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All is Set for the Production of Ballot Papers for the 2021 August General Election

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All is Set for the Production of Ballot Papers for the 2021 August General Election

All is set for the production of ballot papers for the 2021 August general election by the Dubai-based Al Ghurair Printing and publishing Company, the firm engaged by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) for the works.

A team of officials led by ECZ Vice Chairperson, Emily Sikazwe was briefed yesterday by the company whose capacity can manage to print 10 million ballot papers per day, that Al Ghurair is set for the task.

Company General Manager, Lakshmanan Ganapathy disclosed that the printing will first commence with local government ballot papers after they are verified in Zambia by another team, to be followed by the parliamentary and finally Presidential ballot paper.

Mr. Ganapathy told the Dr Sikazwe -led team that his company is happy that the ECZ has accorded it another opportunity to print this year’s general election ballot papers, the first one being for the 2016 elections.

He disclosed that the company has since expanded its printing machines to 14 from the 11 ones it previously had, adding that the company desires to deliver quality works.

The General Manager expressed optimism that the company will finish printing the ballot papers, package and airlift them to Zambia in record time by the end of July before polls are held.

And ECZ Vice Chairperson, Emily Sikazwe reiterated that the commission is up to the task to deliver credible elections this year.

She said the presence of her delegation in the United Arab Emirates is to ensure it sees the printing process from start to finish in readiness for this year’s general election.

Dr Sikazwe said she was optimistic that ECZ will not relent in its duty of ensuring that expectations of Zambians are met.

She implored the Zambian team comprising of representatives from civil society organisations, security, home affairs, anti-corruption commission, the media and political parties to apply themselves and work beyond normal working hours so that the process of production of the election materials is successfully completed.

The Vice Chairperson said commission has also set up another team of 16 political parties who are verifying details of candidates and proofreading the ballot papers in Zambia before they are sent to the company for printing.

And as for the political parties wishing to travel and monitor the production of materials in Dubai, Dr Sikazwe indicated that three political parties and an independent candidate confirmed that they would sponsor representatives.

These are the ruling Patriotic Front represented by former Defense Minister, Davies Chama who is already in Dubai whilst the opposition United party for National Development -UPND- and People’s Alliance for Change -PAC- representatives are yet to arrive.

The other representative is being sponsored by Lumezi Aspiring independent candidate, Munir Zulu.

Pictures of the Late President Kenneth KAunda Tour to Muchinga Province-His Birth Place

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Pictures of the Late President Kenneth KAunda Tour to Muchinga Province-His Birth Place
Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda's children Col. Panji Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya arrived at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda’s children Col. Panji Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya arrived at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina being welcomed by Muchinga Permanent Secretary Captain rtd Davison Mulenga at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina being welcomed by Muchinga Permanent Secretary Captain rtd Davison Mulenga at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina confers with PF MCC Stephen Kampyongo at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina confers with PF MCC Stephen Kampyongo at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina confers with PF MCC Stephen Kampyongo at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Vice President Inonge Wina confers with PF MCC Stephen Kampyongo at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Muchinga Airtrip during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda
Muchinga resident with the banner receiving the remains of late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda when the body arrived at Muchinga Airtrip
Muchinga resident with the banner receiving the remains of late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda when the body arrived at Muchinga Airtrip
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
-Lubwa Mission Residents gather in the streets of Chinsali to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda in muchinga
-Lubwa Mission Residents gather in the streets of Chinsali to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda in muchinga
-Lubwa Mission Residents gather in the streets of Chinsali to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda in muchinga
-Lubwa Mission Residents gather in the streets of Chinsali to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda in muchinga
The funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda arrive at Lubwa mission. School grounds in Chinsali
The funeral cortage of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda arrive at Lubwa mission. School grounds in Chinsali
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Boys Brigade with photo portraits of Kaunda welcomes the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
THE casket of late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda arrives in Chansali
THE casket of late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth
kaunda arrives in Chansali
DEFENCE personnel carry the casket of late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda in Chansali.
DEFENCE personnel carry the casket of late First President of
Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda in Chansali.
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Former Minister of Home Affairs ,Stephen Kampyongo when body of late the First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was taken to the province capital.
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Former Minister of
Home Affairs ,Stephen Kampyongo when body of late the First President
of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was taken to the province capital.
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Former Minister of Muchinga Province,Malozo Sichone when body of late the First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was taken to the province capital
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Former Minister of
Muchinga Province,Malozo Sichone when body of late the First President
of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was taken to the province capital
CHINSALI residence display the banner in solidarity to late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda.
CHINSALI residence display the banner in solidarity to late
First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda.
Vice President Inonge Wina singing the book condolences during the funeral service of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at lubwa mission school ground in Chinsali
Vice President Inonge Wina singing the book condolences during the funeral service of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at lubwa mission school ground in Chinsali
Vice President Inonge Wina singing the book condolences during the funeral service of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at lubwa mission school ground in Chinsali
Vice President Inonge Wina singing the book condolences during the funeral service of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at lubwa mission school ground in Chinsali
Remains of the Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda lay in state at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Remains of the Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda lay in state at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Close relatives of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda mourn him during funeral Service at Lubwa School mission grounds in Muchinga
Close relatives of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda mourn him during funeral Service at Lubwa School mission grounds in Muchinga
UCZ Woman Club Mourn Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the funeral Service at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda's children Col. Panji Kaunda, Waza Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya during the funeral Service at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda’s children Col. Panji Kaunda, Waza Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya during the funeral Service at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Vice President Inonge Wina with Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda's children Col. Panji Kaunda, Waza Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya during the funeral Service at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Vice President Inonge Wina with Late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda’s children Col. Panji Kaunda, Waza Kaunda and Cheswa Kaunda Silwizya during the funeral Service at Lubwa Mission School grounds in Chinsali
Lubwa Mission Residents gather in number to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Lubwa Mission Residents gather in number to mourn the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda during the arrival of the remains of the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda at Lubwa mission school ground in muchinga
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary, Davison Mulenga when body of the late the First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was in Chinsali
Vice-President ,Inonge Wina confers with Muchinga Province
Permanent Secretary, Davison Mulenga when body of the late the First
President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda was in Chinsali
Waza Kaunda son the late President Kaunda delivers the speech during the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda funeral Service at Lubwa School mission grounds in Muchinga
Waza Kaunda son the late President Kaunda delivers the speech during the late first Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda funeral Service at Lubwa School mission grounds in Muchinga
THE body of late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda in casket in Chansali.
THE body of late First President of Zambia Dr.Kenneth kaunda
in casket in Chansali.

UPND launches the Paint Lusaka Red campaign

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UPND launches the Paint Lusaka Red campaign

THE United Party for National Development (UPND) has launched the Paint Lusaka Red campaign.

The campaign is aimed at replacing the ripped UPND campaign materials by PF cadres in most parts of the Greater City of Lusaka.
Last Tuesday, the PF went on rampage tearing down UPND billboards and posters that where erected along the Ring Road in Kamwala, Chalala and New Kasama areas of Lusaka District.

And addressing the Press shortly before flagging of the Campaign, UPND Lusaka Province Chairperson, Obvious Mwaliteta warned that the UPND would not tolerate the PF’s wanton habit of removing the party’s campaign materials each time they were put.

Mr Mwaliteta also expressed regret that the Police had failed to bring the the known culprits behind the widespread removal of UPND campaign materials book despite numerous complaints from the party.

The launch was characterised by sticking of UPND posters and flags along Great East Road by youths led by the party’s Lusaka Province Youth Chairperson, Anderson Banda and his District counterpart, Achritius Mwanakayaya.

Govt revokes licenses of bars and night clubs defying COVID-19 guidelines

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Govt revokes licenses of bars and night clubs defying COVID-19 guidelines

The Ministry of Health says it is disappointed with nightclubs and bars in Lusaka and other parts of the country that are defying the order to operate on take away basis as earlier directed, on account of high numbers in new COVID- 19 infections and deaths currently being reported.

Health Permanent Secretary Kennedy Malama says his ministry has taken action to revoke the licenses of business premises that have been found defaulting on the given guidelines.

The Permanent Secretary in a statement to the media yesterday has also warned of stern action against those flouting the directives.

“We will not put the lives of the members of the public at risk just because of a few selfish individuals who would rather put their businesses first before the safety of the public.

” We equally urge members of the public to introspect and avoid these supper spreader activities, ” he said.

On the COVID-19 vaccination , the Permanent Secretary has also announced that the country will be receiving 228, 000 additional doses of AstraZeneca tomorrow Monday 5th July, 2021 adding that the anticipated vaccines will arrive at 14:25 at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport aboard Emirates.

“The government of the Republic Zambia under the leadership of his excellency the President Edgar Chagwa Lungu is profoundly grateful to the French government for the donation of the Vaccines, ” he stated.

Meanwhile, the overall number of reported COVID -19 cases this week which stands at 15,714 indicate a reduction in comparison to last week’s 19,535 cases.

Overall positivity has rate has also dropped from last week’s 26% to 24%.

The number of deaths which stands at 421 in the last week as compared to 378 cases in the previous week.

In the last 24 hours, the country recorded 1,795 confirmed COVID – 19 cases out of 7,531 tests conducted, bringing the cumulative total to 164, 282.

COVID -19 deaths were 46, the lowest number in the last two weeks.

116 people were discharged from isolation centres and 2,132 from home management, bring the cumulative number of recoveries to 143, 128.

Sunday Chanda and the “Tribe Must Die” Mantra

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Sunday Chanda and the “Tribe Must Die” Mantra

By Henry Kyambalesa

While the debate relating to “tribe” or “tribalism” is a petty and irrelevant campaign issue in this year’s general elections, and in any future elections as a matter of fact, I have found it necessary to comment on the assertion by Patriotic Front (PF) Media Director, Sunday Chanda, that the United Party for National Development (UPND) was founded on what he has referred to as a “tribal cradle.”

One of the recurring requirements for the establishment of a political party in Zambia’s Republican constitutions has been that such an entity must “have a national character,” and that it should not “be founded on a religious, linguistic, racial, ethnic, tribal, gender, sectoral, or provincial basis, or engage in propaganda based on any of these factors.”

So, all registered political parties in Zambia today must have met this litmus test and, therefore, none can be said to be a “tribal” political party. Our brother Sunday Chanda should, therefore, refrain from making baseless assertions that are likely to promote tribalism and/or incite ethnic-related violence in our beloved country.

One of the other disturbing issues in Sunday Chanda’s Press Release is his endorsement of the following mantra by the late Samora Machel, former Mozambican President: “For the nation to survive, tribe must die.”

Is he suggesting that the abolition of tribes or ethnic groupings in Zambia is one of the ultimate goals of the PF party?

Samora Machel was a staunch believer in the utopian ideals of socialism and communism advocated by Karl Marx and Frederick Engels in the Communist Manifesto and the other literary pieces of work they singularly or jointly authored. One of such ideals includes their advocacy for the alteration of the perceptions and psyches (or psychological make-ups) of members of society “on a mass scale” through state-mandated indoctrination of citizens.

Another of the many ideals advocated by Marx and Engels was the abolition of countries and nationality, which they declared in the following words: “[Communists] … are … reproached with desiring to abolish countries and nationality [because the] … workers have no country.” And “National divisions and antagonisms between peoples are daily more and more vanishing … [and the] supremacy of the proletariat will cause them to vanish still faster.”

Mr. Machel must have attempted to reveal his commitment to the realization of this particular ideal when he said, “For the nation to survive, tribe must die,” without even realizing that Marx and Engels actually desired to abolish “the nation” or “the country” that he would have wished to preserve if it were possible to abolish tribes in his country.

Clearly, he extended the advocacy for abolishing countries and nationality to include the “abolition of tribe,” which Marx and Engels did not include because there are, and were, no “tribes” in Western Europe.

If the abolition of tribes in Zambia is not one of PF’s goals, PF officials need to craft a Press Release and disseminate it through news outlets disassociating the party from the toxic opinion of their political party’s Media Director on this matter.

Our country needs a national government that is destined to earnestly spearhead the crea­tion of a socioeco­nomic envi­ronment in which ethnic, cultur­al, racial, and religious diver­sities are appreciated, tolerated and celebrated, and a government that cherishes and promotes the cultures, tradi­tions and traditional ceremonies of its 73 tribes—tribes that, together, make up what is essentially “the Zambian family.”

In conclusion, the fact that the ruling political party’s Media Director can spend time and effort writing on issues that will not improve the livelihoods of the common people is enough proof that the party is not concerned about the bread-and-butter problems facing the people who granted it the mandate to form government 10 years ago.

What more proof do Zambians need to realize that the PF government is actually not interested in addressing the socioeconomic problems and crises facing our country—problems and crises which include high levels of poverty and inequality, declining gross domestic product (GDP), unsustainable levels of externally secured debts, and worsening corruption ranking by Transparency International?

Besides, there is a critical shortage of decent public housing in our country; a great number of our fellow citizens do not have access to electricity and clean water; education and training are still not adequately catered for; crime and unemployment are still rampant and pervasive; and public infrastructure and services are still deficient, and are mainly dependent on donor-funding.

Moreover, civil servants are still not adequately compensated for their services, and a lot of civil service retirees cannot get their hard-earned benefits on time; and the healthcare system cannot meet the basic needs of the majority of citizens mainly due to inadequate medicines, healthcare facilities and healthcare personnel.

In addition to such evident incompetence, we currently have government officials who seem to treat non-governmental organizations and opposition political parties and their members as enemies rather than essential members of a pluralistic society—officials like Sunday Chanda who cannot devote their time and efforts to suggesting viable and practical solutions to the real issues and problems facing the country and its people, including hunger, malnutrition, poverty, ignorance, illiteracy, disease, widespread unemployment, crime, corruption, unsustainable levels of external debt, moral decay, and a catalogue of other socioeconomic problems and crises.

Whither our beloved country?

Zambia’s 2021 COSAFA Cup Kick-off Rescheduled After Comoros Withdrawal

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Defending champions Chipolopolo will now have to wait another seven days before kicking off their 2021 COSAFA Cup campaign following Comoros’ announcement on Saturday that they have withdrawn from this year’s tournament.

Zambia were due to kick off their COSAFA Cup defence on July 7 in a Group B opener against Comoros.

“There has been a late change to the fixtures for the 2021 COSAFA Cup after Comoros were forced to pull out of the competition due their government’s restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic,” The COSAFA tournament organizers disclosed.

“Comoros was drawn in Group B alongside defending champions Zambia, Malawi, and Madagascar, with their absence now leaving three teams remaining in the pool for the regional showpiece competition that will be staged in Nelson Mandela Bay from July 6-18.”

Chipolopolo will now commence their COSAFA Cup defence on July 10 against Madagascar and will play Malawi in their final Group B fixture on July13.

Only the group winners from the three group tournament will advance to the semifinals on July 16.

The three nations will be joined by the preliminary stages’ best second placed side in the preliminary stage.

Muchinga appreciates opportunity to have KK’s body

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Muchinga appreciates opportunity to have KK’s body

Two former ministers in Muchinga Province, have thanked government for according the people of Muchinga, an opportunity to pay their last respects to Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda, who was born in Chinsali District.

Former Home Affairs Minister Stephen Kampyongo says bringing back the body of Dr Kaunda where he was born and raised in Lubwa mission, means a lot to the people of Lubwa and the entire Muchinga Province as a whole.

Flanked by former Muchinga Province Minister Malozo Sichone , soon after the remains of the first Republican President arrived at Chinsali air strip at 09: 36 hours today, Mr Kampyongo said Dr Kaunda contributed so much to the liberation of this great nation, Zambia and other African countries.

“As people of Chinsali, we are happy that the body of Dr Kaunda is finally here in Lubwa mission and that we are going to mourn and celebrate the son of the soil right here where he was born which is an honour to us,” he said.

He said the love that Dr Kaunda had should be inculcated in the lives and hearts of many Zambians.

And former Muchinga Province Minister Malozo Sichone says the great legacy that the founding President has left behind should be upheld and emulated.

Mr Sichone stressed that the life and leadership style of Dr Kaunda is worth emulating as he advocated for peace and unity among citizens and in his Government as well as beyond borders.

He said the good leadership and team work spirit displayed by the First Republican President should be instilled in everyone occupying leadership positions at various levels.

” The people of Muchinga Province will forever remain grateful as we recount the many blessings that the province benefited during his reign as President,” he said.

He said the legacy of love left behind by Dr Kaunda which he emphasized on should be cherished by all and at all times.

Mr Sichone added that the late President ruled this country on the foundation of love ,peace and unity which is why his lasting legacy will stand a test of time.

Meanwhile, a senior resident of Chinsali, Felix Nondo said the history of Zambia can never been complete without the mention of Chinsali where notable people such as late Dr Kenneth Kaunda , late Mwansa Kapwepwe , late Paul Mushindo and late Kapasa Makasa among others hailed from.

Mr Nondo stated that burying Dr Kaunda in Chinsali would have been of economic benefit to the district and the province at large.

He said Dr Kaunda will be missed greatly as he was a gallant man of honour and a hard worker.

” Many of us benefited through the free education policy that Dr Kaunda put in place ,” Mr Nondo said.

And son to the later President Kenneth Kaunda has expressed gratitude to the people of Chinsali in particular Lubwa mission for mourning their father with respect.

Dr Waza Kaunda further thanked Government through President Edgar Lungu for the support rendered to the first family during the time he was still alive, sick and the mourning period.

People of Zambia have shown so much love to the family during this difficulty time which is a clear indicator that he was a selfless man full of love

” As a family we are also appreciative to the united Church of Zambia for the role they have played during the funeral of Dr Kaunda and other church mother bodies,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Zambia Congress of Trade Unions ( ZCTU ) in Muchinga Province has saluted late First Republican President Kenneth David Kaunda for his contributions to the labour movement during his reign.

ZCTU Muchinga Province regional coordinator Nondo Kasanda has told ZANIS in Chinsali today in an interview that the labour movement in Muchinga is mourning Dr. Kaunda with the rest of Zambians and the world at large because of massive contributions to the labour movement.

“ Late Dr. Kaunda was one of the first black leaders of the labour movement at Mwenzo in Nakonde under Northern Province then and now Muchinga, “ Mr. Kasanda said.

Mr. Kasanda said while at Mwenzo, late First Republican President Kenneth David Kaunda started the Mwenzo Workers Welfare.

He said that during his reign Dr. Kaunda promoted Miner Workers Union as well as the Teachers Unions.

Dr. Kaunda when he became President of the independent Zambia, allowed workers Voice by allowing workers to belong to a union of their choice.

He said that Dr. Kaunda never allowed many Unions to be formed like today adding that he only allowed ZCTU as Mother Union and the Zambia National Union of Teachers ( ZNUT) as teachers Union because he wanted the voice of workers to be strong and be heard.

The ZCTU regional coordinator said Dr. Kaunda used pupil centered methods despite that he was a politician.

He added that president Kaunda had active classes and produced very good active pupils saying there is need to emulate his teaching styles.

And the ZCTU has saluted the Patriotic Front (PF ) for creating Muchinga Province and declaring Chinsali as a Provincial Capital adding that this is a great honour to the great son of Africa, Dr. Kaunda whose birth place is Chinsali.

The ZCTU has meanwhile, appealed to UCZ to upgrade Lubwa to a big Mission in order to attract international visitors in honour of KK family.

“KK is the Zambezi river of labour movement in Zambia. KK is the source of workers representation in Zambia and for this we honour him even in death, “ said Mr. Kasanda .

Chinsali residents today had a chance to pay their last respect to Dr. Kaunda whose body was in Muchinga and Lubwa mission in particular, his birth place for the continued provincial viewing.

The plane carrying the body of Zambia’s founding father touched down at Chinsali air strip at 09:36 accompanied by vice president Inonge Wina and Dr. Kaunda son Waza among others.

The casket draped in the Zambian flag was driven on a gun carriage to Lubwa mission passing through town where residents had lined up waving white handkerchiefs as a symbol of peace and love.

The significance of KK’s Heroes and Unity Day holidays in Zambian history

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The significance of KK’s Heroes and Unity Day holidays in Zambian history

By Sakwiba Sikota

The significance of Heroes and Unity Day holidays in Zambian history should never be forgotten. HEROES DAY is set aside for Zambians to remember those who fought in the struggle for Zambian Independence in 1964. UNITY DAY is to remind our diverse nation of 72 dialects, brought together by the Barotse Agreement, that for Zambia to continue to exist there must be unity to keep us as one.

Kenneth Kaunda was not the only Zambian who distinguished himself by his courage, patriotism, wisdom and talent. Some, but not all, of the others who played significant roles in Zambia’s independence include Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe, Nakatindi Nganga, Elijah Mudenda, Sikota Wina, Chibesa Kankasa, Mainza Chona and Grey Zulu

Many will argue that the people in the paragraph above were all heroes and equal. That may be true but in any group someone always comes through as the first amongst equals.

This is true even in America. During the American Revolution, a number of people rose to prominence. Amongst them were George Washington, Abigail Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Patrick Henry, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and countless other wise, courageous and patriotic individuals.

These Americans were all important in the American revolution but only one had the capital city named after them; Washington. George Washington was the first President and clearly the first amongst equals.

In Zambia who would we consider, like Washington, to be the prime hero
of the Independence Revolution? The first person that comes to mind as the first President of Zambia, political detainee, freedom fighter and a Founding Father who left an unwavering mark on the history of Zambia is undoubtedly Kenneth David Kaunda.

UNITY DAY introduced by the Kaunda administration was cemented by his coining and continuous use of the slogan, “One Zambia- One Nation”. Civil servants were posted and transferred to any and all parts of Zambia no matter where they originally were from.

Unity is certainly something that our Zambian Hero, Kenneth David Kaunda (KK), strived for all his life. This is something we need to recognize and commemorate as a nation.

Who would therefore begrudge us renaming our July long holiday weekend, “KK HEROES AND UNITY HOLIDAY”?

It is a somber holiday which pays respect to those Zambian heroes.
In 1974, president Dr. Kenneth Kaunda presented a one and a half ton bronze statue as a gift to the nation to honour its heroes: a statue of a man with no shirt or shoes and defiantly raising a chained hand into the air. The statue carries the inscription “FREEDOM” beneath it. Freedom rallies of all descriptions have taken place at the site of the statue in Lusaka over the years.

This holiday celebrates the extraordinary cultural diversity of Zambia – and serves to unify all her people as one nation.
Zambia is home to more than 72 local languages/ dialects. There are six main languages spoken including: Bemba as the most widely-spoken, followed by Nyanja/Chewa. Kaonde, Luvale and Lunda are spoken in western Zambia, Tonga in the south and Lozi which is spoken along the Zambezi.
Such diversity calls for a celebration of unity. Hence the slogan: “One Zambia, one nation!”

NAQEZ salutes President Lungu for decision not to open Schools

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NAQEZ salutes President Lungu for decision not to open Schools

National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) has commended President Edgar Chagwa Lungu for heeding teachers’ and other stakeholders’ cry not to re-open schools on July 8 as planned by the Ministry of General education (MOGE).

NAQEZ Executive Director Aaron Chansa says his organization is delighted with President Lungu’s timely intervention to reverse MoGE’s decision to reopen schools on July 8 saying most schools in the country were unable to successfully combat the disease outbreak owing to logistical limitations.

Mr. Chansa has noted that reopening of schools as earlier proposed by the MoGE posed a serious risk to learners and teachers as the virus had reached its peak owing to the high number of deaths and infections in past few weeks.

He reiterated that the struggle against the COVID-19 pandemic cannot be left to government alone but requires a collective effort from all stakeholders.

He for this reason called on the cooperate community to come aboard with donations of preventive items.

“As we thank the President for not re-opening schools next week, we expect meaningful funding to enable our schools buy hand sanitizers, infra-red thermometers, and more desks if physical distancing is to be realized, ” he said.

He further revealed that NAQEZ would between 8 and 15th July through its nationwide structures and members carry out physical inspections in schools across the country to ascertain their readiness for reopening.

Ministry of information and broadcasting Permanent secretary Amos Malupenga yesterday issued a statement that following preliminary assessment conducted ascertain their readiness to re-open after the 21 days closure effected on 17th June , schools will remain closed.

This is until further assessments are done by a combined team from Ministries of health, Higher and General Education and the Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU), respectively.

UNZA Vice Chancellor Prof. Mumba gets contract renewed

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UNZA Vice Chancellor Prof. Mumba gets contract renewed

The University of Zambia Vice-Chancellor, Prof Luke Mumba, has been given a second contract by the UNZA Council to continue steering the University to higher heights.

The renewal of Prof Mumba’s contract that will run from July 2021 to June 2026 has been announced by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dr Tamala Kambikambi.

Prof Mumba’s first term of office as Vice-Chancellor was from July 2016 to June 2021 and during this period, he has transformed the University into a corporate entity with significant achievements.

“He improved the University ranking from 55th position in Africa (in 2018) to 18th position (in 2020). Steered massive infrastructure development that has changed the face and landscape of the University,” Dr Kambikambi said.

“Prof. Mumba Implemented institution alterations which have changed the way UNZA conducts its business. This resulted in receiving over 11,000 applications by prospective students to study at the University with over half of these registered for the 2020/21 Academic Year. This is a record high which sets the trend.”

“I, therefore, ask you to join me in heartily congratulating Prof Luke E. Mumba as he begins his second term in office (July 2021 to June 2026),” she said.

“I look forward to his focused leadership as he takes us to higher heights and on behalf of us all, wish him God’s blessings and wisdom in this second leg of his journey,” Dr Kambikambi said.

ZCCM-IH profits dip as Copper prices soar

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ZCCM-IH profits dip as Copper prices soar

Mining conglomerate ZCCM-IH saw a sharp decline in profits from K448 million to 307 million for the nine month period ended 31st December 2019.

This was compared to the period 31st March 2019 year end.

The decline in profits is happening at a time when Copper is enjoying one of its highest price booms in recent history averaging above 8,000 dollars per tone.

This decline in profit is on account of 57% reduction in share of profit mainly due to lower than last year profit recorded by investee companies such as Kansanshi Mining Plc and Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) Plc.

There was a change in the Company’s financial year end from 31st March to 31st December.

“At the ZCCM-IH Group level, profit for the period was K307 million compared to K448 million for 31st March 2019 year end. Shareholders of ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc (ZCCM-IH) have approved a K53 million dividend at K0.33 per share during the 17th Annual General Meeting held recently virtually, says company Spokeswoman Loisa Mbatha.

She said this follows a profit of K153.4 million recorded at a Company level.

“The Group total assets increased by 14 % mainly as a result of a 15% increase in investment in associates due to share of profit of equity accounted investee companies of K420.3 million and improvement in net asset value of investee companies by K1.28 billion. Further, the Group recorded an 18% increase in retained earnings due to the profit of K307 million, and at Company level, retained earnings increased by 19% due to the profit recorded for the period of K153.4 million,” she said.

“This is the fifth consecutive time that the Company has declared a dividend in line with its strategic goal of ensuring shareholder return on investment. ZCCM-IH has paid out K590 million in total in dividend to its shareholders in the past five years.”

Former PF Secretary General Edward Mumbi has died

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Former PF Secretary General Edward Mumbi has died

National Democratic Congress (NDC) Akafumba led faction’s interim Vice President Edward Mumbi has died.

Mr. Mumbi, who is also former PF secretary-general, died at Maina Soko Hospital a while ago. His death was confirmed by NDC interim president Joseph Akafumba.

Mr. Mumbi came to fame when he led the PF as Secretary-General until then he was removed by then opposition PF leader Michael Sata.

Mr. Mumbi officially joined the MMD on August 27, 2009 following his removal as PF Secretary General.

On September 20, 2011, he almost had a physical fight with Mr. Sata on election day which saw PF ascend to power.

On 28 September 2016, Mr. Mumbi resigned from his position as UPND Presidential Spokesperson stating that it was increasingly difficult for him to continue discharging his duties.

On 19th July 2020, Mr. Mumbi joined National Democratic Congress (NDC) where he was appointed as Member of the Central Committee.

Mr. Mumbi joined the NDC faction led by Vice President Rikki Joseph Akafumba where he was later appointed NDC Vice President.

“We are saddened to announce the death of NDC vice president Edward Mumbi in Lusaka this afternoon. As UPND Alliance, We wish Mr Mumbi’s family God’s guidance and strength during this trying moment,” said UPND Alliance Chairperson Charles Milupi.

Latest Elections Opinion Poll in 5 Provinces Shows None of the Presidential Candidates will get an Outright Victory

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Latest Elections Opinion Poll in 5 Provinces Shows None of the Presidential Candidates will get an Outright Victory

Political Science Association of Zambia in collaboration Faraline of the United Kingdom and Media Theory of USA have released an Opinion Poll that shows that non of the candidate getting an outright 50 + 1 % of the vote but strongly puts President Edgar Chagwa Lungu in the driving seating with a solid 40.4%. while his opposition rival Mr. Hakainde Hichilema is trailing standing at 30.33% of the poll.

The surprise performer was Socialist Part President Fred M’membe who was leading the rest of the opposition with 2.61, with Movement for Multi-Party Democracy President Nevers Mumba coming in at 2.13%, and Former Foreign Affairs Minister Harry Kalaba coming in at n 1.93%.

There was a whopping 15% that either declined to respond or remain undecided for various reasons, the target group that both major parties are likely to target as the country prepare to switch to campaign mode after the end of the National Mourning this week.

The Poll, which attracted experts such as Prof. Richard Elson from the United Kingdom, and Dr. Masauso Chirwa of Zambia, was conducted in five provinces comprising Copperbelt, Luapula, Eastern, Southern, and Western provinces.

The public polling was done to ascertain which candidate will likely win elections and was conducted by the research team comprising Dr. Masauso Chirwa, Principal Investigator Mr. Joe Nabwa and Mr. Aaron Siwale.

61.1% of respondents, who said they would vote for Mr. Edgar Lungu, gave reasons such as preservation of jobs, massive infrastructure development such as housing units for service personnel, roads hospitals, and schools. They also said President Lungu as a leader of the country, had stabilized the country despite the difficult circumstances such as droughts and the Covid-19 pandemic. Households in rural areas were pleased with government provision of social services such as Farm Input Support Programme(FISP) and Social-Cash Transfer. President Lungu’s supporters were also happy with the government revival of industries such as Kawambwa Tea Factory and Mununga Banana Factory and the holding of provincial expos and happy also happy with President Lungu’s promotion of family values.

Those that supported Mr. Hichilema stated that he was a visionary leader with a clear development plan. They also stated that Hichilema had promised to transform the country.

President Edgar Chagwa Lungu scored highest in Eastern, Luapula and Copperbelt while Mr. Hichilema scored highly in Southern and Western Provinces.

Two women detained in connection with cyber crime

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Two women detained in connection with cyber crime

Police in Mazabuka have arrested and charged the two females suspects in connection to a video circulating on social media showing two women and a male swimming while naked.

Police Deputy Spokesperson Danny Mwale has confirmed the arrest in a statement adding that the incident occurred on June 27, 2021 at around 14:30 hours at a named lodge in Magoye area.

“ The two women both of Mazabuka District have been identified as Euphemia Moya aged 22 of Ndeke Compound and Mary Sakala aged 24 of Nakambala Compound, “ said Mr Mwale.

He added that police have launched a man hunt for camera man, only identified as Cephas, and the male person captured naked in the swimming pool identified as Mulenga Chama.

The duo are currently detained in police custody and charged with the offence of obscene matters contrary to Section 59(1)(a) of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act of 2021.

7,289 beneficiaries Kasama receive Social Cash Programme funds

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7,289 beneficiaries Kasama receive Social Cash Programme funds

Government has released 2.3 million Kwacha to pay the 7,289 beneficiaries on the social cash programme in Kasama district.

Kasama District Commissioner, Kelly Kashiwa who visited Mulobola and Lwabwe catchment areas to witness the disbursement of funds to beneficiaries explains that the disbursed funds are for the May-June transfers.

ZANIS reports that Mr Kashiwa in an interview in Kasama said that the elderly, child headed households, the incapacitated and the disabled are the targeted beneficiaries.

He explained that all the categories of beneficiaries are receiving K300 bi-monthly while the disabled are each receiving K600.

He disclosed that government has also started enumerating more people to increase the number of social cash transfer beneficiaries adding that so far 2,000 people have been registered and are waiting to be cleared.

He added that government has also continued to identify more people to be enumerated and added on the programme in the district.

“We recently enumerated 2,000 and those are the ones we are working on to clean up the names and prepare their finances so that we add them on the programme, ” he said.

He also praised beneficiaries for putting to good use the money they are receiving from government.

And beneficiaries have praised government for increasing the bi monthly from K180 to K300 for other categories and from K360 to K600 for persons with disability.

One of the beneficiaries , Chota Chileshe of Mulobola area said the bi – monthly has also helped beneficiaries to live a dignified life.

“From the money we receive from government we are able to give some to people to assist us work in our farm land, we are able to buy home necessities like food and groceries, ” he said.

He explained that many beneficiaries are also using the transfers to improve their lives.

The S.C.T programme was adopted to be one of the major social protection interventions whose aim is to continuously reduce extreme poverty in Zambia.

The Program is among other social protection initiatives such as the Public Welfare Assistance Scheme (PWAS) which involves in kind transfers to the needy and the Food Program Management which is the provision of food to vulnerable households.

These programmes implemented by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) for Incapacitated households. The main aim of these programmes is to provide and promote quality social welfare services n Alleviate poverty, reduce destitution, promote family values and reducing juvenile delinquency.

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