job performance and overall business results; That learning opportunities are provided for employees to excel at their current jobs but also to grow into new one; and lastly that HR programmes and policies should be consistent and fair for all employees,” he said.
Mr Mundende has also director human resource department to lift the general ban on overtime payment with immediate effect.
He further urged the company’s Human Resource department to step up training especially of junior officers.
“We need to embrace quality in every aspect of our business process, be it in construction or customer care. Our vision and target should be for Zesco to get ISO recognition, as a company that puts quality at the center of its activities. And I am glad that we have set up a SHEQ department that will spearhead this task,” he said.
He said as part of the company’s mandate to support the government development agenda, Zesco needed to accelerate electrification projects, particulary in rural areas to help Zambia attain its vision 2030 goals of poverty reduction, among other programmes.
“For us to succeed, we need to be focused and work hard. We need to put in our efforts at all levels. We should have the pride of serving our company and the nation through our sweat, aptitude and attidude. To achieve this, it calls for disciplined workforce. Our mission to be an effective service provider through a highly motivated team driven by passion for innovation and excellence should not just be words that are written on our brands but should resound in all of us as an energizer,” said Mr Mundende.
File:UPND president Hakainde Hichilema greets the then Defence and Justice minister Edgar Lungu shortly before President Sata’s Body at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport from London on November 1,2014 -Picture by THOMAS NSAMA
We are sorry to have received the sad news of President Edgar Lungu’s illness while officiating at a national observance.
As UPND and all well-meaning Zambians, we sincerely call for his quick recovery and pray to God for mercies.
We also pray for President Lungu’s family and the entire PF to remain strong during this moment.
The Medical Team attending to President Lungu,has explored options of correcting the narrowing of the oesophagus (food pipe)that led to the illness of the President on Sunday March, 8 2015.
Doctors have recommended that President Lungu undergoes a high-tech medical procedure which is currently unavailable in Zambia and therefore he has been referred for specialised treatment abroad.This is according to the second medical bulletin released by Special Assistant to the President Amos Chanda
President Lungu has a history Achalasia (the condition of the narrowing of the food pipe.) This condition was corrected 30 years ago at the University Teaching Hospital and appears to have recurred.A team of senior doctors comprising physicians, surgeons, pathologists, and radiologists, reviewed these findings and recommended immediate correction of this condition.This statement has been authorized by Dr. Dorothy Kasonde and Dr. Dave Kishore on behalf the doctors attending to President Lungu.
What is Achalasia
Achalasia is a condition that affects the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. In individuals with achalasia, the esophagus does not work properly. Food may become trapped in it. This condition can be related to damage to nerves in the esophagus. It can also be caused by damage to the lower esophageal sphincter. The lower esophageal sphincter is a valve that closes off the esophagus from the stomach.
How Is Achalasia Treated?
Several types of treatment can be used to either temporarily reduce symptoms or permanently alter the function of the lower esophageal sphincter.
The first line of treatment is often oral medications. Nitrates or calcium channel blockers can help to relax the sphincter so food can pass through it more easily. Doctors might also use Botox to relax the sphincter.
To treat achalasia more permanently, doctors can either dilate the sphincter or alter it. Dilation is typically done by inserting a balloon into the esophagus and inflating it. This stretches out the sphincter and helps the esophagus function better. However, sometimes dilation tears the sphincter. If this happens,additional surgery to repair it may be needed.
Esophagomyotomy is a type of surgery used to help people with achalasia. Doctors use a large or small incision to access the sphincter and carefully alter it to allow better flow into the stomach. The great majority of esophagomyotomy procedures are successful.
What Can Be Expected in the Long Term?
Prognosis for this condition varies. Some people only have very mild symptoms. For others, treatment can be highly successful. Sometimes multiple treatments are needed to handle symptoms.
Unfortunately, if a dilation procedure doesn’t work the first time, surgery may be needed. Usually, the chance of success decreases with each successive dilation. Therefore, doctors will often seek alternatives if several dilations are not successful.
The success rate for esophagomyotomy is thought to be 80-90%. However, patients may develop some complications. These include:
issues related to tearing of the esophagus
acid reflux
respiratory conditions caused by food travelling up the esophagus and into the windpipe
VP Inonge Wina received flowers from eight-year-old Tasheni Bota
Vice-President, Mrs Inonge Wina, has arrived in New York, where she is leading the Zambian delegation to the 59th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women at United Nations (UN) Headquarters.
The Vice-President will deliver Zambia’s national statement to the 59th Session of the CSW, hold bilateral meetings with the Swedish delegation and speak at a high-level side-event on reproductive rights.
According to a statement issued by First Secretary for Press and Public Relations Permanent Mission of Zambia to UN ,Chibaula Silwamba, Ms Wina will also deliver a lecture at Columbia University, one of the top universities institutions in United States of America (USA).
The Vice-President is scheduled to meet Zambians living in the tri-state of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut at the Permanent Mission to the United Nations.
Zambia UN Mission Charge D’Affaires ad interim Christine Kalamwina informed the advance party of the delegations that representatives of Member States , UN entities, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from all regions of the world will attend the annual event.
She said Zambia would actively participate at CSW59 to champion gender equality and women’s empowerment.
“Zambia is one of the leading countries in the promotion of the welfare of women and girls; and this is an opportunity for us to highlight our achievements in this regards,” Ms Kalamwina who is Zambia’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations said.
Ms Kalamwina said CSW59 was an opportune gathering to introduce Zambia’s female Vice-President to the world.
“We are proud that His Excellency the President Mr Edgar Lungu appointed Her Honour Mrs Inonge Wina to be our first ever Vice-President and assigned her to lead the delegation to CSW. This confirms his commitment to uplifting the wellbeing of women, and all Zambians,” Ms Kalamwina said.
The CSW59, dubbed Beijing+20, is taking place two decades after the 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing that marked a significant turning point for the global agenda on gender equality.
The main focus of the session will be on the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, including current challenges that affect its implementation and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women.
The CSW59 will discuss opportunities to achieving gender equality and empowerment of women in the Post-2015 Development Agenda, currently being formulated.
VP Inonge Wina hugs Tasheni BotaVP Inonge Wine -(centre)Zambia Mission to UN Ambassador Mwaba Kasese-Bota and Zambia Ambassador to US Palan Mulonda (left)
The Zambia defender headed-in Shenhua’s final goal in stoppage time at the end of the 90 minutes in their 6-2 win over Shenxin.
Sunzu played the full 90 minutes of the victory that sent Shenhua to the top of the table at the end of round one of games of the 2015 China Super League season.
The defender joined Shenhua in January from French club Sochaux after spending just one season in Ligue 1 following a Euros 1 million transfer from TP Mazembe on a three year deal.
Meanwhile, 24 hours earlier in the Chinese league, striker James Chamanga played the full game but did not score in seventh positioned Liaoning Whowin 1-0 away win over Guizhou Renhe.
SCORECARD
2015 Charity Shield Final
07/03/2015
Venue:Nkana Stadium, Kitwe
Zesco United 3(David Odhiambo 31′ 71′, Billy Mutale 80’og)-Power Dynamos 1(Alex Ngonga 78′ pen)
2015 TOP SCORERS
After games played 07/03/2015
CUP
David Odhiambo (Zesco United):2
Alex Ngonga (Power Dynamos):1
Billy Mutale(Power Dynamos): 1
Jimmy Ndhlovu(Power Dynamos):1
Winston Kalengo(Zesco United):1
Joseph Sitali(Nkana):1
CONTINENTAL
Justin Zulu (Zesco United):2
Alex Ngonga (Power Dynamos):2
INTERNATIONAL
AFTER 26/01/2015
Given Singuluma (TP Mazembe):1
Emmanuel Mayuka: 1(Southmapton):1
Kenya international defender David Odhiambo is thrilled to have grabbed a brace when Zesco United thumped Power Dynamos 3-1 in the Samuel “Zoom” Ndhlovu Charity Shield final on Saturday.
Odhiambo was instrumental at Nkana Stadium as Zesco bagged the first silverware on the local football front after he scored two powerful headers off John Ching’andu’s corners in each half.
“It is a good feeling as a player considering that I am new to the league. I know I will be there,” he said.
Odhiambo hopes to score more goals for Zesco.
“God willing you will see more goals,” he said.
Odhiambo added that Zesco’s win over Power is a major boost ahead of their 14th March, CAF Champions League match against Kaloum of Guinea set for Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.
“It is a big boost and we are going high knowing that we have come from a win. We are playing at home so there is no other option but to win,” he said.
Power Dynamos coach Tenant Chilumba on Saturday snubbed journalists after his side lost 3-1 to Zesco United in the 2015 Charity Shield final played at Nkana Stadium in Kitwe.
The heavy defeat appeared to have pained Chilumba who is yet to win a trophy as coach in Zambia>
When approached for a post-match interview, Chilumba refused to speak to journalists before delegating his deputy Anderson Phiri.
Phiri attributed the loss to complaisance among his players.
“We were relaxed knowing that we have been beating Zesco for some time. I think we were relaxed just look at the goals they have scored us; two set pieces,” he said.
Phiri however said Power will recover from the loss to focus on the away CAF Confederation Cup match against Mounana in Gabon on Sunday.
Government has honored the Late President Michael Sata for his contribution to Gender Equality and Empowerment of women in Zambia.
Minister of Gender and Child Development Nkandu Luo presented the award to Late President Sata’s daughter, Mwelwa on behalf of President Lungu during the International Women’s Day -IWD commemorations held at the National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka.The theme for this year’s IWD was; Gender is my Agenda: Make it happen.
Prof. Luo disclosed that the late President Sata has been honoured posthumously because of his efforts in moving and launching the gender policy when he served as Minister without portfolio in late President Frederick Chiluba’s government.Hundreds of Women and men from various organisations and political parties in Lusaka matched along the great North Road from Emmedale Police Station to the National Heroes Stadium to commemorate the International Women’s Day which falls on the 8th of March every year.
Addressing the gathering, President Edgar Lungu stated that government has made steady progress in supporting and empowering women through various women empowerment programs across the country.President Lungu said the country is gradually moving towards the attainment of 50-50 women representation in senior positions in government as witnessed by the appointment of the first ever woman Vice President, Inonge Wina.The President stated that he has appointment more women in various key positions in his government which he said clearly indicates that the country is moving towards achieving the 50 percent women representation as required by both the SADC and African Union protocols on gender equality.
He said since 2011, his government has stepped up interventions in the health sector which have resulted in positive growth in maternal health such as safe deliveries of babies from clinics and hospitals which has since risen from 45.1 percent in 2011 to 52.2 percent in 2013.
In a speech read for him by Gender Minister Nkandu Luo, the head of state has also promised to accelerate the construction of the 650 health posts and hospitals across the country and enhance access to essential amenities such as hospitals, market for agricultural produce and schools for children’s education.The President applauded the importance of the International Women’s Day as it recognizes the vital role women play in the development of the country.He challenged women to utilize the opportunity provide by the women’s day to be the change agent of the future they want by aspiring high.
And Non-Governmental Organisation Coordinating Council (NGOCC) Chairperson Sera Longwe has called on the judicially to review custodial sentence for defilement and Gender Based Violence related offences to deter would be offenders. Ms. Longwe noted that the country has continued to record increased numbers of GBV cases with the latest police report showing over 15, 000 cases recorded last year.Ms. Longwe further commended President Lungu for continuing with his predecessor’s legacy of appointing more women to high positions.
She stated that the appointment of a woman Vice President, Chief Justice and many other women Cabinet Ministers is an indication that the President recognizes the importance of women in the country.She has since appealed to political parties to adopt more women to contest as counsellors and Members of Parliament and Presidents in 2016 General election.
She said the country require more women to be in various positions adding that currently there are only 5 women Cabinet Ministers out of 20 women MPs and 84 women councillors out of the total 1,422 wards country wide.
Meanwhile United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon noted that it was disheartening to know that women and girls are still denied their universal rights and suffer from Gender Based Violence after 100 years of celebration of the International Women’s Day.In the speech read for him by UN representative Janet Rogan, the UN Secretary General noted that women have for a long time been trying to claim their rights in society such as rights to safe motherhood which has been denied to them.
The commemorations where attended by First Republican President Kenneth Kaunda, Chief Justice Ireen Mambilima, Speaker of the National Assembly Patrick Matibini, Lusaka Mayor George Nyendwa, Patriotic Front Secretary General Davies Chama, Ambassadors and High Commissioners accredited to Zambia and many other senior government official.
The Lusaka Fast Track court on Traffic offences has convicted and suspended the driver’s license of a Lusaka businessman for dangerous driving contrary to section 155 of the road traffic Act number 11 of 2002.
Magistrate Fydis Hamaundu fined Jama Said Abdizalan K3, 000.000 and suspended his driving license for two years.This was in statement by Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) Information Officer Fredrick Mubanga.
Particulars of the offence are that on 4th March 2015, Mr. Abdizalan drove a motor vehicle – Toyota Noah registration number ALM396 on Lubambe road on the opposite lane in a manner allegedly dangerous to other road users.
Meanwhile, Mr. Mubanga said about 125 drivers are expected to appear before the Lusaka Fast Track court this week for various offences.He said RTSA and the Judiciary signed a Memorandum of Understand (MoU) to roll out the Fast Track courts on traffic offences which is aimed at ending road carnage through prosecution of traffic offenders.
He further said the agency is high on alert to screen all motorists and ensure that no motorist flouts road traffic regulations with impunity.
President Edgar Lungu and First Lady Esther Lungu at the VIP ward in Maina Soko hospital where the president was undergoing tests.Picture by State house
FIRST Lady Mrs Esther Lungu has cancelled her trip to the United States of America. Mrs Esther Lungu was supposed to be one of the key speakers along His Excellency Ban Ki Moon and Melinda Gates at the launch of the UN Secretary-General’s progress report on the global strategy for women’s and children’s health 2010-2015.
Mrs Lungu was scheduled to leave for New York last night via Dubai using Emirates Airlines.However,yesterday,President Edgar Lungu collapsed during the International Women’s Day celebrations at Heroes Stadium in Lusaka.
President Lungu later delegated his authority to Minister of Gender, Professor Nkandu Luo to take charge of the remainder of the women’s day parade.
Doctors made a provisional diagnosis of low blood sugar possibly due to malaria. Due to this illness, President Lungu was forced to leave Heroes Stadium earlier than planned.
Doctors at Maina Soko Military Hospital have since conducted comprehensive medical check-ups and observed the President.The President was treated for malaria and fatigue and was advised to take some rest.
His Excellency Mr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu, President of the Republic of Zambia fell ill yesterday while officiating at the Women’s Day celebrations. At Heroes Stadium, the presumptive diagnosis revealed traces of malaria and low blood sugar level.
During his observation and treatment the low sugar level was corrected and the President was able to address the parade on the podium at Heroes Stadium.The President was later taken to Maina Soko Military Hospital for medical tests and observation. Medical tests carried so far ruled out full malaria infection.
The Nation may wish to know that President Lungu has a history of the narrowing of the food pipe (medically known as achalasia), which was corrected 30 years ago at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH).
The tests have revealed that this condition may have recurred and could have led to the low sugar condition the President experienced during the Women’s Day event.
A team of senior doctors comprising physicians,surgeons, pathologists, and radiologists, reviewed these findings and recommended immediate correction of this condition.
The President is in good condition and the nation shall be informed on further developments.
I will return to issue a second Medical Bulletin at 10:30 am Zambian time on Monday, March 9,2015, at State House in the Briefing Room.
This statement has been authorized by Dr. Dorothy Kasonde and Dr. Dave Kishore on behalf the doctors attending to President Lungu.
Issued By:
Amos Chanda
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
(PRESS & PUBLIC RELATIONS)
Presidcent Edgar Lungu at the Heroes Stadium today
The Zambia Medical Association, ZMA, has commended the handlers of President Edgar Lungu for their swift action when they advised the Head Of State to withdraw from the 2015 Women’s Day celebrations on suspicion that he could be going down with malaria.
Commenting on President Lungu’s impromptu departure from Independence stadium today, ZMA president Aaron Mujajati said State House demonstrated respect for the public when they publicly disclosed that the President sudden departure was on account of his illness.
“If he had just departed without any explanation, that would have fueled unnecessary speculation”, Dr. Mujajati said in a statement released in Lusaka today. The ZMA president said the swift action by State House medical team conveys the fact that no health issue should be taken lightly but instead be promptly investigated and dealt with quickly.
He further said State House should at some point soon issue a comprehensive statement on the matter for the information of the public who are the major stakehoders in the President’s health. The ZMA president said his organization is, through State House press secretary Amos Chanda, in touch with the President’s Medical Team who has assured us that “there’s nothing to worry about because the President is simply fatigued due to his busy schedule since taking over office and that traces of malaria parasites were detected.”
Dr. Mujajati said the unprecedented transparency exhibited by State House should be institutionalized so that subsequent administrations could handle the President’s health in a predictable fashion. The ZMA leader said his organization’s suggestion for the establishment of the office the Physician General should be the custodian of the institutions and protocols for the management of the President’s health.
Dr. Mujajati said the public announcement was even more timely especially that it was made at the time of celebrating Women’s Day “because women are the primary custodians of health.” The swift action by the President’s medical team should be a challenge to women who should not hesitate to take their children to health facilities should their be any indication that their health may be in danger.
Dr Kenneth Kaunda and President Edgar Lungu admire the reprint of Dr Kaunda’s book Zambia Shall Be Free, looking on is Kagem chairman William B Nyirenda
State House has released a statement to the media explaining why the president was fatigued. According to the statement,on Friday, March 6, 2015, the President officiated at the launch of Dr Kenneth Kaunda’s re-launch of the book “Zambia Shall Be Free” from 19:00 hours to 23:20 hours.
On Saturday, March 7, 2015, the president chaired the PF Central Committee meeting from 09:00hours to 18:00 hours and later met provincial officials and chiefs in the night.
Below is the full statement:
His Excellency Mr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu, President of the Republic of Zambia has had to excuse himself from the Women’s Day celebrations when he felt uncomfortable.
President Lungu delegated his authority to Minister of Gender, Professor Nkandu Luo to take charge of the remainder of the women’s day parade.
Later doctors detected high levels of fatigue. After a snap test in the holding room, traces of malaria were detected. Due to this illness, President Lungu was forced to leave Heroes Stadium earlier than planned.
Doctors at Maina Soko Military Hospital have since conducted comprehensive medical check-ups and observed the President and the results are good.
The President is being treated for malaria and fatigue and has been advised to take some rest.
“I am feeling much better and I have been told I have high levels of fatigue and should take some rest. There is nothing to worry about,” President Lungu said.
On Friday, March 6, 2015, the President officiated at the launch of Dr Kenneth Kaunda’s re-launch of the book “Zambia Shall Be Free” from 19:00 hours to 23:20 hours and on Saturday, March 7, 2015, he chaired the PF Central Committee meeting from 09:00hours to 18:00 hours and later met provincial officials and chiefs in the night.
Issued By:
Amos Chanda
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
(PRESS & PUBLIC RELATIONS)
