Muchinga Province Permanent Secretary Tuesday Bwalya has commended China Jiangxi International Economic and Technical Cooperation Limited a constructor, working on the Nambuluma/ Chinsali Boma access road under construction in Chinsali District for exhibiting quality works.

Dr Bwalya said the works done so far are of high quality which will stand a taste of time.

He said such works are commendable adding that he is confident that the contractor will continue exhibiting quality works throughout the project.

ZANIS reports that the Provincial PS said this yesterday during an inspection of the road works in the company of the Road Development Agency (RDA) and other government officials.

Dr Bwalya has since appealed to the contractor to expedite the works saying residents of Chinsali have suffered for many years moving on a deplorable road to and from the junction.

“Residents here move over 20 minutes to the junction on a stretch of 16 kilometers but if this road is worked on, things will change and it is easy to move,” he said.

And China Jiangxi International Economic and Technical Cooperation Limited Project Engineer Maric Kangamba assured the Provincial PS that the remaining works will be completed ahead of schedule.

Mr Kangamba said with the conducive weather pattern being experienced, works will be completed according to the time frame.

“We will also continue with the quality of works on this road, we will not disappoint the government, ” he said.

The Permanent Secretary later visited the Road Development Agency (RDA) offices where he urged RDA officials to strengthen collaborations with stakeholders to ensure consistent road maintenance across the district.

Minister of Tourism Rodney Sikumba says the government remains committed to supporting the growth of the events and tourism industry.

Mr Sikumba notes that the government will ensure that it implements policies that will contribute to the thriving of the tourism sector.

He added that the government is also using infrastructure development to improve and enhance tourism experience for both local and international visitors.

The media reports that the Minister said this in a speech read for him by Ministry of Tourism Permanent Secretary (PS) Evans Muhanga during the Members and Industry Mixer 2026 organised by the Professionals Association of Zambia (EPAZ).

Mr Sikumba disclosed that the government is using targeted interventions such as improving tourism infrastructure in key tourism destinations.

He said this is aimed at promoting Zambia as a preferred tourism destination.

Speaking earlier, Events Professionals Association of Zambia (EPAZ) Chairperson Cisanga Mwanza says the Association is committed to professionalising the sector and strengthening standards in the hosting of events in the country.

Ms Mwanza stated that EPAZ, as an Association, has positioned itself to serve as a structured interface between industry and the delivery of national events.

“We are a growing body of professionals committed to professionalising the sector, strengthening standards, and ensuring consistent, high quality delivery across events hosted in Zambia,” she said.

She pointed out that EPAZ aims to bring about accountability in the manner how events are hosted and delivered.

Ms Mwanza noted that if Zambia is to compete regionally and globally, there is need to place deliberate focus on standardisation in national event hosting.

She said EPAZ wants to ensure that quality, safety, and coordination in the hosting of events are not left to chance, but are consistently delivered at a high and predictable standard.

A second-year student at Mulungushi University has reportedly taken her own life following an argument with her boyfriend, who is also a student at another university.

According to those close to her, Mwiche Kaona is believed to have been dealing with personal challenges, including issues related to her romantic relationship.

Mwiche was widely known for her strong involvement in youth advocacy and managed a Facebook page with more than 20,000 followers, where she spoke out on issues affecting young people.

Her work focused on promoting menstrual hygiene for young girls, supporting people living with disabilities, and participating in various community and NGO-driven initiatives aimed at youth empowerment.

In 2023, she was actively involved in discussions on human rights for persons with disabilities. Her dedication and passion had positioned her as an emerging voice among young leaders, with many believing she was on a path to making a greater impact.

Authorities have since launched investigations to establish the exact circumstances surrounding her death.

Mwiche’s passing has left many in shock, particularly those who followed her work and were inspired by her efforts to uplift others.

Her death highlights the often unseen personal struggles individuals may face, even while appearing strong and committed to helping others.

One person has died while two others sustained serious injuries following a collision involving two motorbikes in Choma, Southern Province.

The accident occurred yesterday around 08:30 hours in the Madabaza area along the Namwala Road, about 102 kilometres south of Choma.

Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the incident and identified the deceased as Hostern Habila, aged 52, of Sichoba Village in Chief Macha. Habila was riding one of the motorbikes at the time of the accident.

Mr. Namalongo also identified the injured as Godfrey Munkombwe, aged 53, who was Habila’s passenger, and Justine Muchindu, the rider of the second motorbike.

He explained that the accident occurred when Muchindu failed to keep to his proper lane and collided with Habila’s motorbike.

As a result of the impact, Habila sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot, while the two injured victims were rushed to a nearby health facility for medical attention.

Police have since urged motorists and motorbike riders to observe road safety regulations, including keeping to their designated lanes, in order to prevent such accidents.

Vice-President Mutale Nalumango has dismissed as false and malicious social media claims alleging that she was involved in a helicopter accident in Eastern Province.

In a statement issued by her Press Aide Njenje Chizu, the office clarified that the Vice-President has been safely carrying out a tour of duty to assess the impact of floods in Northern, Eastern, and Luapula provinces.

Chizu condemned what he described as a growing trend of misinformation, particularly from individuals linked to opposition groups, aimed at creating the impression of discord between President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice-President Nalumango.

He also dismissed claims suggesting that the Vice-President was nearly involved in an “arranged plane crash” intended to harm her, describing the allegations as reckless propaganda that threatens national peace and security.

“At no point has there been any attempt on her life, nor has any aircraft in her entourage experienced or come close to an accident,” Chizu said.

He has since called on law enforcement agencies to take action against individuals spreading misleading information online, warning that such claims have the potential to cause unnecessary panic and instability.

Copperbelt Province Minister Elisha Matambo has urged Police officers in the province to be alert and arrest those that are creating false stories of having their body parts missing.

Speaking at a Media briefing in Ndola, Mr Matambo said those that are creating false stories of body parts missing are instilling fear amongst the people which should come to an end.

He has assured the people in the province that they are safe and that the peace being championed by President Hakainde Hichilema is still prevailing throughout the province.

Mr Matambo said the province has known and experienced peace since 2021, and that no one has experienced any brutality in the province such as being tear gassed or attacked for wearing any party regalia.

The Minister has expressed sadness that people who claim their body parts are missing, when checked are found with their body parts intact.

He added that a person was killed because of these acts, hence the need to ensure that people bringing such confusion are arrested.