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Sikazwe Looking Forward to Adoption of VAR

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Referee Jan Sikazwe says the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) in Zambia will enhance opportunities for local FIFA match officials.

Sikazwe said certification will open opportunities for match officials to go upstairs and sit on the newly introduced FIFA VAR panels Zurich currently uses during its inter-continental tournaments.

“We are even late bring it in our league because what is happening now is each association must have VAR because that is the direction FIFA is going,” Sikazwe told Sun FM’s Sports with the Boys Show.

“I recently attended a course in Rabat, Morocco last February where they told us that at this level, we are trying to teach referees about VAR but when they go back to their associations, they are back to square zero, which is not supposed to be the case.

“So if I look at the scenario here in Zambia, we will really benefit because you will find a qualified FIFA referee but they do not have VAR qualifications so they will not move up to that level because we are not using VAR.”

CAF has so far trailed the system in the final stages of its CAF Inter-Clubs competitions in 2019.

Thirteen domestic leagues, all outside Africa, have adopted the system after initially testing it in cup and playoff competitions.

Other associations have also put it on trial it their domestic cup and playoff tournaments.

Government to Shutdown Nakonde Border From Monday from the Spike of COVID-19 cases

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Government to Shutdown Nakonde Border From Monday from the Spike of COVID-19 cases

President Edgar Lungu has directed for the temporal closure of Nakonde Border effective tomorrow 11 May 2020, health minister Dr. Chitalu Chilufya has disclosed.

The closure comes after the surge in COVID-19 cases in the area and to facilitate mass screening , contact tracing and to ensure that various measures are implemented to avoid further spread of the virus into and out of Nakonde which has now become the epicenter.

Speaking during the latest update, Dr. Chilufya, therefore, said cases in Nakonde are being analyzed and validated and a comprehensive figure will be given in tomorrow’s update.

Dr Chilufya, however, disclosed that 15 new cases have been recorded in Lusaka out of the 250 tests done in the last 24 hours while 5 more discharges have also been recorded.

“The cases are 1 from Chilanga 3 from Chawama,3 are from Chipata compound, the other 3 are from the catchment area of Levi Mwanawasa hospital,1 is from Ngombe and from 3 people who traveled via Ethiopian airlines through Kenneth Kaunda International Airport,” he said.

He said cumulatively cases now stand at 267 with discharges at 170, while active cases are 143 with 7 deaths.

“With effect from tomorrow no traffic will be allowed in and out of Nakonde and please ensure that you stay at home,” Dr. Chilufya said and assured that a swift response will be done in a multisectoral approach with other line ministries to ensure that all is done effectively.

Dr. Chilufya further assured that the government is being transparent at every stage and clarified that the President is not being misled with the numbers emphasizing that numbers of cases are reported as they are received.

“We have no business playing around with numbers, we have no business of not being transparent because that does not add value to the COVID-19 response,” Dr. Chilufya said.

The Trends of of COVID 19 , not including Nakonde Spike

And Home Affairs Minister Steven Kampyongo has said that his ministry will in the course of this week deploy more officers to Nakonde district during the period of the temporary closure.

Mr. Kampyongo said that the police officers will be deployed to the district to ensure that law and order is maintained amidst of observing the public health regulations.

Mr. Kampyongo said that members of the public must cooperate with the police and to avoid been caught off guard. Mr. Kampyongo has further urged the traveling public to stay away from Nakonde during the temporal closure to avoid unnecessary inconveniences from the police.

He has since advised the residents of Nakonde to avoid unnecessary movements by staying home.

Commercial sex workers helping in COVID-19 contact tracing

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Commercial sex workers helping in COVID-19 contact tracing

Minister of Health Chitalu Chilufya disclosed that commercial sex workers have been very cooperative in giving details of all their clients in order to aid contact tracing.This was disclosed during a question and answer session at a press briefing this morning.

Big Test Awaits Dabid Chilufya at Indeni

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Time appears ripe for Dabid Chilufya to prove his mettle in coaching following his recent appointment to drill FAZ National Division 1 side Indeni.

Former Zambia international Chilufya has largely spent his coaching life as an assistant.

During his early days in coaching, he led Zesco Mansa as head coach when the team was competing in Division 1 North.

Chilufya served as deputy coach at Zesco United and Zanaco besides his stint on the Chipolopolo bench during Wedson Nyirenda’s reign.

He has now joined an ambitious Indeni side that literary lacks nothing and attracts established players.

Indeni are chasing their first return to the FAZ Super Division since 2014.

“It’s the dream of every coach to be head trainer,” Mufulira football analyst Lloyd Chota commented.

“Time has now come for Dabid Chilufya to show that he can be head coach. You all know that he served as an assistant at Zanaco and Zesco United. He has the experience now,” Chota remarked.

He, however, predicted that it won’t be easy as Chilufya takes up the challenge at Indeni Sports Complex in Ndeke, Ndola.

“Coaching in the lower division is not easy. Football in this division is tough,” Chota said.

Indeni are currently third on 46 points, just one point behind leaders Prison Leopards and Young Green Eagles who are separated on goal difference

Point of order!!! New Normal does not mean that Covid 19 has finished.

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Point of order!!! New Normal does not mean that Covid 19 has finished.

Dr Lubinda Haabazoka

The New Normal does not mean that COVID 19 has finished. The NEW NORMAL means us being able to adapt our lifestyle with this new disease!!!

For those of us who are essential workers, ours is work on the frontline! We salute medical personnel, truck drivers, police, shop keepers, bankers, farmers and all those currently during this pandemic for their heroic acts!!!

This is not a time for finger-pointing or giving up on anything!!!!

In Zambia, we can die faster of hunger than with COVID if we close down!!

Without Truck drivers, we won’t have food, fuel, warm clothes, building materials, medicines and all other things we need for our existence!!!

For those saying stop trucks from moving, Imagine what will happen it Tanzania stops moving trucks to Zambia???

The same way the Congolese depend on the Zambian route is the same way we depend on other countries’ routes!!

For once let’s sit down and look at issues from a global perspective!!

We need to adapt our way of life and continue with economic activities whilst doing everything possible to prevent COVID 19!

Nakonde is an import route for essentials in Zambia!! It also collects duty that is needed to pay health workers and also buy medicines in our hospitals!!

Even during World War II, factories operated and international trade existed!! COVID won’t limit us!!! We need to operate!

The President said he will revisit yesterday’s measures within 7 days, so we should hope that numbers don’t escalate so that we either maintain the status quo or relax more!!!

The new cases did not come about from 15:00hrs yesterday, they are before that. As new information arrives, so does the measures announced.

The problem I have observed is that we want to politicize the fight against Covid!!!

Imagine if farmers abandon their field because of COVID, what shall you eat???

It’s not about government, it’s about citizens and their livelihoods!!!

Today’s Message: Who Told You That?

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Today’s Message: Who Told You That?

Today’s Scripture

“…But I am afraidthat just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ…”
(2 Corinthians 11:3, NIV)

Who Told You That?

In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were living confident and secure with God. They knew they had His blessing and favor. But one day the enemy deceived them into eating the forbidden fruit, and immediately they were afraid. They ran and hid. When God called out to Adam, “Where are you?” Adam said, “We’re hiding because we’re naked.” God asked, “Who told you that you were naked?”

God is asking us today, “Who told you that you’re not good enough? That you’re just average? That you can’t accomplish your dreams?” Those negative thoughts didn’t come from our God. Those lies open the door to fear, insecurity, and shame. They focus on what we’re not, on the mistakes we’ve made, on what other people have said about us. Don’t let the enemy deceive you. You are a child of the Most High God. You are not average or mediocre; you are royalty. Keep your crown on.

A Prayer for Today

“Father, thank You that You have given me a crown of glory and honor and even the enemy does not have the power to take it from me. Thank You that I am covered by Your grace and made in Your image. I declare my confidence is in You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

Government must inspect and certify schools for the commencement of classes next month

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Government must inspect and certify schools for the commencement of classes next month

National Action for Quality Education in Zambia has welcomed President Edgar Lungu’s directive for examination classes to resume on June 1, 2020.

NAQEZ Executive Director Aaron Chansa said that he cautiously supports the move because no one knows when Covid-19 will end.

Mr. Chansa adds that the government must distribute masks to all pupils and teachers and ensure daily screening to protect them from the virus.

He has further urged the government to inspect and certify schools for the commencement of classes next month.

And Deputy Parliamentary Chief Whip Tutwa Ngulube has urged Members of Parliament to help in the Provision of Masks following the reopening of schools for examination classes.

Mr. Ngulube said that apart from what the government is going to provide, he will also use his resources to provide reusable masks to pupils in all the schools in Kabwe Central Constituency.

Mr. Ngulube said that even before the announcement was made to re-open schools; he had already started mobilizing masks for the people in his Constituency.

Mr. Ngulube told ZNBC news that his team is also working out measures to provide handwashing soaps and masks NOT only to the pupils but Teachers as well.

Meanwhile, the Opposition FDD has commended President Edgar Lungu for reopening schools for examination classes.

FDD Spokesperson Yotam Mtayachalo says continued closure of schools was going to undermine the education sector which is key to National Development.

Mr. Mtayachalo says his party is looking forward to the opening of the remaining classes on condition that they adhere to the health regulations.

He has however expressed concern with the difficulties that small businesses are facing in accessing the ten billion Kwacha stimulus package which has been provided by the government.

Kampyongo Warns Casino owners against turning the Gaming clubs into bars

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Kampyongo Warns Casino owners against turning the Gaming clubs into bars

Home Affairs Minister Stephen Kampyongo has warned Casino owners against turning the Gaming clubs into bars.

Mr. Kampyongo says Casinos should continue to operate as gambling places and serve their purposes rather than turning them into drinking places.

Speaking when he appeared on Radio Delight FM in Chinsali District of Muchinga Province, Mr. Kampyongo said there will be stiff punishment for those that go against President Edgar Lungu’s directive.

He also urged all those that will visit the Casinos to observe social distancing and ensure they wear face masks all the time.

Mr. Kampyongo noted that all those that go against the Presidential directive risk having their businesses suspended or their licenses revoked.

He said police and other law enforcement wings will continue with patrols day and night.

Meanwhile, the Zambia Gaming Association -ZGA- which regulates the operations of Casinos has thanked President Edgar Lungu for reopening Casinos because they are key in national development.

ZGA Chairperson Gift Simusamba says Casinos in Lusaka alone employ close to 2-thousand people and that their reopening is key for social and economic development.

Mr. Simusamba has however appealed to ZGA members who include Casinos, Sports Betting facilities and Slot Businesses to adhere to health guidelines as they resume operations.

And a check at Galaxy Casino at Lusaka’s East Park Shopping mall found management making arrangements to resume operations.

Galaxy General Manager Chris Cousins said while most Casinos were taken by surprise because they did not expect to reopen soon, they are happy with President Lungu’s move as it will help the over 2-hundred workers.

And a Check at some Bola Bet outlets found the premises opened but operations have not resumed.

Outlet Manager in Chelstone Godfrey Kasanga said the workers are waiting for further guidance from Head Office.

Psychology Of Meetings

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Psychology Of Meetings

By Dickson Jere

Once, the President asked his Vice to sit-in for him and chair cabinet meeting for few minutes. He went to take a call in his office. After an hour, he walked back to the cabinet room and only found Ministers dispersing.

“What has happened?” a visibly surprised President asked.

“The meeting is finished…” I answered.

“How?” he inquisitively questioned.

You see, Cabinet Meetings used to take long and ended with late lunch with the President. But that day, the Vice President – George Kunda, SC – did not allow any debate on agenda items unless one wanted to change position. By design, each ministry submits their view point on any agenda item in advance and everyone knows what the position of each ministry is. And so, the Vice President followed that route and constantly hit the gavel with “no debate and let us move to next item”. Within 45 minutes, the meeting which used to take about 5 hours was over!

In contrast, President Rupiah Banda allowed debate. He never expressed his position on any issue until the debate is exhausted. That way, he told me, allowed him to assess the thinking of each minister as well as their individual grasp of issues beyond the Cabinet Memorandum or “Cab Memo” as we call it.

“That way, you learn and understand your colleagues better,” he said, adding that he got that tact from President Kenneth Kaunda. He allowed them even to stray outside the agenda.

I have since followed that tact and use it in most meetings regardless of the nature – board meetings, sports, church and all. Do more of the listening and be the last to contribute unless you are the mover of a motion. That way you learn the thinking of others and the “real agenda” of the meeting. Very few decisions are actually made in meetings. There is always a caucus before the actual meeting where decisions are made and presented to the innocent meeting.

“Observe the flow of the meeting and you can tell the agenda of those who caucused,” Lawyer and Businessman late Wila Mung’omba once told me.

“Always, speak last or don’t speak at all if not sure….,” he told me, adding that the silence will always discomfort those who plotted the agenda.

Two weeks ago, the board chairman asked me thrice for my opinion on an issue I knew was predetermined. I opted to mute myself. He then adjourned the meeting to have a “tête-à-tête” with me.

“We have been given instructions by the powers that be to pass this decision..” he disclosed and admitted he did speak with few board members to solicit for advance support.
“I know…” I said and added: “I was also spoken to by the same people who called you”.

Anyway, always be observant in meetings and do not speak first on issues you have very background and context. You may be used without knowing the real agenda – these are things Chibamba Kanyama, Patrick Chisanga and Mumba Kapumpa rarely teach you during the board orientation – they concentrate on the real meat – Board Charters and Conduct of Directors.

Have a lovely Sunday

Distributed Power Africa Moves into Zambia with Solar

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Distributed Power Africa Moves into Zambia with Solar

Distributed Power Africa (DPA) has moved into Zambia to roll out hybrid solar solutions for Commercial and Industrial businesses, on a lease financing basis. The renewable energy company’s offer comes at an opportune time when the country continues to face long hours of load-shedding. In the last year, DPA has accelerated the deployment of Green energy into sub-Sahara Africa, with notable solar projects in South Africa, Kenya, Namibia and Zimbabwe.

Now the fastest growing solar energy solutions provider in Africa, the company has a pipeline of 450MW across their markets. They primarily target Commercial and Industrial customers with solar systems from 5kW to 5MW, custom designed to power wide-ranging businesses including Telecom towers, offices, schools, clinics, manufacturers, estates and mines. In the last year DPA has showcased some milestones projects for their customers, including Liquid Telecom, Schweppes, Total, UNESCO, Aga Khan Kuze and Ecobank.

Recently, the company introduced a Covid-19 Emergency Power Solution to support national health delivery institutions across sub-Sahara Africa. The company also has strategic alliances, with technical partners; Tesla, EDF (Electricite de France) and Canadian Solar.

According to Norman Moyo, CEO of DPA Africa: “Businesses in Africa are increasingly interested in affordable and reliable energy, and due to the associated financial savings and environmental dividend, the replacement of generators with solar technology is a growing trend. We have received tremendous interest from Commercial and Industrial players in Zambia, including banks, beverage manufacturers and malls, and we remain focussed on providing solar power with Lithium Ion battery technology to power up businesses efficiently.”

Although solar energy is the fastest and easiest to deploy, it is widely believed to be an expensive alternative due to the initial capital. Distributed Power Africa provides solar solutions on monthly instalments, with zero upfront investment. As part of the lease DPA takes full responsibility for engineering, procurement, installation, monitoring, maintenance, warranties and insurance, and guarantees customers zero technical risk.

PwC Zambia names Andrew Chibuye as Country Senior Partner

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PwC Zambia names Andrew Chibuye as Country Senior Partner

PricewaterhouseCoopers, one of the worlds most prestigious Professional Services firms have appointed Andrew Chibuye to head its Zambia office as Senior Country Partner effective 01 July 2020.

Mr Chibuye takes over from Nasir Ali who is retiring at the end of June.

Mr. Chibuye (37) has served the firm for sixteen and half years from Associate level all the way through Managerial ranks ending up as Associate Director and Partner.

His last role was that of Country Assurance Leader, a role he held for the last 10-months before his recent promotion to Senior Country Partner.

He has also worked for PwC London.

Mr. Chibuye is a Fellow of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) and an Associate of the Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA).

He is holder of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Alliance Manchester Business School.

And Mr Chibuye has thanked God and his friends and family for their support.

“Dear Lord..I thank you…we thank you.Dear Mainza, where would I be without you? I thank you, I love you. Dear GLC. My friends have told me that you must be proud looking down from where you are… I just wish you were here sir… rest easy sir… I thank you… we thank you. Dear Mum… our immovable pillar… I thank you… we thank you.“

“Dear Jeremy, Chanda and Chali… my people! I thank you… we thank you.. To my Pastor and friend Reverend Bruce Msidi…To my mentor… my Country Senior Partner for the last 10 years Nasir Ali…To all of you my PwC family… past and present…To all of you my friends and family… I say thank you for your support. Indeed I have stood on the shoulders of giants…I salute!!“

He continued, “We were born for a time such as this and so bh the grace of God we will do what we must so that those that come after us will testify that indeed we did what we could. I am grateful for all of your kind words my friends… I am, in equal measure, excited and humbled at the opportunity that has been granted to us… I could go on but will end here with… Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.”

Government’s Approach to the COVID-19 Fight is Detrimental to the Security of all Zambians

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Government’s Approach to the COVID-19 Fight is Detrimental to the Security of all Zambians

By Dr Nevers Sekwila Mumba President, New Hope MMD

At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, I made a statement on behalf of the New Hope Movement for Multiparty Democracy in which I stated the following:

Firstly, we pledged that the New Hope MMD shall stand shoulder to shoulder with government in the COVID-19 fight to keep the Zambian people safe. We encouraged the government to stop at nothing in ensuring that we do not allow the virus to spread as we do not have neither the capacity nor the resources to deal with a fully blown pandemic. Secondly, we stated our position that the Country needed to go on a complete lockdown for a few weeks to ensure that we keep Zambians out of any possible danger.
I wish to restate that our position remains the same today as it was then on both fronts.

On the first commitment we made, we have initiated a community based program in Kalikiliki Compound under the banner of the Zambia shall be saved foundation in partnership with the MMD to supply masks, water tanks, sanitizers and antibacterial soap. We have so far serviced one hundred households with a view of servicing two thousand households by July. We shall continue to work in this community until the country is out of danger.

On the second commitment, we have insisted that only a complete lockdown will save lives in our country. To the contrary, government has opted for half measures that in our view continue to compromise the security of the citizens of this country. A quick check, around Lusaka, one realizes that the measures being recommended by government are of no effect as many Zambians have continued with life as usual, and this was our fear thus having recommended for a total shutdown. Most of our poor brothers and sisters have no money to buy face masks and their circumstances do not allow for social distancing. We are sitting on a time bomb.

In the last Presidential address Churches were given the freedom to start meeting of course following the ministry of health guidelines. Yesterday, the president unlocked Gyms, Casinos, Restaurants and school examination classes. In the same address the President hinted that the worst of COVID-19 could still be ahead of us. He further stated that he anticipates the worst economic outlook for Zambia in the months that lie ahead. The question all Zambians are asking is, Why against such a gloomy back ground are we then opening up the country instead of tightening the reins?

While we respect the position of Government on how they wish to fight this disease, we would like to state that, this approach is detrimental to the security of all Zambians. We salute the Church which in a chorus thanked the president for allowing them to meet and yet they resolved to keep the doors of their churches closed in order to protect their flocks. We would like to strongly advise the Restaurant owners and other business houses to consider to wait for the flattening of the curve before they open up their spaces for business. We know these are not easy decisions but these are no easy times either. We must bite the bullet and wait for the waters to rescind before we jump out of the ark. Life is more precious than profit.

Today’s update on Covid 19 is one of the most horrific so far for our country. Just yesterday the Repuplican president gave the nation such assurances about the situation and went on to relax the measures that government has put in place so far to help us fight this vicious enemy.

We are concerned that firstly Nakonde which has recorded 76 cases is a very significant town to the social-economic life of our country. Many small scale and medium scale traders arrive and leave from Nakonde daily in search of a better life. These business people go to all parts of our country with their wares. This could easily mean that the virus has been transported all over our nation as it would have attached itself to all kind of material.

So we could be facing our darkest days in the months ahead.

We, in the MMD have been very consistent in advising government to lockdown the nation especially the epicenters. We have further pledged that we shall support the government in the efforts to fight this virus. It is clear that on the issue of a lockdown, we see things different. It is unfortunate that as an opposition leader I have no easy access to the President or his ministers. There is also no round table around which we can float our views for government’s consideration. Our only option is to write open letters to the President in the hope that he can somehow catch wind of it.

The president himself indicated that our worst days with CoronaVirus are ahead. In view of the forecast and todays picture, we insist that it is not too late to undertake drastic measures and reverse the relaxation of the measures. We suggest the following

1. Put the epicenters on complete lockdown until it is safe.
2. Increase daily screening and testing. Let us use the GeneXpert testing that the minister of health referred to as this is available country wide.
3. Provide all our health workers from the cleaners all the way to the hospital managers with enough and complete PPEs

As the old adage goes, a stitch in time saves 9. We have delayed to put in a stitch but still 3 stitches will save 6. We are racing against time.

It is critical that the president retakes the ship and give the nation direction.

I remain deeply disheartened at the course the fight against COVID-19 has taken. Mr President, again, please lockdown the epicenters as a matter of urgency. We further demand that both the Nakonde and Chirundu borders be closed closed.

I thank you and may God bless and protect our Nation.

Bowman Lusambo warns owners of Casinos and Restaurants

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Bowman Lusambo warns owners of Casinos and Restaurants

Lusaka Province Minister Bowman Lusambo has warned owners of Casinos and Restaurants to refrain from turning their premises into bars following their reopening by President Edgar Lungu.

Mr. Lusambo says operations of Casinos and restaurants are well outlined hence should not be transformed into bars.

He has advised owners of Casinos and restaurants that also sale alcohol to only focus on their key roles and not open the bar section.

The Minister says his office will not relent in conducting spot checks to ensure compliance levels and observance of set health guidelines in these premises.

And Mr. Lusambo has advised District Commissioners in all the Districts in Lusaka to ensure funds meant for the fight against Covid-19 are used for their intended purpose.

Meanwhile, the directive by the Livingstone City Council, compelling people to wear face masks in public places seems to have been ignored by a number of residents, particularly in markets, in the Tourist Capital.

Market committees in the district are said to be having challenges to compel traders and customers to wear face masks.

A ZNBC News crew that visited Ellaine Brittel Market found most traders conducting business without face masks.

Market Chairlady Granery Moono, says some traders are failing to wear face masks despite periodic reminders to do so.

Makwata Salutes Jesse Were

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Kenya striker John Makwata says compatriot Jesse Were played a major part in his decision to join defending FAZ Super Division champions Zesco United.

Makwata’s has made a promising start in his second coming to Zambia this January scoring three goals before the league was halted due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

The ex-Buildcon striker said he hopes to emulate the prolific forwards’ domestic and continental success at Zesco.

“He is a respected man here, thanks to the great job he has done,” Makwata told The Star Newspaper of Kenya.

“He inspired me to join and I am learning a lot from him. He has broken records here and I feel the pressure to perform just like him.”

Meanwhile, Were has scored 12 league goals this season and is three goals behind leader in the 2019/2020 FAZ Golden Boot race Cameroonian Baba Basile of Lusaka Dynamos.

The defending league champions are currently fifth on the log on 24 points, four points behind leaders Forest Rangers with nine games left to play since the season was suspended in mid-March.

COVID-19 Cases Explode in Nakonde , with 79 new cases out of 170 Tests

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COVID-19 Cases Explode in Nakonde , with 79 new cases out of 170 Tests

Health Minister Dr. Chitalu Chilufya has declared Nakonde District as the new COVID-19 epicenter following the explosion of new cases in the district. The 76 new cases, out of 170 tests done in Nakonde, marks the highest number of new COVID-19 cases record in a district since the detection of the disease in Zambia.

Briefing the media today, Dr. Chitalu also announced that 3 COVID-19 deaths have been recorded while the country has also an additional 9 new cases out of 346 test, to bring the total to recorded 85 new cases, with 1 recovery in the last 24 hours.

Dr. Chilufya added that the cases involve 26 truck drivers, among them 18 Tanzanians, 13 being workers at lodges and commercial sex workers, and 31 immigration staff among others.

Dr Chilufya disclosed that the first death was recorded from an 82-year-old patient of Nampundwe who had a stroke but was subjected to COVID-19 tests which came out positive. He said the second case is of a 30-year-old female from Ngombe compound who tested positive but was suffering from the chronic liver condition while the 3rd case is from a patient from Ndola who was investigated for tuberculosis and presented to the hospital and was swabbed and also tested positive for COVID-19.

Dr. Chitalu also said that the 9 cases are from 346 tests done in Lusaka out of which the deaths came from bringing the cumulatively cases to 252, 112 recoveries, 133 active cases, and 7 deaths.

The Minister said the cases recorded in Nakonde came from mass testing which was necessitated by a couple from the Copperbelt who tested positive after coming from the border town.

Dr. Chilufya further said 650 cases from Nakonde are being analysed today and said all measures have since been intensified to avoid further community spread in the district and also appealed to the citizenry to avoid traveling to and from Nakonde.

“Key guidelines remain the same. avoid unnecessary travels and enhance hygiene in the midst of the gradual retain to normalcy and be adherent to the public health guidelines” he urged.

Dr. Chilufya said the ministry has instituted stringent border control measures and those who will be coming from Nakonde will be subjected to the 14 days mandatory quarantine at their own cost.

He said Chinsali will have a 300-bed  quarantine facility  and assured that the government will be able to handle the surge in cases in the area.

“In averting a public crisis and allowing the economy to run this summons all of us to observe strictly the public guidelines as given by President Edgar Lungu in his national address,” Dr.Chilufya said.

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