Arresting Zambians at Border for criticizing HH while outside is an effort to muzzle freedom of expression

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Arresting Zambians at Border for criticizing HH while outside is an effort to muzzle freedom of expression

By Venus N Msyani

Arresting Zambians as they enter the country because they criticized President Hakainde Hichilema while outside the country seems to be an effort to muzzle freedom of expression.

We should not forget to remind human rights defenders and activists including Amnesty International and the international community to pay attention to that.

While in South Africa where he had gone for personal business, Chilufya Tayali repeatedly criticized President Hakainde Hichilema and his government through a live Facebook broadcast.

On Thursday, September 29th the Economic and Equity Party (EEP) president who happens to be a resident of Lusaka, was arrested in Livingstone on his arrival from South Africa.

Every Zambia believes that if Mr. Tayali had been allowed to reach Lusaka, drop the luggage home, say hello to his family, and then asked to report himself to the police, it would have not caused any danger to the public.

It is the very reason why the author has arrived at the above conclusion.

After his arrest in Livingstone, Mr. Tayali was transferred to Lusaka. On Sunday, October 1, after more than 48 hours of legal detention, it is alleged that Tayali assaulted a female police officer with a kettle.

It should be understood. Mr. Tayali was undergoing emotional abuse at the time of the assault. Exceptionally few people would be themselves under such treatment.

Welcomed like a terrorist, kept in custody beyond 48 hours, with no access to a phone, and no visitors. Very few people would be okay under such treatment. Criticizing the president while outside the country is not a terrorist act for Zambians to be treated that way.

Hoping my conclusion makes sense. Arresting Zambians as they enter the country because they criticized President Hichilema while outside the country is an effort to muzzle freedom of expression.

The just-ended Tayali’s prolonged arrest and its hash treatment are meant to induce fear. To be specific, to stop the Zambian community in the diaspora from criticizing the new dawn administration.

This article is a call for help. Individuals, the church, human rights defenders and activists, Amnesty International, and the international community at large should stand up for Zambians. Chilufya Tayali should be the last person to be arrested at the entry for criticizing the president while outside Zambia.

Zambians have the right to express themselves inside and outside the country.

Two bullets killed Lawrence Banda, not one-Kaoma health official

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Two bullets killed Lawrence Banda, not one-Kaoma health official

A doctor at the Kaoma District Hospital, Stan Israel Kaputula, who attended to late UPND member Lawrence Banda on the 6th October, 2019, has revealed that two bullets could have killed Banda and not one.

Dr. Kaputula who at the time was incharge of the Kaoma Hospital, has testified in the Mongu High Court that he shaved Banda and found two entry points and not one.

Dr. Kaputula has contradicted the testimony given earlier by a Doctor from UTH, Pathologist Dr. Adam Mcheleng’anga, who said there was only one entry point on the head.

Chief Urges Government Address challenges faced by locals

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Chief Urges Government Address challenges faced by locals

A traditional leader in Mafinga District in Muchinga Province has appealed to Government to address some of the challenges being faced by his subjects in the chiefdom.

Chief Mweniwisi Temwananji of the Lambia people in Mweniwisi areas of Mafinga district says lack of electricity has affected development in his chiefdom.

The Chief said absence of a mini hospital is another major challenge as subjects incur huge costs and long distances to acquire medical care services saying, the area has only one small clinic.

He adds that lack of a secondary school for children to receive basic education especially with the introduction of free education is a drawback and concern to the learners in the area.

The traditional leader said he is aware that constructing a secondary school requires a lot of money but instead lobbied for a 1by 3 classroom block to be built as plans to construct a full secondary school are being put in place in a bid to accommodate secondary school learners.

He said the community has already completed its 25 percent contribution towards construction of a secondary school in Mweniwisi through moulding of 45,000 bricks.

“What is remaining is for government to play its part and ensure that school structures stand,” He said.

Chief Mweniwisi Temwananji added that Isoka-Muyombe road is a death trap as it poses greater danger to the people in the district who risk their lives using the deplorable road on a daily basis.

“It is a death trap and I fear that the district will be cut off from the rest of the province as the rainy season approaches,” he lamented.

He said there is need to market Mweniwesi area for meaningful development to foster in the area adding that the three chiefs in the district, stand ready to work with the government.

Chief Mweniwisi added that the chiefs will ensure that all developmental projects that will take place in the district will be personally supervised by them.

The Chief made the appeal through the Bulambia Royal Establishment (BRE) Chairperson Dr Hizon Mulambia during the Chikungu traditional ceremony.

And in response to the appeals made, Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary (PS) Henry Mukungule said most of the projects among them construction of a secondary school and a mini hospital are attainable through Constituency Development Fund (CDF).

Mr Mukungule said Government is fully aware of the many challenges the people of Mweniwisi face.

He said the construction of the 1by 3 classroom block should be prioritized among the CDF projects to be done.

He said the CDF is enough to accommodate the construction of the said classroom block, in order to allow the current grade 9 pupils not to be disrupted due to lack of a secondary school in the area.

” These pupils must further their education by giving them an opportunity to proceed to grade 10 next year ,through constructing the classroom block soonest,” He said.

The PS said education is a game changer and an equalizer which is why government attaches great importance to the education sector.

Mr Mukungule stated that education is the best tool that can be used to uplift the living standard of people.

He said it is only through education that the Lambia people can compete favourably on the country’s job market.

” I therefore, urged you all traditional leaders to encourage children in your chiefdom to get educated,” PS added.

He said the CDF has been increased to cater for most immediate challenges such as the secondary school among others.

M Mukungule said the cry of the people of Mweniwisi to have secondary school among other urgent needs through developmental infrastructure in the area will be presented before the President for swift action.

He said the people of Mafinga should not be left behind in the transformation agenda of the country.

The PS said government has plans to connect the district to the national grid as government is alive to the fact that the current power connectivity which is tapped from malawi is not reliable and can not accommodate the entire district.

He said Government is aware of the many other challenges that Mafinga district is faced with which will be addressed soon.

Mr Mukungule added that President Hakainde Hichilema continues to work with the traditional leadership because they are partners in development.

He assured the Chiefs in the area of Government support and ensure that the local people benefit from the many empowerment programs and the minerals available in the chiefdom.

And Mafinga Area Member of Parliament ( MP) Robert Sichinga says his office has taken note of all the challenges presented and act promptly on them.

Mr Sichinga further called for peace and unity to be anchored in the district.

He said all the processes to erect a secondary school will be done by Monday through the CDF.

He has since urged the Ward Development Committee to start planning and identifying projects that will be done in the increased 2023 CDF.

The MP has also called for the formation of many cooperatives for them to benefit from the increased K28.3 million from K25.7 million.

” I’m aware that the Government will next year construct 120 secondary schools in the country and I will use this opportunity to lobby for atleast one secondary school to be built in Mweniwisi chiefdom.

The Chikungu traditional ceremony attracted several government officials, chiefs , heads of Government and parastatal institutions and Mafinga residents across the district.

JCTR has called for effective implementation of the proposed 2023 National Budget

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The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has called for effective implementation of the proposed 2023 National Budget in a bid to improve the welfare of Zambians.

Minister of Finance and National Planning Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane on 30th September 2022 presented the proposed 2023 national budget to Parliament under the theme “Stimulating economic growth for improved livelihoods”.

JCTR Executive Director Fr. Alex Muyebe, S.J said pronouncements in the 2023 budget if well implemented, will result in improved livelihood and welfare for the Zambian people.

Fr. Muyebe said the 2023 budget provides an opportunity for growth and development through a people-centered strategy.

He added that the budget has demonstrated increased efforts to reduce developmental inequalities by increasing the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) from K25.7 million to K28 million per constituency.

“Government proposes to spend K167.3 billion or 31.4 percent of GDP. In order to support this expenditure, K111.6 billion or 20.9 percent of GDP will be raised as domestic revenue; K1.7 billion or 0.3 percent of GDP as grants from Cooperating Partners and K54.0 billion or 10.2 percent of GDP as financing. Accounting for amortization of K13.1 billion or 2.5 percent of GDP, financing translates into a fiscal deficit of K40.9 billion or 7.7 percent of GDP. The Minister made a number of pronouncements in this budget that, if well implemented, will result in improved livelihood and welfare for the Zambian people.The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR), as an organization whose work is to enhance justice and equality for all, and particularly for the poor and vulnerable, has analysed the 2023 national budget with a focus on the social sector as this has a direct bearing on the livelihoods of the citizens,” Fr. Muyebe said.

“The 2023 budget provides an excellent opportunity for growth and development through a people-centered strategy. Government’s Economic Transformation Programme will focus on job creation, value addition in key sectors such as mining, agriculture and manufacturing. The budget has also demonstrated increased efforts to reduce developmental inequalities by increasing the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) from K25.7 million to K28 million per constituency, which entails directing more resources to the grassroots, which should be applauded,” he said.

Fr. Muyebe hailed the planned reintroduction of student meal allowances, hiring of 256 extension officers and the scaling up of Social Cash Transfer.

“Furthermore, the budget has demonstrated the government’s willingness and zeal to improve the well-being of the poor and marginalized through key policy pronouncements. Notable measures aimed at improving citizens’ well-being include the reintroduction of student meal allowances, the hiring of 256 extension officers and the purchase of equipment, the introduction of infield irrigation and a comprehensive agriculture support program, as well as the development of farming blocks, the scaling up of Social Cash Transfer programme, the payment of terminal benefits to retirees within three months, and the hiring of 4,500 teachers and 3000 health workers. The allocation to the social sector in the national budget for 2023 has made significant progress toward realizing the 8NDP pillar two (human and social development),” he said.

Fr. Muyebe, however, said the government needed to allocate more funds to the social sector to ensure the inclusion of people living with disabilities, especially in education and social protection sectors.

He added that JCTR bemoans the lack of adquate funding to the Agriculture and Health sectors.

“However, it is important to note that the social sector allocations remain vulnerable. More funds must be allocated by the government to ensure the inclusion of people living with disabilities, especially in education, social protection and health. Furthermore, as Zambia is signatory to various international standards such as the Maputo and Abuja Declarations which state that member countries allocate 10 percent and 15 percent of the National budgets towards Agriculture and Health respectively. The 2023 budget allocation falls short of both protocols, which stand at 6.7percent and 10.4percent of the national budget for agriculture and health respectively. A similar scenario is presented with the education sector budget whose ideal threshold is prescribed at 20 percent as per Incheon Declaration. The education sector budget stands at 13.9 percent. The point of emphasis remains that it is important that aspirations to meet international protocols are met as they provide a benchmark upon which the nation can compare and assess performance in order to achieve continuous improvement.Recognizing that social protection programmes remain one of the most important tools to address poverty. It is commendable that the 2023 national budget presents the highest trends in the last five years standing at 4.9 percent (1.3 percent increment compared to the 2022 allocation),” Fr. Muyebe said.

He further called for consistent and timely disbursement of the proposed funds if they are to serve the intended purpose.

“It remains important for the government to ensure consistent and timely disbursement of the proposed funds if they are to serve the intended purpose. More importantly, qualifying citizens must have equal access to these funds. In that vein, it is important for the government to enhance domestic resource mobilization to ensure that more revenue is collected for social protection spending. Therefore, efforts to curb illicit financial flows, tax evasion and corrupt public procurement processes must be pursued,” Fr. Muyebe stated.

On water sector allocation, Fr. Muyebe said JCTR is disappointment that expenditure on water and sanitation has decreased by K 82, 753, 664.

“JCTR notes with disappointment that expenditure on water and sanitation has decreased by K 82, 753, 664 a reduction of approximately 3.5%. This proposed decrease in allocation to water and sanitation has the potential to negatively impact on the water and sanitation projects, and therefore will have a negative impact on the communities especially the poor and vulnerable. Access to clean and safe water is an important aspect of economic, social and cultural rights that must be prioritized in the delivery of social services.Generally, in reflection of the 2022 budget performance that has been satisfactory thus far as revenues have so far exceeded the targets that government had set to achieve while expenditures have been contained within the target. JCTR notes improved budget credibility for the nation. If implemented well through a high degree of credibility and certainty in release of funds, the 2023 national budget aligned with aspirations that aim to deal with the challenge of unemployment and low incomes levels, can deliver for the Zambian people especially the vulnerable,” Fr. Muyebe said.

The Government has proposed to spend K167.3 Billion in 2023 representing 31.4 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country.

The Finance Minister said the Budget will be funded from both external and internal sources such as grants, loans and revenue through tax collections.

3 die in ambulance, motorcycle collision

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3 die in ambulance, motorcycle collision

Three people have died while eight others are admitted to the Kasama General Hospital after they were involved in a road traffic accident in Kasama district.

Kasama District Commissioner, Elizabeth Goma, who confirmed the accident to ZANIS, said the mishap, involving an ambulance and a motorbike, happened yesterday around 19:30 in Kasama village.

She explained that the ambulance carrying seven people, which was coming from Mwamba rural health post, collided with an oncoming motorcycle.

Ms. Goma said the ambulance was carrying patients, medical personnel and other people going to Kasama hospital.

She explained that the motorcycle rider and his two passengers died on the spot while the people in the ambulance were injured and are admitted to the hospital.

“The survivors are currently admitted to Kasama General Hospital while the deceased’s bodies are deposited in the Kasama General Hospital Mortuary,” she said

Ms. Goma has since called on the police and the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) to intensify patrols in the district to avoid unnecessary loss of lives.

She said most of the accidents could be avoided if motorists were adhering to safety measures on the road.

FAZ STATEMENT ON ENOCK MWEPU

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The Football Association of Zambia has issued a statement on Chipolopolo Zambia captain Enock Mwepu’s retirement announced today by his club Brighton & Hove Albion.

Press Statement
(For Immediate Release)
Football Association of Zambia
Football House, Lusaka
10TH October 2022
FAZ URGES CALM ON MWEPU SITUATION
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has received with profound shock and devastation news that Chipolopolo captain Enock Mwepu has been diagnosed with a hereditary heart condition.
FAZ President Andrew Kamanga says the Association will wait to hear from the player and medics on the next step.
“We are deeply saddened by the news that Mwepu will no longer be able to play football on the advice of medics. We have kept tabs on his condition since he was admitted to hospital in Mali and airlifted to London and had hoped for better news,” Kamanga says.
“While it is too soon to talk about the next step, we will walk with him throughout this journey and wish him full recovery. We urge everyone to keep Mwepu and his family in prayers as he recovers from this condition.”
Kamanga adds: “This being a medical diagnosis leaves us with little else to say but only wish our skipper all the best throughout this process.”
The FAZ chief says, “I have since spoken to the player who advises that be left alone in the meantime to digest in privacy what has just happened. We however remain at his full disposal for him and his family in this dark moment. Should need for further information arise the player and agent will liaise with FAZ with the interests of the player being of utmost importance.”
Brighton Hove& Albion Head of Medicine and Performance, Adam Brett revealed that Mwepu was diagnosed with a hereditary heart condition which can worsen with time and puts the players at high risk of suffering a potentially fatal cardiac event.
Mwepu has been admitted in a London hospital since being airlifted from Bamako on September 25 for further medical tests.

For and on behalf of:
FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA
Sydney Mungala
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One of the girls among the 13 who were abducted, gives birth

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One of the girls among the 13 who were abducted, gives birth

Yesterday, one of the girls among the 13 who were abducted, gave birth, this comes within a week after their rescue.

The lady gave birth in the early hours of Sunday, 9th October, 2022 at one of the hospitals in Lusaka barely 24 hours after the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, took over the welfare of the girls.

The Minister of Community Development and Social Services Doreen Mwamba rushed to the Hospital where the girl delivered her baby and stated that both mother and the baby are doing well and in good health.

The Minister of Community Development and Social Services described the development as a blessing, stating that it is a miracle that the baby has been delivered under a conducive environment where she is receiving adequate health care and full support from the government through the Ministry.

“The situation would have been unimaginable, if the girl was still under abduction, as that would have been a risk both to the mother and the child, considering the conditions under which the girls were living,” she noted

Ms Mwamba has therefore assured that the government will continue to support the girls in every possible way.

After undergoing medical treatment, the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has taken over the welfare of the 13 survivors of abduction following the completion of their medical examinations at an unnamed hospital.

Minister of Community Development and Social Services Doreen Mwamba, said the Ministry through the department of social welfare has provided a Place of Safety as mandated in the provisions of the Anti-Gender Based Violence Act No.1 of 2011 and Anti- Human Trafficking Act No. 11 of 2008.

Ms Mwamba noted that the young ladies are currently in good spirit after undergoing medical checkups to ascertain their health statuses and establish the extent of their sexual exploitation and abuse.

She, however, stated that the traumatic experience of the abductions caused huge psychological effects on the mental health of the survivors adding that there is need to subject the young ladies to a trauma and psychosocial therapy in a Place of Safety as part of the healing process.

“The Case Management processes which will be carried out by the social workers from the Ministry alongside other professional psychologists from Chainama Hospital, will focus on psychological wellness and general welfare on a case-by-case basis,” Ms Mwamba explained.

In a press statement issued to the media, Ms Mwamba cited that the families of the survivors have been informed of the planned interventions by the government and has requested the families to give the government more time to take care of the survivors before they are eventually reintegrated into their families.

“Those who travelled from other towns outside Lusaka to see their daughters will be provided with support by the Ministry through the Lusaka District Social Welfare Office until the survivors are discharged from the Place of Safety. The families will also undergo counselling to ensure that they are in a good state of mind to provide care and support to their daughters,” she added.

Ms Mwamba disclosed that the Ministry is working closely with the gender division as well as Non-Governmental Organisations to ensure that all supplies are provided to the survivors in order to safeguard their stay in the Place of Safety.

She noted that criminal investigations by Zambia Police have continued to ensure the culprits are brought to book.

Ms Mwamba also appealed to the media and the general public to desist from uploading publications about the identity or personal information of the survivors to avoid further victimization and traumatization of the young ladies

PF announces names of three candidates adopted for the forthcoming council chairperson by elections

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PF announces names of three candidates adopted for the forthcoming council chairperson by elections

The Patriotic Front (PF) has announced the names of three candidates adopted for the fourthcoming council chairperson by elections in Mkushi, Mwense and Lusangazi Districts ahead of this week’s nominations.

PF Acting Secretary General Nickson said the Central Committee has adopted Mr. Mabvuto Nyirenda as the PF candidate for the Mkushi Council Chairperson by-election with Geofrey Bwalya Mwamba (GBM) as campaign manager and he shall be deputised by Godfridah Sumaili, Sydney Mushanga and Billy Sichamba.

Mr. Chilangwa said the Central Committee has adopted Mr. Patrick Banda as the PF candidate for the Lusangazi Council Chairperson by-election.

Former Mines Minister Richard Musukwa has been appointed campaign manager in Lusangazi and shall be deputised by Elias Daka (Eliboma), Masauso Tembo (Kazungula) and Brenda Nyirenda.

Mr. Chilangwa added that the Central Committee has adopted Mr. Charles Mwelwa as the PF candidate for the Mwense Council Chairperson by-election.

Former PF Secretary General Davies Mwila has been appointed campaign manager and shall be deputised by Ronald Chitotela, David Mabumba and Jean Chisenga.

“The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has prescribed Friday 4th November, 2022 as the date on which to hold by-elections for three (3) Council Chairperson and 18 Ward Councillor by-elections.In view of the above, the Central Committee has adopted the following individuals to contest as Council Chairperson candidates on the Patriotic Front Party ticket; Mkushi:The Central Committee has adopted Mr. Mabvuto Nyirenda as the PF candidate for the Mkushi Council Chairperson by-election. Hon Geofrey Bwalya Mwamba (GBM) has been appointed campaign manager and he shall be deputised by Hon Godfridah Sumaili, Hon Sydney Mushanga, MP and Mr Billy Sichamba. The Central Committee has adopted Mr. Patrick Banda as the PF candidate for the Lusangazi Council Chairperson by-election.Hon Richard Musukwa has been appointed campaign manager and shall be deputised by Hon Elias Daka (Eliboma), MP, Hon Masauso Tembo (Kazungula), MP and Hon Brenda Nyirenda, MP,” Mr. Chilangwa said.

“The Central Committee has adopted Mr. Charles Mwelwa as the PF candidate for the Mwense Council Chairperson by-election.Hon Davies Mwila has been appointed campaign manager and shall be deputised by Hon Ronald Chitotela, MP, Hon David Mabumba, MP and Hon Jean Chisenga, MP.We are calling upon all our structures, members and sympathisers to fully campaign and support our candidates in the upcoming by-elections,” he stated.

The Electoral Commission of Zambia has prescribed Friday, 4thNovember, 2022as the date on which to hold by-elections for three (3) additional Ward Councillor by-elections which will be held together with the 18 which were earlier announced.

The Councilor by elections will be in Mphomwa ward of Maambo Constituency in Mambwe district of Eastern Province, Chea ward in Senga Hill Constituency of Senga Hill district and Malaila Ward of Lunte Constituency of Lunte District of Northern Province.

The polls will take place from 06:00 hours to 18:00 hours. Nominations for the said by elections will be conducted on Thursday 13th October, 2022.

The three (3) Local Government vacancies have arisen due to a death and resignations of incumbent Councillors.

Meanwhile, the PF has ratified the appointment of Kitwe Mayor Mpasa Mwaya, Kasama Mayor Theresa Kolala and Kabwe Mayor Patrick Chishala as Members of the Central Committee (MCC) of the Patriotic Front.

Mr. Chilangwa said ratifications were done over the weekend when the Central Committee of the Patriotic Front met to deliberate on a number of issues of concern to the Party and the nation.

“The official opening of the meeting was graced by six opposition party presidents who encouraged the Patriotic Front to be resolved as the main opposition political party in the country and save the nation from the current crises the country is battling with, ranging from the high cost of living, rising youth unemployment, chronic lack of liquidity in the economy, the total break down of the rule of law, wanton abuse of state institutions by the ruling party, the deep moral decay that has given rise to cases of homosexuality, sodomy and a general rise in crimes as evidenced by the rising cases of serious crimes such as murder and abductions.The Central Committee made a number of resolutions which include but not limited to the following; Appointments.The Central Committee has ratified the appointments of the following individuals as Members of the Central Committee (MCC) of the Patriotic Front;a) Madam Mpasa MWAYA, Kitwe Mayor (b) Madam Theresa KOLALA, Kasama Mayor (c) Mr Patrick CHISHALA, Kabwe Mayor,” Mr. Chilangwa revealed.

Meanwhile, Ms. Mwaya is thrilled to be appointed PF Member of the Central Committee.

“What a humbling and pleasant appointment. Being appointed as MCC (Member of the Central Committee) of my party Patriotic Front alongside big sister Kasama Mayor MCC Theresa Kolala and big brother Kabwe Mayor , MCC Patrick Chishala, is indeed humbling.I am extremely grateful to the whole process and the leadership that saw it fit and ratified us.I look back at my first party elections in Natwange branch in Itimpi and where I got elected as it’s vice secretary women wing in 2014.The following year, I rose to position of Itimpi ward vice IPS main body and rested at position of women secretary at constituency level in Chimwemwe,” she said.

“In 2019, l participated and ran for Chairlady Constituency but the odds were against me and then tried at provincial level Copperbelt and went through as Vice Youth Secretary, a position I have held till this great appointment. There are indeed veterans still serving at different levels and I can only thank the Almighty God for allowing me to be appointed.I am thankful to the structures on the Copperbelt for the trust they bestowed on me to be at the Province and now representing them at National level.My God , this is huge. So help me God,” Ms. Mwaya said.

PR Girl media takes on megacity Kinshasa with penthouse party 2022

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PR Girl media takes on megacity Kinshasa with penthouse party 2022

PR Girl Media aims to expand its events across Africa in the next few years

PR Girl Media is Zambia’s leading Lifestyle PR Agency specialised in event planning and publicity management since its inception in May 2016. Founded by the sister-duo Monde and Chishimba Nyambe, the agency has consistently presented premium experiences for Zambia’s cosmopolitan audiences with social events such as the Champagne Safari Picnic, Lusaka July, Beerville-Oktoberfest and the Penthouse Party. PR Girl Media has announced its newest venture into Kinshasa, a city with the second largest population in Africa with a population of over 15 million, and is the 2^nd largest French-speaking city in the world behind Paris. Kinshasa is also a haven for creatives; having a long-standing history of music, fashion and art – the city is indeed the promised land for entrepreneurs in modern arts and entertainment.

Although not classified as a typical tourist destination, “Kin” as Kinshasha is popularly known by its residents, is a city that is well known for the eclectic fashion sense of its people and their high energy party culture; a perfect fit with the Penthouse Party which is an event that blends fashion with nightlife. “Kinshasa is a vibrant city; we couldn’t have selected a better place for the Penthouse Party 2022. We have been eyeing this market for a while now and it is exciting to finally announce this significant move as it represents a growth in our business; to engage with more audiences across Africa and continue to highlight African luxury through our events on a much larger scale.” said Chishimba and Monde Nyambe, Managing Partners of PR Girl Media.

Following the suppression of the Covid-19 pandemic, PR Girl Media is set to venture into other cities across Africa in a mission to evolve into a business that caters to more consumers with a taste for sophisticated and multi-cultural experiences. PR Girl Media has confirmed that it has other cities of interest in Africa including Accra, the West-African hub of entertainment and Dar-Es-Salam, the dynamic capital of Tanzania. PR Girl Media has further added that the Lusaka July has garnered momentous attention from the Southern African region and will remain as a Zambian fashion magnet that attracts audiences specifically in South Africa, Namibia and Botswana.

Further details of the Penthouse Party 2022 in Kinshasa can be found on PR Girl Media social pages on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #PRGirl2022 and #PHpartyKinshasa2022.

Heart conditions knocks out Enock Mwepu from football

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Heart conditions knocks out Enock Mwepu from football

Enock Mwepu has been forced to end his football career following the diagnosis of a hereditary heart condition.

The condition, which can worsen over time, would put Enock at an extremely high risk of suffering a potentially fatal cardiac event, if he were to continue playing competitive football.

Club chairman Tony Bloom said, “We are all absolutely devastated for Enock. He and his family have had a traumatic few weeks and while we are just thankful he has come through that period, he has seen such a promising career cut short at such a young age.

“As a club we will give him all the love, help and support we possibly can to make a full recovery, and then as he decides on the next steps in his life.”

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi added, “I am so sorry for Enock. Before I arrived I looked at all the squad, and he was a player I was so excited and looking forward to working with. We will do everything we can to help him.”

Head of Medicine and Performance, Adam Brett explained, “It is a terrible blow for Enock, but he has to put his health and his family first and this is the right choice, however difficult it is to quit the game he loves.”

Enock was taken ill while on a flight to join up with Zambia during the international break and after a period in hospital in Mali he returned to Brighton to undergo further cardiac tests and ongoing care.

These tests have concluded that his illness is due to a hereditary cardiac condition, which manifests later in life and was not previously evident on regular cardiac screening. Sadly this can be exacerbated by playing sport so Enock has been advised that the only option, for the sake of his own safety, is for him to stop playing football.

Adam continued, “Of course, given this is Enock’s career and a decision which can’t be taken lightly we have taken our time to be as thorough as possible, completed advanced cardiac investigations and collaborated with clinical experts to gain the best second opinions for Enock.

“We will be helping him make sure the condition is managed with the appropriate treatment for him to otherwise live a long and healthy life.’”

FAZ President Andrew kamanga at a media briefing at Football House

Meanwhile, the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has said that it has received with profound shock and devastation news that Chipolopolo captain Enock Mwepu has been diagnosed with a hereditary heart condition.

FAZ President Andrew Kamanga says the Association will wait to hear from the player and medics on the next step.

“We are deeply saddened by the news that Mwepu will no longer be able to play football on the advice of medics. We have kept tabs on his condition since he was admitted to hospital in Mali and airlifted to London and had hoped for better news,” Kamanga says.

“While it is too soon to talk about the next step, we will walk with him throughout this journey and wish him full recovery. We urge everyone to keep Mwepu and his family in prayers as he recovers from this condition.”

Kamanga adds: “This being a medical diagnosis leaves us with little else to say but only wish our skipper all the best throughout this process.”

The FAZ chief says, “I have since spoken to the player who advises that be left alone in the meantime to digest in privacy what has just happened. We however remain at his full disposal for him and his family in this dark moment. Should need for further information arise the player and agent will liaise with FAZ with the interests of the player being of utmost importance.”

Head of Medicine and Performance, Adam Brett revealed that Mwepu was diagnosed with a hereditary heart condition which can worsen with time and puts the players at high risk of suffering a potentially fatal cardiac event.

Mwepu has been admitted in a London hospital since being airlifted from Bamako on September 25 for further medical tests.

Organised Looting of State Resources: Why is AG eager to award huge monetary damages to UPND members?

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Organised Looting of State Resources: Why is AG eager to award huge monetary damages to UPND members?

By Fred M’membe President of the Socialist Party

In March 2022, 15 UPND cadres who were accused of burning Lusaka’s City Market took the State to Court demanding K8 Million in compensation for false imprisonment and malicious prosecution. In May, a UPND cadre who was accused of attempting to assassinate former President Lungu sued the State demanding compensation for false imprisonment and malicious prosecution amounting to K5 million.

In August this year, four UPND cadres sued the state in the Lusaka High Court seeking damages for false imprisonment under the PF on a charge of possession of offensive materials and weapons. This month, October, 22 UPND members who were arrested for unlawful assembly in April last year have sued the State in the Lusaka High Court demanding special damages for unlawful detention.

There are other suits too numerous to mention but the ending has usually been the same: consent judgements between the suing parties and the Attorney General followed by payment of huge sums of money from the treasury to those that had sued.

Why is Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha, who himself has known ties to the UPND, eager to award huge monetary damages through consent judgements to UPND members in all cases where such members, represented by UPND-aligned lawyers, have sued the state for malicious imprisonment unlawful detention or wrongful prosecution that occurred under the PF? Isn’t this a form of organised looting of state resources? What is preventing the Attorney General from defending the public interest by way of allowing these cases to proceed to trial where the petitioners’ claims can be put to the test or challenged? How does the public even know with certainty that these claimants exist and that they are not hired people masquerading as UPND cadres who are being used to reward party cadres or mobilise financial resources for the party?

Where is the new dawn they keep singing about? How different is this organised banditry from what the PF did with Lewis Mosho over the Shoprite case? Those who have followed these cases may note that so many have been filed, but usually only one at a time. A new one is only started after the existing case has been disposed of via a consent order. To our knowledge, not a single one of these cases has ever gone to trial. Why? Is the UPND indirectly fundraising for the party or ‘empowering’ its cadres using state resources?

There is a wider lesson here: the cost of appointing party loyalists to key government positions, the same thing that happened under the PF. The only difference is that the PF were more transparent about this practice. The UPND is doing the same but make it appear like they are hiring non-partisan professionals who are apolitical or not UPND-aligned. This is merely a smokescreen. Like the PS without portfolio Patrick Mucheleka at the Cabinet Office, Levy Ngoma, the Special Assitant to the President for Political Affairs, holds a position in the UPND leadership. How can these civil servants be expected to rise above their party interests in cases where these are threatened? Is it surprising that Levy, alongside the Home Affairs PS Josephs Akafumba, was implicated in a telephone scandal in a matter that involved the interests of the UPND as party and which had nothing to do with the public interest?

And even when the public complained about Levy’s conduct and abuse of state resources to advance the interests of the UPND, nothing happened to him because he was, as he said in the leaked audio, acting in furtherance of the interests of the ruling party and on the instructions of his principal. (And by the way, how far has the police gone with the investigations into the leaked audio scandal? It has been nearly ten months now! Or is the Inspector General of Police waiting for members of the public to share their findings on the case before Mr Lemmy Kajoba can claim credit and praise himself?)

The issue we raise of appointing party functionaries to important government positions that require independent-minded professionals is not a small matter. It is an important issue that is likely to assume even greater significance when appointments to the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the leadership of both the civil service and the Electoral Commission of Zambia are made. Those in doubt that party functionaries will likely be appointed to these positions should wait for the long-delayed but the imminent announcement of the new DPP, ECZ CEO, ECZ chairperson and deputy chairperson and Secretary to Cabinet.

When one looks at positions such as Special Assistant to the President for Legal Affairs, Minister of Justice, Attorney General, Solicitor General, ACC Director General and even Speaker of the National Assembly, one will realise that these public positions are all filled with individuals who are linked to the UPND and possibly members. How can these be expected to retain fair or independent judgement and defend the public interest in matters that involve or affect UPND members? Can these officials really rise above their possible partisan interest and allegiance to the UPND since its potential loss of power would denote their own removal from these positions?

One just has to listen to the Minister of Justice whenever he speaks on issues of public interest that affect his party. He sounds like a UPND Secretary General! Can the current ACC Director General sanction the investigation of Maurice Jangulo’s company in relation to the procurement of fertiliser when Maurice has strong ties to the appointing authority, with whom the DG has very close client-patron ties stemming from their time in opposition? Is it any wonder that the ACC has never found any single case of corruption in this government? We know of the corruption involving some of the presidential aides at State House. If the ACC does not know, then they are simply not up to the challenge. If they know, how come they have not summoned those involved for interrogation? The only time the ACC should be taken seriously is when they start to touch members of the inner circle of this government. Look at the contradictions coming from the Attorney General’ office on the honeybee scandal! Why isn’t the ACC getting involved in this matter? Isn’t it because some of the culprits involved in the behind the scenes negotiations pertaining to honeybee are their colleagues at State House, even though some praise singers will falsely claim that it is actually State House that blocked the payment to honeybee?

Some of these officials we have mentioned above run law firms that are still doing business with government. Like their principal who has not only refused to publicly reveal his assets and declarations in the spirit of transparency but made it clear that his businesses are still doing business with the government, they don’t see any conflict of interest in their dealings. Take the current cases, for example. Those suing the State for malicious or wrongful prosecution are UPND cadres. Those representing the litigants are lawyers connected to the UPND. Those who have the responsibility to put up a fight on behalf of the state and in defence of public interest are connected to the UPND. Those deciding the huge amounts to be awarded to the petitioners are officials connected to the UPND. Doesn’t a consent order in this case benefit everyone involved: the cadres, the lawyers, the officials, and indeed the party, if some of these resources end up there? We are not saying those suing have no case. We are asking a simple question: can these officials really vigorously defend public interest against the ruling party members making the claims, even if these cases go to trial?

Zambia, we have been duped! These people in power today are not who they claim to be. They say one thing in private and another in public. They are wolves in sheep’s skin. The other problem is that many in civil society have been co-opted. With the exception of one or two people such as Brebner Changala, John Sangwa and Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu, those from civil society who held to account or criticised the excesses of the previous administration are now serving in government bodies. With food in their mouth, they can no longer speak. Whenever they speak, it is to lead the choir of praise in such sycophantic fashion that they end up doing a disservice to those they support. Since they are incapable of embarrassment, one can only be embarrassed on their behalf. It is sad to see people with previously illustrious careers in civil society reduced to the role of praise singers.

The same problem of co-optation is noted in relation to Zambia’s public intellectuals. This group was instrumental in promoting progress and to political change prior to the 2021 election. By intellectuals, we do not mean those who display their educational attainments for anyone to see. We mean men and women attached to a university who have acquired a certain level of education that enables them to produce, disseminate and apply new knowledge to the analysis or resolution of the problems of society. Intellectuals who use this specialist knowledge to comment on public issues in their areas of specialisation through mass platforms such as newspapers, television or radio stations are called public intellectuals. Those who merely confine themselves to teaching and research in a university are called academics.

In many societies, especially those that place a premium on thinking, public intellectuals are role models. Since intellectuals play powerful legitimising role, their criticism of the government has implications for the standing of the government in the eyes of the public. In Zambia, intellectuals have been frustrated by poor conditions of service and their expertise has generally remained unsolicited and often underutilised. This may explain the extreme penchant, among our intellectual elite, for opportunism and willingness to be silenced in return for an appointment on a government board. So, when a few stand out and condemn injustices, that is worth celebrating.

Before 12 August 2021, there were several intellectuals who risked their careers and even lives to express outrage against the many wrongs that were happening under the previous government. There was Dr Grieve Chelwa from University of Cape Town, whose opposition to the economic reform measures sponsored by the IMF and World Bank was conveniently ignored and often frustrated. There were others like Ms Felicity Kayumba, Dr O’Brien Kaaba and Dr Pamela Sambo found in the School of Law at UNZA whose constant criticism of the judiciary and the executive were thought to be a matter of principle, not sheer opportunism. One or two such as Dr Julius Kapempwa and Dr Cleopas Sambo from the School of Humanities and Social Sciences provided illuminating insights that raised public awareness and fed greater understanding of the government’s policy failures.
And who can forget the courageous voice of Dr Sishuwa Sishuwa who was subjected to threats on his life, faced the threat of prosecution for sedition and was disowned by his employer, the University of Zambia, over his critical writings in both print and online media? There was also Dr Munyonzwe Hamalengwa at Zambia Open university and Professor Muna Ndulo in the United States of America who never missed an opportunity to criticise the government especially on matters that touch on human rights and the violation of the law. Even UNZALARU, the body of lecturers and researchers, at UNZA, recovered its voice and appeared to regain its lost credibility on matters of public interest such as Bill 10.

Which of these intellectuals who stuck their necks out to challenge undemocratic practices and confront human rights violations have continued with the same spirit or zeal of holding the government to power today? Except for one or two such as Dr Chelwa and Dr Sishuwa who continue to identify with the suffering of the people and have remained generally critical of the same things they condemned under PF, the intellectuals who previously spoke truth to power have become willing collaborators in the wrongs of the UPND. The record is there in the public domain for all to see. Today, most of these intellectuals have joined the incriminating silence of those who cannot speak with food in their mouth because they are enjoying the perks that come with serving on several government bodies, though they will go to great lengths to convince unsuspecting victims that it’s not about the money or that the money is actually very little.

Other intellectuals are now deathly silent and simply looking away when wrongs occur because of a certain allegiance to the party in power, one that has anointed itself with the sanctity of a religious faith. If some of the wrongs occurring in this government had happened under the previous administration, these intellectuals would have been in the forefront of speaking out against such vices. Can anyone imagine these academics keeping quiet under president Lungu if ordinary people were jailed for insulting the president, or PF cadres took turns to sue the state for malicious or wrongful prosecution under the MMD and the Attorney General rushed to reach a minimum of K500, 000 settlement with each of them and even more money paid to their PF aligned lawyers?

Those who yesterday were in the front seat of condemning wrongs and injustices whenever they occurred are the ones who are today giving legitimacy to and rationalising the wrongs and injustices of the UPND. Some within group even say, ‘things are not yet as bad as they were under PF’, as if the PF wrongs are now the threshold we must reach before raising our voice against injustices. Others shamelessly say ‘there is no county or government that is immune from wrong doers’! How can people lose their self-respect and dignity this way? Anyway, as former president of South Africa Thabo Mbeki once said, empty stomachs can be good or bad teachers. The problem with our African intellectuals is that they too have stomachs, in addition to their excellent brains.

Who will defend public interest?

Resident hunting season opens today

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The Ministry of Tourism has announced that resident hunting will open today 10th of October 2022.

This came to light yesterday when Ministry of Tourism Permanent Secretary Evans Muhanga graced the raffle draw for the 2022 hunting season at the government complex.

Mr Muhanga indicated during the raffle draw that the government advertised 30 hunting blocks for resident and bonafide hunting comprising of 12 prime hunting areas, 13 secondary, four understocked and one specialized area.

“The Ministry advertised 30 hunting blocks for resident and bonafide hunting comprising of 12 prime hunting areas, 13 secondary, 4 understocked and 1 specialized area,” he said.

Mr Muhanga further revealed that the department received a total of 2,519 applications out of which 2,372 applicants were shortlisted to proceed to the raffle stage.

He added that 147 applicants were disqualified for various reasons such as incomplete attachments, wrong firearm calibre, mismatch of the submitted details, non-compliance to the advert guideline.

“The Ministry received a total of 2,519 applications out of which 2,372 applicants were shortlisted to proceed to the raffle stage while 147 applicants were disqualified for various reasons such as incomplete attachments, wrong firearm calibre, mismatch of the submitted details, non-compliance to the advert guideline,” he revealed.

This was contained in a media statement issued by the Ministry of Tourism and availed to the media yesterday.

Meanwhile Mr Muhanga says hunting is an important tool in the sustainable management of wildlife resources as enshrined in the Zambia Wildlife Act No. 14 of 2015.

“Hunting is an important tool in sustainable management of wildlife resources as enshrined in the Zambia Wildlife Act No. 14 of 2015,” Mr Muhanga said.

He said the Ministry of Tourism through the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) has developed guidelines to ensure that citizens, resident and bonafide applicants are given a fair chance of being considered for a hunting license.

The Permanent Secretary said the government will take precautionary measures to ensure that hunting licenses are awarded impartially to deserving individuals.

Mr Muhanga said the desire of government is to see to it that wild animals are harvested in a sustainable manner.

He further indicated that government through the Ministry of Tourism will continue to work closely with stakeholders in a bid to address hunting challenges.

Mr. Muhanga stated that in order to ensure that there is no abuse of hunting licenses, the DNPW will work with Safari Hunting Outfitters, Honorary Wildlife Police Officers (HWPOs) and Community Scouts in monitoring the 2022 hunting season.

He said the involving of Safari Hunting Outfitters, HWPOs and Community Scouts is aimed at enhancing the monitoring of resident hunting activities in various hunting blocks.

The Permanent Secretary expressed optimism that the move will help to address challenges of inadequate monitoring experienced in the past.

And Resident Hunters Association Chairperson, Captain David Mwila called on the members of the association to avoid violating the hunting guidelines as this as the potential to affect the future hunting prospects.

CB Minister calls for churches to apply for CDF

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CB Minister calls for churches to apply for CDF

Copperbelt Province Minister, Elisha Matambo has urged churches in the province to apply for Constituency Development Funds (CDF) saying there is low response from the churches so far, calling on more churches to have access to the Constituency development funds in their various constituencies.

Mr Matambo says there are various programs and projects run by the churches which could be boosted by CDF.

Speaking at Masala Baptist Church in Ndola today, the Minister said church women and youth groups should form cooperatives and apply for funds from CDF for expansion of already existing church programs and for embarking on new projects.

Mr. Matambo added that youths can also take part in the youth skills empowerment programs where they obtain various skills that they can use in society to earn a living.

Speaking earlier, Baptist Church in charge, Patson Mulumbwe has thanked the government for restoring peace in the country by removing caderism which brought confusion.

Pastor Mulumbwe said the church is available to work with the government of the day in fostering development.

Remove trade barriers between Zambia, DRC

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Remove trade barriers between Zambia, DRC

North-Western Chamber of Commerce And Industry president, Mukumbi Kafuta has appealed to government to remove bottlenecks affecting trade between Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo(DRC).

Mr Kafuta says DRC is a potential market for agro products but that small and medium enterprises are finding it difficult to take products to the neighbouring country.

He said government should come up with aggressive ways that will help SMEs penetrate the Congolese market and stimulate growth and job creation.

Mr Kafuta was speaking in Solwezi yesterday during an interactive meeting with Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Chipoka Mulenga.

He said government should create export opportunities for SMEs through regular international business to business conferences and exhibitions.

” We would like to propose that government come up with innovative initiatives aimed at stimulating Zambia’s economic stability, growth and job creation,” Mr Kafuta said.

He said there is need to link manufacturers, producers and suppliers to Congolese companies which provide ready market for products and services.

And Mr Mulenga said government remains committed to ensuring growth of SMEs as they are important to economic growth.

Mr Mulenga said government is working on reducing the number of licenses that a business owner has to pay before registering a business.

” We will soon be reducing the number of certificates that you need to pay for before a business is registered. Sometimes people run out of capital because of paying for too many things,” he said.

The Minister said there is so much rigidity in chambers adding that new players are finding it difficult to do business because some chamber members are not embracing them.

” You can not afford to be rigid colleagues, embrace everyone. We can not have the same people doing business alone,” he said.

Mr Mulenga said government wants to see chambers of commerce and industry thriving

Human rights groups condemn victimization of LGBTQ+ in Zambia

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Human rights groups condemn victimization of LGBTQ+ in Zambia

Human rights organizations and activists have condemned the continued victimization of LGBTQ and intersex people in Zambia.

Anti-LGBTQ and intersex sentiments have been gaining momentum in recent weeks, including Dr. Brian Sampa’s #banbeardtobeard campaign in relation to gay couples.

Alick Banda, the archbishop of the Catholic Diocese of Lusaka, and other Zambian religious leaders have also echoed these sentiments.

“In the last 12 months, we have witnessed an increase in the number of incidents and events that promote LGBTQ tendencies contrary to the laws of Zambia and our Zambian culture. Additionally, there has been an increase in the number of incidents of sodomy where boys and men are raped by fellow boys and men with impunity,” said Rev. Banda on Sept. 25.

“We have witnessed several cases of sodomy and homosexuality on the increase in our society much to the displeasure and disapproval of the general public. Unfortunately, the law enforcement agents and the president who took an oath to protect the Constitution seems to be paying a blind eye. The question that begs an answer is, is it by design or by default.”

Consensual same-sex sexual relations remain criminalized in Zambia.

President Hakainde Hichilema last month reiterated his government does not support LGBTQ and intersex rights in response to Sampa’s protest.

The Global Interface Network, a global NGO that promotes safety and inclusion for all people of faith and especially for people who suffer discrimination because of their sexual orientation, criticized Rev. Banda’s comments.

“The statement by the archbishop has the potential to further escalate violence and we are deeply concerned for the wellbeing and safety of members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Zambia,” said the Global Interface Network in a statement it released on Sept. 26.

“Religious leaders are the shepherds of their flocks and have a responsibility to provide guidance, care and support to the faith community. Although we understand that for the Archbishop of Lusaka, same sex sexualities and non-normative gender identities are unfamiliar, we do not believe that it is appropriate, especially in a context in which people are already marginalized and subjected to violence and discrimination, for the archbishop to put his stamp of approval on further violence.”

The Global Interface Network in its statement encouraged Rev. Banda and the country’s Catholic Church “to enter into a process of fellowship and discernment alongside 2SLGBTQIA+ people of faith and skilled dialogue facilitators in Zambia and to collectively grow in the mission to offer compassion, care and love to the most vulnerable.”

“The people of Zambia, just as it is the people of the African continent, deserve an opportunity to see humanity beyond heterosexuality,” it said.

“That opportunity has the potential for a reclamation of the African people’s history of dealing with diversity, an opportunity of understanding beyond the common narrative of dehumanization.”

Mino, a Zambian LGBTQ and intersex activist, said Sampa has been sharing misleading information on his social media platforms that has influenced religious leaders and others across the country.

“The leader of this ban homosexuality movement has jumped from one cause to the other without success and unfortunately, this has seen him get heavy backing from people who share similar religious views. The whole thing has not been objective, the information he is disseminating is highly inaccurate, and full of untruths about 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. Sadly, the church and in a way the State has also jumped on this bandwagon,” said Mino.

“Nevertheless, despite the current situation facing the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Zambia, it is my hope that this opens a balanced dialogue of issues of sexuality and gender,” added Mino.

“People must have accurate information on who we are as people and begin to see us as human beings with lives, families, interests, jobs, struggles, just like any other person as currently the 2SLGBTQIA+ community has been reduced to being only sexual beings and cannot be seen beyond that.”

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