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Suspected Patriotic Front (PF) cadres attacked Movement for Multi party Democracy (MMD) aspiring Nalolo constituency area member of parliament Catherine Akayombokwa’s husband Lloyd.
Police Spokesperson Ngangula Siamana was not reachable for comment by press time to comment on the matter but Mr. Akayombokwa confirmed.
He said he was traumatized and on his way to Makeni Police Post to report the ordeal.
ZANIS reports Mr Akayombokwa confirming the development in a telephone interview, this evening.
He said the suspected PF cadres started throwing stones at him using catapults as he approached
Bama road.
He explained that a number of motorists were stoned in the process by the unruly
youths believed to be PF supporters.
“ Despite pleading with the cadres they continued throwing stones at my vehicle as it was clad with MMD posters of
President Banda and my wife’s portrait, “ he said.
He added that that the alleged cadres blocked the road using stones.
Mr Akayombokwa has described the behavior of the suspected PF cadres as barbaric. He has since called on political parties to refrain from engaging in campaigns of violence.
Mr Akayombokwa stated that if violence continues the country may be plunged in flames hence the need to up hold the peace.
Rupiah Banda With Northern Province MMD Candidates
President Rupiah Banda has appealed to all September 20 elections aspirants to be truthful in their campaigns and to avoid undermining and mudslinging each other.
ZANIS reports from Luanshya that the President Banda said, yesterday, that although Zambia is a democratic country, politicians from their respective political parties should endeavor to tell the Zambian people the truth about what they will do for them if elected into office.
“ Politicians, especially presidential candidates should be circumspect in the way the talk about others, “ he said.
President Banda, who was accompanied by the first Lady Thandiwe and other senior government and ruling MMD officials, was speaking today when he addressed thousands of Luanshya residents at the Rados Cinema Hall.
He said it was not right for presidential candidates and other politicians to peddle on lies about other politicians and to overstate issues during their campaigns.
He urged politicians to substantiate the allegations they make about other people.
The President said politicians should consider what could be sustained by the Zambian economy when making promises to Zambians other than talking about impossible issues.
“All politicians should come and stand before Zambians and give reasons why you should vote for them and stop undermining others.
“ As MMD we promised to fix roads, build more schools, hospitals and we have done that,” he said.
He reiterated his policy of empowering Zambians with houses through selling housing units to sitting tenants and allowing them to acquire loans to build their won houses.
President Banda said his Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD) will ensure that infrastructure is developed to a level that would trigger huge external and internal investment.
He explained that his government had already laid a strong foundation in developing road infrastructure on which economic prosperity can depend on.
Mr. Banda said government has improved the health, education and other sectors that were vital to the economic development of Zambia.
“Every President would want change by having more schooling opportunities for children, more medical attention and having infrastructure reconstructed for investment to flourish in the economy of the country,” he said.
The President further implored Zambians to uphold the peace which Zambia has enjoyed since independence.
He reiterated that sustainable development can only take place in a peaceful and safe environment.
“External investment should flow into a country where there is peace, in a country where workers are hard working and are responsible,” he said.
The President, who is on a campaign trail in some selected districts of the Copperbelt province, further asked Zambians to work together and love one another to foster development in the country.
“My dream for Zambia is that we must express our political feelings without hating each other,” he said.
And Mine Workers Union of Zambia (MUZ) Chairman, Stanslous Mwinde, extolled President Banda for listening to cries of the people of Luanshya when the Luanshya Copper Mine (CLM) was closed in 2008.
Mr. Mwinde said at the same meeting that the current owner of the CLM was a good choice made to take over the mine.
He said in a vote of thanks that workers that had lost their jobs were now happy because they have gotten back their jobs.
He has however appealed to President Banda to lobby for the increase of salaries for workers at the mine.
Mr. Mwinde further asked President Banda to direct the district council to reduce the prices of residential plots in order to enable residents of Luanshya, especially miners and civil servants afford to build houses.
Earlier, President Banda attended a church service at St. Maximillian Catholic Church in Mikomfwa township where he urged the church to pray for peace and unity as Zambia prepares for elections next month.
“We cannot achieve any of our desires for ourselves, our children and our families if there is no peace,” he said.
PARAMOUNT Chief Mpweto of the Bwile people in the Democratic Republic Congo talks to sub-chief (Natende) Dr. Katele Kalumba during the ceremony
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Chief Ishindi of the Lunda people in Zambezi district making history by becoming the first sitting traditional leader to graduate from the University of Zambia (UNZA)
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Above, the chief (right) who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, being congratulated by Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary Andrew Phiri as UNZA Deputy Vice Chancellor Wilson Mwenya (left) looks on in Lusaka
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Above, the chief, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, leaves the graduation square in Lusaka
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Above, the chief, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, being accompanied by his subjects and other former students after the graduation in Lusaka
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Campaign posters of various presidential and parliamentary candidates in the September 20 tripartite elections litter the Kafue roundabout fountain in Lusaka
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Campaign posters of various presidential and parliamentary candidates in the September 20 tripartite elections litter the Kafue roundabout fountain in Lusaka
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AVIC The construction of the Mongu-Kalabo road has started by Chinese AVIC International
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AVIC The construction of the Mongu-Kalabo road has started by Chinese AVIC International
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AVIC The construction of the Mongu-Kalabo road has started by Chinese AVIC International. The programme was delayed because of floods on the Barotse plains
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Nelson Mandela’s daughter Zinzi (r), Southern Province permanent secretary Gladys Kristafor (c) and Livingstone based clergy Bishop Janet Hart (r) arrives at Maramba Old People’s Home
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Nelson Mandela’s daughter Zinzi (l) meets a senior citizen when she visited the Maramba Old People’s Home on. With her is Southern Province permanent secretary Gladys Kristafor (c) and Livingstone based clergy Bishop Janet Hart (r)
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Kasama Arts Theathre entertaining people at MMD rally
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VJ arrives at Kasama airport
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Universal Printing Group Managing Director Mr Bharat Mehta addressing political parties and other stakeholders in Durban South Africa before the start of printing of ballot papers for the 2011 tripartite elections2
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Police Nkwazi women club singing at Police House handover ceremony
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Sub chief witness Mbesuma- Kasama road flag off
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Zambia National Soccer Team Coach Dario Bonetti watches the Zesco –Green Buffaloes rescheduled Week 10 match from the terraces at Woodlands Stadium in Lusaka
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Zambia National Soccer Team Coach Dario Bonetti buying some Bananas when he witnessed the Zesco – Green Buffaloes rescheduled Week 10 match which was played at Woodlands Stadium in Lusaka
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Zesco strikers haplessly watch as the ball zooms past the Green Buffaloes goal mouth without anyone making a touch much to the relief of their opponents during the rescheduled Week 10 match which was played at Woodlands Stadium in Lusaka
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Zesco’s Alfred Lupita (center) tries to beat his Green Buffaloes markers Joe Chungu (left) and Sanida Zulu in the rescheduled Week 10 match which was played at Woodlands Stadium in Lusaka
Zambia go into camp tomorrow to begin the first week of training camp ahead of next weekend 2012 Afica Cup Group C qualifier away to Comoros.
Dario Bonetti’s first week of training camp will be almost exclusively comprised of home-based players before the foreign call-ups start arriving next Monday.
Vanecious Mapande of Arab Contractors in Egypt is the only foreign-based player in the 21-man team that goes into camp at the Faz Technical Centre tomorrow.
The team will hold its first training session on Monday afternoon.
Goalkeepers:Jacob Banda (Zesco United), Racha Kola (Zanaco),Allan Chibwe (Zanaco)
Defenders: Mwelwa Sakala Cosmas Kabaza (Zanaco)(Zanaco), Jimmy Chisenga (Red Arrows), Richard Kasonde (Kabwe Warriors),
Midfielders: Henry Banda (Zanaco), Lewis Macha (Nchanga Rangers), Allan Mukuka (Green Buffaloes), Nyambe Mulenga (Zesco United), Thomas Nyirenda (Konkola Blades), Signs Chibambo (Nakambala Leopards), Kangwa Chileshe (Zesco United), Christopher Munthali (Power Dynamos), Kennedy Mudenda (Power Dynamos),
Bank of Zambia Governor Caleb Fundanga has observed that a safe environment is necessary for sustainable economic development and poverty reduction.
Speaking in Lusaka last evening during the installation ceremony for the Lions Club of Munali, Dr. Fundanga said Zambia continues to face great challenges in its quest to improve the wellbeing of citizens socially and economically.
Dr. Fundanga has called on the Lions Club to extend its outreach to areas that are not serviced by Non Governmental Organisations in the area of environmental protection.
He urged the club to pioneer a programme that will make the communities understand the interaction between poverty and environmental degradation.
Dr Fundanga further advised the club to avoid practices which may result in the depletion of resources on which communities depend for their livelihood.
“It is imperative that we all understand that a better environment stewardship is essential for sustainable economic development,” the Governor noted.
He also commended the club for initiating youth development programmes aimed at nurturing Zambia’s youth to be responsible members of society.
And Lions Club of Munali President Nephas Kango pledged his club’s continued commitment to providing various charitable services to the community.
This was during the induction of new office bearers for the Lions Club of Munali.
And Newly inducted Maluba Rotary Club President Arnold Shatunka of district 9210 has urged Rotarians throughout the country to work hard and make Zambia a better country to live in.
Mr, Shatunka made these remarks during his acceptance speech as President elect of Maluba Rotary club district 9210 at a fund raising dinner in Lusaka, last night.
He implored Rotarians to strive hard to be better livelihoods of the general citizenry by showing compassion and empathy to the needy.
The elect President reminded the Rotarians that they have a responsibility to serve the under privileged.
Mr Shatunka urged club members to sow seed of kindness as it is the sole obligation of the club to assist the needy in various communities.
And newly inducted Maluba Rotary club member Alexi Chileshe said he was happy to join the rotary club.
He said prior joining the club, Mr Chileshe was admiring the works of the Rotarians were doing in communities.
Mr Chileshe said its gratifying to work with people who have dedicated themselves in serving the under privileged.
And speaking earlier, Major General Anthony Yeta said government appreciates the help rotary club has always rendered in times of disasters.
Maj General Yeta said a lot of under privileged persons have benefited from the rotary club world wide.
He emphasized that both Rotarians and noon Rotarians should love and care for their neighbors.
Meanwhile Maj General Yeta has called on Rotarians to work with every peace loving Zambian as the country goes to polls.
Division 1 North side Mufulira Blackpool have suspended one player in connection with last weekend’s assault on a referee in their heated away derby against Mufulira Wanderers.
The player, defender Roger Lwandamina has been handed a 30-day ban by Blackpool for his part in the incident.
The punishment comes a week before Blackpool and Wanderers are due to appear before a Faz disciplinary committee in connection with incident.
Lwandamina is alleged to have assaulted referee Chris Mauma on August 14 at Shinde Stadium after the official handed Wanderers a second penalty before the match was abandoned at 1-1.
New Generation Party President Humphrey Siulapwa has warned the Patriotic Front leadership that it risks being arrested should they continue advocating for violence in the country.
Mr. Siulapwa said that it was saddening to learn that Mr. Michael Sata, Mr. Given Lubinda, Mr. Winter Kabimba and the outspoken Post Newspaper owner Fred M’embe are at the fore-front fueling for violence during this year’s election.
However , the opposition leader said the Security wing both from the Zambia Police and defense wings should ensure that peace continue to prevail in this country before, during and after elections.
Mr. Siulapwa said Zambians are aware of the activities of the PF in this country and caution the opposition Party to be careful in the manner they conduct their political activities to avoid coming into conflict with the law of this country.
And Mr Siulapwa has warned youth in the country against being used by selfish politicians ahead of this year’s election. Mr. Siulapwa stressed that violence will not be condoned by any political party intending to cause confusion in the country.
ZANIS reports the opposition party leader sounding the warning during a press briefing held at party headquarters in Lusaka, today. Mr. Siulapwa has since urged the Zambia Police to be on high alert and deal severely any perpetuator of violence in this year’s election.
“No one should be allowed to use youth for selfish motives in this country and further urged the youth across the country to vote free and accept who ever president will elected after September 20,” he said.
Lusaka province MMD chairman William Banda after opening a ward office in Munali constituency
The MMD Lusaka Province Chairman William Banda has condemned embattled Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) President Alex Ngoma for attempting to steal a ballot paper in Durban, South Africa. Mr William Banda said that stealing a ballot paper is a serious offence which has capacity to create chaos in the country.
“ I therefore call for the arrest and resignation of Dr. Ngoma because he has brought the name of FODEP into disrepute, ‘ he said.
He urged all peace loving Zambians and civil society to condemn Dr. Ngoma’s irresponsible action of attempting to steal a ballot paper..
The outspoken MMD provincial chairperson said Dr. Ngoma’s behavior has in actual fact vindicated the ECZ which has on so many occasions been accused of rigging the country’s elections.
However, the Electoral Commission’s of Zambia (ECZ) has rescinded it’s earlier decision to send Dr Ngoma back home over the stolen ballot paper sample..
ECZ Public Relations Manager, Chris Akufuna announced the development in a statement released obtained by ZANIS in Durban, today.
Mr. Akufuna explained that the incident took place while representatives of political parties and stakeholders were touring the plant on the first night of Tuesday 16th August, 2011 at the commencement of the of the printing of presidential ballot papers.
Stakeholders were allowed to handle the ballot paper samples to check the quality of the paper and were advised to put them back on the table immediately thereafter. All other stakeholders returned the sample while Dr Ngoma did not do so until the tour guide retrieved the ballot paper sample from him.
He said the incident came to the attention of the commission who in line with the terms of reference given to the stakeholders decided to recall Dr Ngoma to establish the motive behind the act.
He said, after further questioning of Dr Ngoma and upon his representation that there was no ill intention on his part, the commission has since reconsidered it’s decision and requested Dr Ngoma to submit a report.
He also said that members of the observation team were briefed and reminded to be disciplined and witness the printing process without interfering with the work of the printer.
And in a separate interview with ZANIS, Dr Ngoma said he is very grateful to ECZ for its decision to pardon him and continue with the rest of Zambian Observer team in Durban to witness the printing of the ballot papers.
He said, that this action that has been taken will also give him a chance to tell ECZ his side of the story other than the stories they have been fed with.
Dr Ngoma said he had the ballot paper in his hand and had no ill intentions, all what he need was just clarification from the projects manager.
“I will tell the truth and nothing but the truth of what exactly happened” Said Mr. Ngoma
He further said that his business in Durban is noble and he would like to give it the attention it deserves and he would not be destructed by anyone.
Defending Faz Super Division champions this afternoon crushed promoted Green Eagles 4-0 at the Trade Fair Grounds in Ndola to brighten in their fluctuating league fortunes.
And on Saturday, Nkana failed to end their nine-year old winless draught against Nchanga Rangers after they were beaten by their hosts in Chingola.
Meanwhile, Zesco’s win means they moved one place up the table from 7th to 6th on 30 pints, six less than leaders Red Arrows who drew 1-1 at home on Saturday against Roan United at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka.
Goals from Winstone Kalengo, Jackson Mwanza, Maybin Mwaba and John Chingandu sealed the three points for Zesco.
And at Arthur Davies in Kitwe today, Power Dynamos defeated Konkola Blades 2-1 to see the two teams exchange places on the table in second and third places respectively.
A brace by Felix Nyaende for Power handed Beston Chambeshi’s side their first win after two successive defeats.
And at Nchanga Stadium 24 hours earlier, Nchanga maintain their longstanding unbeaten run against Nkana whom they beat 1-0 courtesy of a 2nd minute goal scored by Bwalya Kasonde.
File:Scores of christians from different denominations during the palm sunday celebrations at the Supreme Court grounds in Lusaka
By Gray Soko
In December 1991 Zambia was declared a Christian Nation by the second republican president, the late FTJ and this is enshrined in the preamble of the constitution which also upholds the right of every person to enjoy freedom of conscience or religion. It has been stated that 97.6% of the population of Zambia are Christians i.e. are members of a Christian denomination or identify themselves as Christians but may not necessarily be believers or church goers.
The motivation for declaring Zambia a Christian nation has been said to be the desire to direct the governance of the country on biblical principles. How exactly this is being done is subject to debate but it is clear that the government has on several occasions expressed its displeasure at what it sees as intrusion of religion in the affairs of government. This leaves one to wonder who is expected to espouse the biblical principles on which to anchor governance issues. Further, some of the clergy have shied from commenting on governance issues under the pretext of “supporting the government of the day”.
The declaration of Zambia as a Christian Nation was not merely a demographic fact but meant to direct the affairs of the country in a particular way, however, as matters stand now there is a danger of this simply becoming a neutral posture in matters of religion. There is little, if any, reference to the teachings of the scripture in the political, justice , social or economic life of the country. Certainly this is not evident in the election campaign so far save for the call for voters to be wary of “infidels” who would introduce or condone immorality such as homosexuality. Interestingly Zambia chose to abstain in the United Nation’s Human Rights Council vote on gay rights in June 2011. Twenty three countries supported the resolution condemning violence and discrimination against gays, lesbians and transgender people, nineteen voted against ( nine of which were African countries ). Burkina Faso, China and Zambia abstained. Could this interpreted as a sign of “neutrality” on matters of religion or morality ?
Believers and the church have the duty to ensure that the right persons are put in government, men and women who will make correct decisions that will not destroy or stagnate the country so that the people live peaceful and productive lives. There is no need to be super spiritual or procrastinate. If convinced of the right candidate, it will not benefit until the vote is cast according to your conscience, do not be swayed by consensus , patronage or the temporal flow of material gifts.
Lets vote for leaders that will bring honour and blessing to the country in every area and at every level of society. It is within our power to see that this comes to pass. We should be weary of those looking for applause or personal approval rather than for the passion they have to move the country to higher levels. The leaders I pray we will elect will be those with self imposed discipline whose behavior and actions in government will not have negative consequences for our country.
We are as it is decades behind some of our neighbours and this gap should not continue to widen. Enough has been said about Zambia’s potential but unutilized potential is nothing more than wealth in the ground, dormant ability, unused energy on our rivers, unreleased power or hidden strength to transform this country.
As 20 September 2011 draws close, Christians should stand up and be counted. Their scripture inspired vote will give meaning to the declaration.
Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) President Dr. Alex Ngoma
Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) President Dr. Alex Ngoma has denied every trying to steal a sample ballot paper and described the allegation as nonsense. According to Dr Ngoma, there were sample ballot papers on the table and he just picked up one, like any other person in the delegation, just to look at it and the ballot paper remained in his hand as delegation was being shown around the facility.
He categorically said that he did not hide the sample ballot paper as suggested. He said that he did not just know that he was supposed to have left the sample ballot paper.
Mr Ngoma describe the all fuss as nonsense and noted that people just wanted to twist stories to sort their case and said that he was ready to be sent back home.
And the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) says it has resolved the misunderstanding that arose following allegations that FODEP President, Dr. Alex Ngoma attempted to steal a presidential ballot paper.
ECZ Public Relations Manager, Chris Akufuna told MUVI TV News in a telephone interview from Durban South Africa that the misunderstanding has been resolved.
He says following the resolution of the matter, Dr. Ngoma is not coming back to Zambia and will continue to monitor the printing of ballot papers in Durban.
Dr. Ngoma is alleged to have been captured on Closed-circuit television (CCTV) trying to put the ballot paper in his diary.
Mr Akufuna explained that all the delegates where given sample ballot papers to look at and then asked to return them but one ballot paper just remained in Dr Ngoma’s hands and was later retrieved.
Meanwhile, Mr. Akufuna says an update on the progress of printing of ballot papers will be given today. He notes that good progress has been made so far.
The printing of presidential ballot papers is expected to wind up this weekend ahead of the commencement of parliamentary and local government ballot papers printing.
The ballot papers for the September 20th polls are expected to be ready on 10th September, 2011.
FILE: Some of the houses built for police officers in Livingstone
Some Civil Servants in the country has expressed gratitude over government’s plans to construct over 1000 housing units for its workers in selected parts of the country.
ZANIS reports one of the public workers , James Chiyama, a teacher at Mutendere Basic School, saying in an interview yesterday, that it is commendable for government to initiative a project to build housing units for its workers most of whom are have continued to be victimized by their insensitive landlords.
Mr. Chiyama said President Banda’s government deserves to be ushered in for the second term of office because he has shown himself that he cares for Civil Servants in the country.
And Chipuka Mwale, a Clinical Officers at Mutendere Clinic said Civil Servants across the country are delighted for Government move to solve the accommodation blues which has been affecting Government workers in the country.
Mr. Mwale said a lot of Civil Servants in the country are renting houses a thing which he said it has proved costly for Civil servants.
He said Government should be supported by all Civil servants in the country during this year’s elections.
And Muchimba Namatama, a council worker at Kalingalinga Community Centre payed tribute to Government for the plans to construct houses for Government workers in the country adding that the gesture should be hailed by all workers in the country.
Mrs. Namatama said once houses are constructed, should help teachers, ZANIS employees and many other Government workers living in rented houses throughout the country.
She said this is a move in a right direction and further stated that even if Civil Servant are non partisan, they are delighted with Government imitative to build houses for its workers.
Yesterday, Finance and National Planning public relations officer Chileshe Kandeta announced that government has identified land in all provincial centers and towns for construction of more than 50 residential houses for public service workers and the general public in a bid to address the countrywide shortage of more than one million units.
Mr. Kandeta said in a statement in Lusaka yesterday that in a spirit of Public Private Partnership (PPP) a total of fifty-seven houses will be constructed on a rent-to-own basis beginning this year.
“Since 2009, creative ways of partnering with the private sector to deliver social and public infrastructure through the Public Private Partnership initiative have been adopted and it is in this spirit that the housing developments in all provinces will be financed and constructed by the private sector, commencing this year.
“The costs to be incurred by developers will be recovered through the sale of completed units to Government employees and members of the general public,” he said.
Mr. Kandeta said for Lot one a combined total of 30,000 houses in Lusaka, Ndola and Kitwe will be constructed, with 10,000 being erected in each township while 160,000 housing units will be constructed in Livingstone, Kabwe, Chingola and Luanshya. 4,000 residential houses are earmarked to be built the latter four localities.
110,000 housing stalks are expected to be constructed in Mongu, Chipata, Kasama, Mazabuka, Choma, Kalomo, Kapiri-Mposhi, Mansa, Chililabombwe, Mufulira and Kalulushi districts.
Mr. Kandeta said to continue promoting transparency and accountability in the handling of the PPP projects and in line with Section 42 of the PPP Act no 14 of 2009 of the Laws of Zambia, the Ministry of Finance and National Planning is encouraging the local private sector to seize the opportunity of partnering with Government to construct the countrywide housing units.
“This initiative is scheduled to reduce the current housing crunch involving a countrywide shortage of approximately one million five hundred housing units. It is also consistent with the public expectation for the Government to accelerate infrastructure development throughout the country,” Mr. Kandeta said.
He has urged Zambians to also grasp the opportunity and work themselves or with foreign investors for them to submit technical and financial proposals for the Design, Build and lease or sell of Low, Medium and High Cost residential units either in their Own Right, Joint Venture of Consortium.
The Ministry has designed an assessment mechanism for ensuring that there is participation of locals in the housing development programme to guarantee citizen empowerment.
“On completion, the 57, 000 housing units are expected not only to trigger the lowering of shelter rentals countrywide but also to ensure that more Zambians are empowered with their own homes.
“During the construction stage the initiative will create economic opportunities and thousands of consolidated job opportunities country-wide during and after the various construction stages,” he said.
President Rupiah Banda has said it was pleasing that the Mopani Copper mine was taking its social responsibility seriously. The President was speaking when he commissioned the multi million dollar Chibuluma-Mindolo by-pass road rehabilitation project yesterday. Mopani will spend a total sum of US$10 million on various social projects in Kitwe city to which the Chibuluma-Mindolo by-pass road is part.
The president told the gathering at the commissioning site that the partnership that exists between Mopani and government in easing people’s lives in many areas and should be emulated by other private companies.
“The new roads we have seen today benefit all- not just the company. This unselfish act is greatly appreciated by all who have had to use bad roads,” he said.
The President noted that good roads and other infrastructure were vital to the development of the country hence his administration has prioritized the road sector.
He said the US$10 million which Mopani was spending on social projects in Kitwe was money well spent because it would benefit various categories of citizens.
President Banda thanked Mopani for pumping in another US$5 million in improving sanitation in selected parts of Kitwe city.
He also inspected a rehabilitation toilet at House number B47 in Wusakili township which is among areas where Mopani Copper mine is improving sanitation.
Meanwhile, Mopani Copper Mine Chief Executive Officer, Emmanuel Mutati, said his company between US$15 million and US$20 million annually on projects that are aimed at benefiting communities.
Mr. Mutati said at the same function that Mopani supports two hospitals, seven clinics, four schools and a number of local orphanages and charity organizations.
He said his company was planning to increase its expenditure on community projects in future.
And Ministry of works and Supply Permanent Secretary, Watson Ng’ambi thanked Mopani for the intervention it is providing in the area of roads.
“The intervention by Mopani is vital because it integrates into our programme of providing Zambians with good roads,” he said.
“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come”
(2 Corinthians 5:17, NIV)
TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria
Everyone loves to get something new. But as a believer in Jesus, you’re not only getting something new, you are something new. You are a brand new creation! Your eternal being, your spirit, is re-created in Christ. The old is gone, the new has come! You may not necessarily feel new right away. That’s because the Bible tells us that we are to “work out” our salvation. That means you have to retrain your body and mind to act, think, speak and live according to God’s ways instead of the old habits you used to have. Don’t ever get stuck in the rut of thinking, “I’ll never change…that’s just the way I am.” No, the Bible says that the Spirit of God aids us in our weakness. He gives us strength to overcome. He empowers us to live as more than conquerors in this life.
Is there something you want to change in your life today? If you’ve received Jesus as your Lord and Savior, then start declaring, “I am a new creation in Christ! I am empowered to overcome! I am equipped to walk in the new, abundant life the Lord has in store for me!”
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father in heaven, thank You for making me a new creation. Thank You for empowering me to live as an overcomer. I give this day to You and ask that You help me to fully understand the plan You have for me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
The Movement for Multi-party Democracy (MMD) in Lusaka province has given the opposition Patriotic Front the last warning to stop disturbing the operations of the party in the province.
Provincial chairperson William Banda said that his party has for a long time tolerated the provocative behavior by the PF cadres but warned that it will no longer withstand it.
Mr. Banda said that the MMD has refused to be provoked and attacked by PF cadres who are fond of accusing the MMD of being violent when in fact not.
Speaking in Lusaka recently, Mr. Banda stated that if PF cadres continue with their behavior, his cadres will not relent to the situation but will fight back.
He said that the PF should take the warning seriously as it will not be a laughing matter when it happens.
