Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) leader has observed that lack of industries in that country that can process copper ore has cost the Zambians employment opportunities.

Edith Nawakwi has wondered the government can allow the copper to be leaving the country in its role state.

Ms. Nawakwi notes that diversification of the mining activities can help boost employment opportunities for the Zambian people.

She adds that local people have not been benefiting from the mining industry adding that there is need for the locals to empowerment and see to it that they participate in the mainstream economy.

And Ms. Nawakwi has advised the media not to entertain statements that border of character assassination.

She observes that the media in the country focuses so much on what she termed as vindictive reporting adding that the media is expected to publish stories that will give the Zambians valuable information.

And the National Restoration Party (NAREP) has concluded the final draft of its election manifesto 2011 to 2016 which is set to be launched soon.

This follows the release of the preliminary version on 17th August in Lusaka that was subjected for public comment.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Qfm in Lusaka, NAREP acting national secretary Charles Mwenya has described the submissions of the public on what should be contained in the manifesto as overwhelming.

Mr. Mwenya says the party has also received submissions from Zambians in the Diaspora adding that this is a clear indication that people are in need of a comprehensive roadmap for developing the country.

He has therefore rubbished an opinion poll conducted by Synovate Research Company which has discovered that 93 percent of Zambians have not read manifestos of any political party that is taking part in the tripartite elections.

The NAREP acting national secretary explains that the document has spelt out the important benchmarks that his government will follow to improve the country’s economy with regards to investing in people.

QFM

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him”
(1 Corinthians 2:9, NKJV)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

One thing I’ve learned is that you cannot out dream God. When God brings a dream to pass that He’s placed in your heart, it’s going to be greater than you ever imagined. It’s going to be bigger, better and more rewarding. You could say: God’s going to supersize your dream!

Your dream may be to just get well, to be able to get around like you used to. That’s good, but God thinks bigger. When He supersizes that dream, you’ll not only be able to walk, you’ll be able to run! Your dream may be to just keep your marriage together. But God’s dream is to make your marriage happier and more fulfilling that it’s ever been before. Your dream may be to just pay your bills each month, but God’s dream is to give you an abundance so that you not only have enough for your needs, but you have money left over to be a blessing to other people! Today, have faith in God. Trust Him because He has good plans for you, and He is ready to supersize your dreams!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

God, I thank You for Your good and precious promises. Thank You for Your faithfulness to me. Help me to supersize my thinking and supersize my dreams so that my heart and mind can begin to grasp all that You have in store for me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

— Joel & Victoria Osteen

Police have warned that they will arrest any person found in possession of offensive weapons at political public meetings.

Assistant commissioner in Charge of Operations Solomon Jere says political party cadres who have developed a habit of wielding knives, machetes and stones at any slight provocation will face the wrath of the law.

He says police will not tolerate the use of weapons especially as the country goes to the polls next month.

Dr Jere also urged members of the public to report any violence to an emergency call center which has been set up at the police headquarters.

On Sunday machete wielding Patriotic Front cadres kept vigil at their rally held at the Freedom Statue in Lusaka.

Other cadres where armed with catapults.

During the same rally PF Secretary General Wynter Kabimba directed party cadres to hit back hard at political opponents if provoked.

And Inspector General of Police Francis Kabonde has warned politicians and members of the public against circulating rumours that border on national security.

Mr. Kabonde told a media briefing on Friday that the police will deal firmly with anyone found spreading rumours orally or through the print media.

He says spreading false information has the potential to bring anarchy and civil unrest in the country.

He has dismissed allegations by Kanyama constituency PF candidate Colonel Jerry Chanda that the ruling MMD has invited soldiers from Zimbabwe to reinforce ahead of the tripartite elections.

Mr. Kabonde says the allegations by Colonel Chanda are currently under investigations.

He has appealed to Zambians not to take seriously any rumours and avoid being excited over the current political debates among political players.

The Inspector General of Police further urged political parties and candidates not to go to the extremes in their political campaigns as this can lead to provocation and intimidation.

Mr. Kabonde says the Police will provide maximum security to all political parties before, during and after the elections, adding that it is not true that the Police have been impartial in dealing with erring party cadres.

ZNBC

Standard Bank Group has predicted victory for President Rupiah Banda in the September 20 general elections.

The research wing of Standard Bank says President Banda and the MMD will emerge winners of the 2011 elections, supported by the positive economic outlook.

The bank says the country’s per capita growth has been accelerating since President Rupiah Banda assumed office in 2008.

This is contained in the August 9, Standard Bank Group Africa Research report for Zambia.

The report however notes that the elections have put pressure on the kwacha which it anticipates to weaken as the political discourse gets heated up.

The bank expects the kwacha to move to K5,250 to one dollar.

Standard Bank Group becomes the third institution to tip President Banda as winner in the September 20 polls.

Early this month the Economic Intelligence Unit predicted for the fourth time running that President Banda will emerge winner in this year’s general elections.

Last week SYNOVATE, a leading research firm in the SADC region also predicted that President Banda will win the September polls with 42 percent.

ZNBC

PATRIOTIC Front president Michael Sata has outlined his vision for Southern Province promising to make maximum use of the vast land and water resources in the region.

Addressing a mass rally in Choma yesterday at Kings Centre grounds, Mr Sata told the cheering crowds that the neglect of the region will end next month when the PF takes power from the corrupt and incompetent Rupiah Banda administration.

Mr Sata said given the excellent location of Choma, the town was best suited to be the provincial capital but the MMD government has failed to make good use of this unique geographical position.

The PF leader said the town had also produced illustrious men and women that contributed immensely to Zambia’s freedom struggle. He paid tribute to Mr Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula, one of Zambia’s best known pioneers of the freedom struggle.

The PF leader has been on a campaign trail in Southern Province since Wednesday.

This afternoon, the PF leader will be addressing another rally in Livingstone to spell the PF vision for the tourist carpital.

BICEPS

Without a doubt the most worked on body part for men has to be the arms , the biceps in particular. It is practically impossible to walk into any gym and find that no one is working on their biceps. You may ask ” If it is so popular ,then how come not many people have huge arms?”  Two things;

technique- It is very important to have the correct technique , otherwise you risk injuring  yourself.

commitment- If you don’t see the results you were wishing for , don’t give up , building muscle takes time . Just be consistent and positive minded.

BEST BICEP WORKOUTS

In order to fully work on your biceps you will need access to weights. If you do not have any and are not a member of a gym , you have to be innovative and use some simple house hold items.  For example you can fill an empty 2 litre container with water , close it tight and use it as a makeshift dumbbell. You can also fill the bottle with sand to increase the weight.

STANDING BAR CURLS

Given the main role of the biceps is elbow flexion, the logical movement for stimulating the most amount of muscle in this region is the curl, and the most basic of all the curling movements is the standing barbell version, universally known as the greatest biceps exercise ever. If you are at home you can use a broom stick . Tie water bottles to each end of it.

How it is done;

• Hold bar with a shoulder-width grip, with arms straight towards the floor and elbows locked an inch from your sides.
• Curl weight towards the chest, while keeping the elbows and back fixed.
• Contact the biceps as the bar reaches the front of the chest.
• Resist weight as it slowly lowers to the floor for a full stretch.

Precaustion;

• For beginners start with small weights to get the range of motion correct.
• Lift the bar up and down slowly to really target the biceps.

 ALTERNATING ROTATING DUMBBELL CURL

This is a simple yet effective exercise.  By alternating, you can focus maximal intensity on each arm separately.

How it is done;

• grab two dumbbells (or water bottles) and hold them down at your sides, arms straight, palms facing your body. keep your elbows tucked into your sides as soon as you start curling.
•  start the movement with a hammer curl position ( that is your palms facing your side), then as the dumbbell clears your body, begin to rotate it so that at the end of the movement, your palms are facing your head.
• Once you lower the dumbbell back to the starting position, start curling with the next arm.

Precaution

• Start with smaller weights then steadily increase after time.
• Keep your elbows tight to your side and curl up slowly.

 CLOSE GRIP CHIN UPS

These are one of the best mass building bicep exercises . By keeping your hands close together and focusing on your biceps to lift your body, you will be essentially doing body weight curls.

There is a big difference between pull ups and chin ups. While pull ups are good for your arms and back, close grip chin ups concentrate more on the biceps.

How it is done;

•  find a straight bar that you can comfortably reach from a standing position. Grip the bar with an underhand grip (your palms should be facing you). Keep your hands a short distance apart; they should be right outside your chin on either side.
•  Pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar , then go back down. That is one rep , do as many as you can.

 BY KAPA187