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The Seed of the Word

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TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“But the seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop”
(Luke 8:15, NIV)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

Sometimes in the natural, we don’t see how God’s promises are going to come to pass in our lives. It seems like there are so many obstacles to overcome. But we have to see God’s Word like a seed. When it’s planted in our hearts, and we water it by thinking the right thoughts and expecting good things, that little seed begins to grow into something much, much greater.

Jesus told a parable in Mark, chapter four. He said, “God’s Word is like a tiny mustard seed. When it is sown, it is less than all the other seeds, one of the smallest. But when it grows up, it becomes greater than all.” Notice it goes from being less than all to being greater than all.

Are you in an overwhelming situation today, maybe in your health, finances or relationships? Does God’s promise seem small compared to what you’re facing?

Don’t sit back and think, “Man, it’s never going to get any better. It’s never going to change.” Instead, sow the Word by speaking it every single day. Water that seed by staying in faith because the seed of the Word has supernatural power in it. It will grow and flourish, and you will see God’s promises come to pass all the days of your life!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father God, today I choose to sow the Word of God! Thank You that it will not return void, but it will accomplish what it was sent forth to do! Thank You for giving every good and perfect gift to Your children. I bless Your holy name today and always. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

— Joel & Victoria Osteen

South Africa U17 Play Age Card After Defeat

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Zambia Under-17’s victory over South Africa Under-17 this afternoon was overshadowed at the end by accusations by the visitors of age cheating by their host.

Zambia beat South Africa 1-0 in the two sides friendly international played at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka.

South Africa coach Solly Luvhango claimed that Faz failed to provide adequate legal documentation that their players were all born after 1996.

“Am disappointed with Zambia. We agreed with Zambia that we shall use boys born in 1995-1996 now they are using boys born in 1994-1995 which is unfair and they know that. That’s why they didn’t bring passport but travel passes,” Luvhango said.

Faz however denied that they featured ineligible players but admitted that they had problems acquiring documentation for their players ahead of the friendly game.

Meanwhile on the field of play, Zambia dominated their hosts for over an hour led by the impressive winger and man of the match Ackim Mumba.

Zambia could have won the match by at least three goals had striker Kondwani Chungu not been clueless with what to do with the ball with every opportunity handed to him in front of an inviting goalmouth.

The hosts took the lead in the 31st minute through Dave Daka on the rebound after tapping-in the ball in a goalmouth scuffle after Chungu had hesitated with his earlier effort.

South Africa took the game to Zambia with the introduction of their promising midfielder Thando Maqhina of Diambas Academy in the 63rd minute who lit-up hitherto then a lethargic display from South Africa.

However, Maqhina was let down by his blunt attackers Kyle Harley and Ngcobo Siyanda.

Meanwhile, the victory was revenge for zambia five years after they lost 2-1 to South Africa in another friendly this time played at Arthur Davies in Kitwe.

Libya Go Top of Group C

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Libya moved to the top of Group C today after beating Mozambique 1-0 to end the latter’s interest in the 2012 Africa Cup qualifiers.

Rabiyah Lafi handed Libya the three points with a 30th minute goal to put a smile on their home fans in the trouble torn country.

Libya move from 8 to 11 points for at least 24 hours ahead of Zambia’s away game to Comoros tomorrow afternoon in Moroni while Mozambique stay third on four points after five games played ahead of their now formality game against Comoros in Maputo on October 8.

Zambia slip to second place with 9 points from four game and must win on Sunday to reclaim pole position in Group C with the qualifiers now set for a showdown finish when they host Libya next month.

Power Dynamos Stay Top of Table

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Power Dynamos stayed top of the Faz Super Division table after beating Lime Hotspurs on the day the Kitwe giants and Zesco United set the standard in Week 21 in the race for the 2011 title race.

Power defeated promoted Lime Hotspurs 3-1 at Arthur Davies Stadium in Kitwe while Zesco were 3-0 home winners over another newcomer Kalewa at the Trade Fair Grounds in Ndola.

At Arthur Davies, Power went ahead in the 4th minute through Crispin Mulenga before Lime leveled in the 36th minute via a Brian Mwaba goal to see the two teams go 1-1 into the break.

Felix Nyaende scored his third goal in two games with Power’s second in the 58th minute and Luka Lungu wrapped up the business on 86 minutes.

Power lead on 40 points from 21 games while Red Arrows stay second on 37 points ahead of their Sunday clash against Green Buffaloes at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka.

However, Power’s healthy goal difference is certain to keep them on top for another week whatever the result at Nkoloma tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Zesco moved from 4th to 3rd place after beating Kalewa 3-0.

A rare goal from Billy Mwanza with an 18th minute header set Zesco on their way to victory.

Maybin Mwaba made it 2-0 in the 35th minute before Alfred Luputa scored his 10th goal of the season with the hosts final goal in the 74th minute.

At Nchanga Stadium in Chingola, Nchanga Rangers won their northern Copperbelt derby against Konkola Blades to move from 7th to 5th thanks to a goal from Kasonde Bwalya 5 minutes before fulltime.

Kabwe Warriors suffered their second successive defeat this time at home where Nkana beat them 1-0 via a Lameck Mwale 3rd minute goal.

And at Dola Hill, Forest Rangers defeated Nkwazi 2-1.

Playing Sunday
04/09/2011
Red Arrows-Green Buffaloes
Zanaco-Green Eagles
Nakambala Leopards-Roan United

 

It Was FJT’s Wish for Banda to Win, Says Regina

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Second republican president Frederick Chiluba and wife Regina confer during the Africa Freedom Day celebrations

Late second Republican president Frederick Chiluba’s widow, Regina has said it was her husband’s wish that President Rupiah Banda wins this year’s elections so that he continues the programmes that his Government has started.

And the Chiluba family has thanked President Banda and the Government for the support rendered during the funeral and burial of Dr Chiluba.
In a letter to President Banda dated August 29, 2011, Ms Chiluba said the Chiluba family would continue to support his administration because only he could take the country forward.

“As you know, it was my husband’s wish that you would win this election and continue the great programmes you started in this nation. Only you can steer this nation to continued economic prosperity in peace and stability.

“Your Excellency, we remain behind you, we support your issue-based, violence-free election campaign,” reads the letter in part. She said she had no doubt that President Banda would win the September 20 elections.

Meanwhile, Ms Chiluba has thanked the Government and President Banda for according her husband a dignified funeral. “On my behalf and that of my late husband, Dr FTJ Chiluba’s family I wish to place on record our gratitude for all the material and spiritual support you rendered to us during our bereavement. I also thank you for the tribute you paid to my husband on the day of burial.

“You saw to it that my husband was put to rest in the most dignified manner possible. We are most grateful to you. Your kindness will not go unrewarded. God Almighty will bless you and reward you as it is said in his word,” Ms Chiluba said.

She said President Banda’s selfless acts had brought dignity to her family and the country in general. “Zambians were able to recall and recount the good deeds of my husband while he held the office of second Republican president. Your selfless act further unified this country to what it was known for in the region and in the world, a mature, and peaceful and God fearing nation,” she said.

She said right up to his death, Dr Chiluba appreciated the honour and dignity President Banda had given him. Ms Chiluba said Dr Chiluba was sure that Zambia would attain higher heights with President Banda’s stewardship as he was a visionary and true son of Africa. She also thanked First Lady Thandiwe for consoling her.

“Your visit and counsel consoled me, strengthened me and gave me hope at the time of my deepest sorrow and unhappiness,” she said. Ms Chiluba said the first lady was an inspiration to the women of Zambia.
ZANIS

Kabimba challenges the UPND to state connection with MMD

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Patriotic Front Secretary General Wynter Kabimba
Patriotic Front Secretary General Wynter Kabimba

The opposition Patriotic Front (PF) has challenged the United Party for National Development (UPND) to explain its connection to government for using government resources during its campaigns.

PF Secretary General Winter Kabimba says his party is in possession of irrefutable evidence that the ruling MMD and the opposition UPND are closely collaborating and campaigning in some areas against the PF.

Mr. Kabimba alleges that the UPND is now involved in the abuse of government resources through the use of government motor vehicles in its campaigns and distribution of campaign materials.

Speaking at a media briefing this morning, Mr. Kabimba charged that one of the vehicles used is registered GRZ 852 BX which he said was found collecting UPND campaign materials from a house used as the UPND campaign centre in Lusaka’s Libala stage 4A.

Mr. Kabimba says there is no way UPND President Hakainde Hichilema should be trusted with presidency when he has betrayed the people of Zambia with his corruption and greed.

And the PF secretary general has demanded the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) to clean up the voters register for 2011 by removing all registered dead voters as well as to advertise the voters register in the press so as to enable voters know their polling centers to avoid fiasco during elections.

QFM

Claims of collusion between MMD and UPND are laughable-UPND

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THE United Party for National Development (UPND) has advised Patriotic Front (PF) leaders to accept that they have lost popularity in areas they previously claimed were their strongholds.

North-Western Province UPND youth chairperson, Victor Lumayi said yesterday that claims by PF Luapula Province chairperson Kennedy Sakeni that he was aware of the collusion between MMD and UPND were laughable.

Mr Lumayi said there was no need for MMD and UPND to team up against the Michael Sata-led party because it was not a factor in the political arena.
He said Mr Sakeni should not drag the UPND in PF’s failures which were there for all Zambians to see.

“They are now feeling the pressure because the PF has lost popularity. When you look at Lusaka and Copperbelt the party is no longer as strong as it used to be and now they are hallucinating.

“We would like to urge Mr Sakeni not to drag UPND in his politics, let them concentrate on building their lost popularity. We know the difficulties our brother Mr Sakeni is facing,” Mr Lumayi said.

He said PF had lost popularity in most parts of the country because Zambians had realised that it had nothing to offer to them. He said most of the people that supported PF in the past had now ditched the party because it had let them down.

“Now you find only frustrated politicians and people who really do not know what they want supporting the PF. All well-meaning Zambians know that the PF has nothing to offer to the Zambian people.

“They do not have a yardstick of how they want to move the country forward,” Mr Lumayi said. He advised Mr Sakeni and other PF leaders to desist from making false claims on popularity.

Mr Sakeni was quoted in yesterday’s Post newspaper as saying the MMD and UPND were working together secretly in order to defeat the PF.

[Times of Zambia]

Bishop Duffy’s body in

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HUNDREDS of people from all walks of life led by numerous Catholics yesterday thronged the Lusaka International Airport to receive the body of late Mongu Catholic Bishop Paul Duffy.

Many people could not hold back their tears as the plane carrying the clergyman’s body landed around 14:30 hours.

A funeral service was conducted in honor of Bishop Duffy in one of the sheds at Zambia Export and Growers Association (ZEGA) after a moment of silence was observed.

Some of the prominent Clergymen present were Auxiliary Bishop of Chipata Benjamin Phiri, and Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) Zambia delegation superior Fr Freeborn Kibombwe.

Speaking during the funeral service, Archbishop of Lusaka Telesphore Mpundu called on Zambians to be strong during the hard mourning period for Bishop Duffy.

And Zambia Episcopal Conference (ZEC) spokesperson Paul Samasumo said Bishop Duffy’s body would today leave St Ann’s Funeral Parlor for the Cathedral of the Child Jesus in Lusaka for a funeral mass at 09:00 hours.

Some of the parishioners talked to who had traveled from Mongu Diocese, said they would escorted the body back to Mongu.

Bishop Duffy, who died of leukemia in Texas, United States, on Tuesday last week, would be put to rest in Mongu next Monday.

The body would be flown to Mongu on Sunday morning and a religious reception would be held Kaande before a vigil is conducted at Mongu Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes
15:00 hours.

{Times of Zambia]

Chama District records 120 anthrax cases

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CHAMA District in Eastern Province has recorded cases of suspected anthrax in more that 120 people.

Ministry of Health spokesperson Kamoto Mbewe said in a statement yesterday that the outbreak was suspected to have been caused by an infected hippo in Luangwa River.

Dr Mbewe said all the patients recorded since Friday last week, had a history of having consumed or touched hippo meat.

He said the hippo was said to have died of anthrax around the upstream of the Luangwa River, where 62 hippos had so far died after showing signs of infection.

“Areas bordering Chama or anyone who has consumed hippo meat in the recent past may be affected,” he said.

Dr Mbewe said however that the public should not panic because the disease was treatable and that the Ministry had sufficient stocks of drugs.

He said samples had been sent to a laboratory in Lundazi and that a rapid response from the provincial office was already in Chama.

“A stakeholders meeting involving the Ministry of health, Ministry of Live stock and fisheries, a veterinary team from the University of Zambia and University Teaching Hospital laboratory team was held today,” he said.

He said an expert team had been constituted and dispatched to support the province and the affected districts.

Dr Mbewe said people who had come in contact or had eaten hippo meat in recent weeks and developed skin swellings like insect bites which later become blister or which eventually ulcerated, should quickly seek medical attention.

He said the affected areas had been cordoned off and sensitisation provided to people against eating game meat, while surveillance had been enhanced.

[Times of Zambia]

Father Bwalya’s sabbatical leave extended indefinitely

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Father Frank Bwalya

THE Catholic Church has granted Father Frank Bwalya indefinite leave of absence from Priesthood to allow him to concentrate on his personal life. The diocese of Ndola has also ordered Fr Bwalya not to act or represent the Catholic Church in any way during his indefinite leave.

This is according to a memoradum dated August 29, 2011 issued by Ndola diocese Archbishop Alick Banda, addressed to Fr Bwalya and the church. Bishop Banda has also asked Fr Bwalya not to perform any priestly duties, wear priestly attire and to be away from the presbytery during his leave.

“I also ask you not to act in any way for the Catholic diocese of Ndola or the Catholic Church in general during your leave,” Bishop Banda said in a memo.
Fr Bwalya is believed to have requested the Ndola diocese for leave so that he could concentrate on his political activities. Bishop Banda said the church has consented to Fr Bwalya’s request and granted him indefinite leave of absence.

Bishop Banda advised Fr Bwalya to remain obliged and maintain his celibacy until a new way of life is determined by the competent ecclesiastical authority.
And the MMD on the Copperbelt have welcomed the indefinite leave of Fr Bwalya.

Provincial information and publicity secretary Yotam Mtayachalo said the leave is long overdue. “We welcome the indefinite leave of Fr Bwalya, who has so much hatred against President Banda and the MMD. We also urge him to reflect on his political activities during the leave so that he can repent,” Mr Mtayachalo said.

He said the activities Fr Bwalya has involved himself in are not in line with his status as a Priest. “How can a priest strangle a chicken at a public meeting? Such behaviour is unacceptable,” Mr Mtayahalo said.

A non-governmental organisation based in Ndola has also welcomed the indefinite leave of Fr Bwalya. Right Choice Support chairman Andrew Tembo said Fr Bwalya should now join politics because he will no longer pretend to be speaking for the Catholic Church.

“We want to commend the Catholic Church for the bold decision they have taken against Fr Bwalya who has clearly demonstrated that he has joined politics,” Mr Tembo said.
Meanwhile, a Ndola-based clergyman said it is wrong for any church leader to publicly declare their political alignment to any political party.

Pastor Lawrence Temfwe said Fr Bwalya’s suspension will serve as an example to other church leaders who are actively involved in partisan politics.

He advised other church leaders to speak about developmental issues without favouring any party. “Let other church leaders know that it is not good for a man of God to be involved in active politics,” Pastor Temfwe said.

[Zambia Daily Mail]

MMD refutes Kawambwa voters intimidation report

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The ruling Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD) has refuted reports that it is intimidating rural voters in Kawambwa district of Luapula province ahead of the elections.

On thursday, the Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) confirmed receiving reports of MMD officials threatening electorates in the area that they establish who they will vote for on 20th September by checking in the computer system.

MMD deputy national secretary Chembe Nyangu tells QFM in an interview that such allegations are only aimed at bringing the party down.

Mr. Nyangu, who however expressed ignorance on the matter, accused the opposition parties of using all sorts of means to de-campaign the ruling party.

He notes that there is no way candidates can know who votes for them and who did not because elections are not conducted electronically.

He says it is surprising how the opposition is panicking ahead of the polls.

Mr. Nyangu says his party will remain focused with its issue based campaigns because it wants to return to power after the 20th September, 2011 polls.

Zimbabwean Police officers were only passing through Zambia-Zambia Police

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Zambia Police spokesperson Ndandula Siamana
Zambia Police spokesperson Ndandula Siamana

The Zambia Police service has clarified that the Zimbabwean Police officers spotted in the country did not come to Zambia to help police the elections.

Police Spokesperson Ndandula Siamana claims she was misquoted in an article in which she admitted that the Zimbabwe Police were in the country.

Ms. Siamana has however said that the Zimbabwe Police officers spotted in the country were merely in transit to the Democratic republic of Congo for the SADC Police games.

She says Zambians must not be misled that government will allow police officers from another country to help in policing the elections.

Ms Siamana adds that it is impossible for the country to have Zimbabwe Police come and police the elections.

QFM

RB to commission Chongwe Water Treatment Plant today

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President Rupiah Banda

President Rupiah Band will today be in Chongwe District for campaign rallys and the commissioning of the Chongwe Water Treatment Plant.

President Banda has made provision of safe drinking water one of his key priorities since assuming office in 2008.

Today’s event is testimony of the MMD Government’s commitment to the promises it has made to the Zambian people.

The President’s Special Assistant for Press and Public Relations Dickson Jere confirmed this in a statement yesterday.

Mr. Jere said the Government has provided the District with financial resources for the improvement of rural sanitation, including areas around Luangwa Bridge which also require good sanitation.

‘Provision of such life-supporting services is in line with President Banda’s seven-point development plan which he intends to implement from 2011 to 2016. Point number-seven is on how the MMD Goverment will ensure the creation of a better health service for all Zambians,’ he said.

While in Chongwe, the president Banda will also address his first public rally in Lusaka Province since the announcement of the date for the tripartite elections which will be held on September 20, 2011.

“Once again, the Head of State will explain to the Chongwe electorate the reasons why he should be re-elected, having already delivered unprecedented infrastructure development and improved the Zambian economy,” said Mr. Jere.

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Zambia: A Young Nation With Old Politicians!!

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By George N. Mtonga

In 1964 what was Northern Rhodesia became Zambia and undeniably vouched for her sovereignty before the Queen as well as the world. Zambia from 1964 to 1991 was an experiment. it was impossible for the founding fathers to develop a country and a political program that was not reacting to the colonials. President Kaunda served our country in his capacity as president given the constraints of his times, given the concerns of his generation, and given the priorities of the world at that time.

In 1991 Frederick Chiluba and MMD ushered in a new development for the young nation. Zambia learned politics; her politics!! At this point we were able to discuss politics within the constraints of our country, as opposed to the politics of the 60s which were a reaction to the colonial masters. President Chiluba’s legacy in my view is that he allowed for Zambia to have her politics in the form of the creation of a multi-party democracy; this gave us the power to discuss politics from contesting perspectives.

[pullquote]The world is changing and we are not fighting for independence from Britain neither are we trying to convince Dr. Kaunda on the virtues of a multi-party democracy. Our generation should make an effort to have a different political dialogue and a different political attitude.[/pullquote]

President Mwanawasa comes at a time when Zambia is gainfully becoming a player on the continent of Africa as well as gaining some global presence. Globalization of course served its purpose during President Chiluba and during President Mwanawasa we made far much greater steps towards a transparent and more progressive future. The presidency of Mr. Rupiah can rightly be merged with that of Mwanawasa because Mr. Rupiah continued the politics of MMD and much of the late presidents domestic policies.

Zambia has only had two presidents who have been crucial to her growth: President Kenneth Kaunda ( UNIP) and President Frederick T. Chiluba ( MMD)

Iam writing this rather short history of politics in Zambia to illustrate that we are too young of a nation to be conservatives!! As elections approaches, I ask that Zambians experiment; we need to change our current political thought for ideas that will serve the progressive development of our country in view of geopolitics.

The world is changing and we are not fighting for independence from Britain neither are we trying to convince Dr. Kaunda on the virtues of a multi-party democracy. Our generation should make an effort to have a different political dialogue and a different political attitude.

As we all put our votes in for the next president I ask that Zambians experiment; we are too young of a nation to play it safe: our institutions are young, our constitution even younger, and our politics still developing!! We need to challenge ourselves in an effort to present a future far much more idealistic, and far much more in line with the virtues of a democratic society. A society, as a general rule, is developing when you look at the treatment of women in that society, the treatment of the poor, the education level of its citizens, and the advancement of its public system.

[pullquote]As we all put our votes in for the next president I ask that Zambians experiment; we are too young of a nation to play it safe: our institutions are young, our constitution even younger, and our politics still developing!![/pullquote]

I’am committed to a better Zambia and Iam not scared to gamble on her future nor do I think conservatism is the answer for our nation. Aggressive political visions are needed and a commitment to change should be a constant breath that is breathed in every Zambian.

The future, in short, belongs to those who dare think of it and who challenge the present and straighten it to satisfy their goals of a better future. Zambia is very young, too young, not to take advantage of the idealism, and stamina, and energy that comes with youth; we are not even half a century old!!!!

Bonetti Drops 3, Zambia Head For Comoros

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Dario Bonetti has dropped three home-based players from his 20-man team that flew out for Comoros today.

The three players include Zesco United Jacob Banda.

Others are Red Arrows wingback Jimmy Chisenga and Power Dynamos midfielder Kennedy Mudenda.

Nyambe Mulenga of Zesco and Thomas Nyirenda from Konkola Blades are the only home-based players in the traveling part for Sunday 2012 Africa Cup Group C qualifier.

Meanwhile, President Rupiah Banda made a brief stopover at the teams camp at Golfview Hotel in Lusaka before departure.

And in other news, the Zambia under 17 national team will on Saturday face their South African counterparts in a junior friendly international in Lusaka at Nkoloma Stadium.

It will be the first time the two teams will be clashing at Under-17 level in a friendly match since 2005 when South Africa beat Zambia 2-1 at Arthur Davies Stadium.

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