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Kanidu Points Out Nkana’s Continental Malaise

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Coach Kelvin Kaindu has blamed Nkana’s dismissal in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage on inexperience.

Kalampa were on Wednesday thumped 2-0 by Moroccan side Raja Casablanca in their second CAF Confederation Cup Group D match at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola.

This loss came a week after Nkana were beaten 3-0 by Egyptian club Pyramids in the opening Group D match in Cairo.

Nkana remain rooted at the foot of Group D with no points.

In a post-match media conference, Kaindu said the Nkana squad lacks experience and depth.

“We are lacking experience for us to play in the Confederation Cup. If you look at the squad that we have, I think first of all we don’t have depth. I think we have been using the same players that are playing both in the Confederation Cup and the local league,” Kaindu said.

“If you saw both goals that we gave away we were in possession maybe just the poor technique we failed to manage and control the ball. And Raja with the experience that they have they managed to get the two goals,” he said.

Kaindu said North African teams have maintained their superiority over Zambian clubs because they are well organised on and off the pitch.

Meanwhile, Pyramids stayed top of Group D after beating Namungo of Tanzania 2-0 in the other group match.

Mutundo Stars Stay Top of Copperbelt Div 1

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Revived Mutondo Stars stayed top of the FAZ Copperbelt Division One table following a 2-2 draw against Jumulo FC in a midweek rescheduled match at Garden Park Stadium in Kitwe

Mutondo rallied in this delayed Week One match to salvage a point from the Kitwe derby.

The match came just 48 hours after Mutondo edged Jumulo 1-0 in the reverse fixture played at Garden Park Stadium.

Strikers Chisha Kampamba and Chataba Kabole were the scorers for Mutondo after Kunda Musonda gave Jumulo a sixth minute lead.

Mutondo were heading for a double when Jumulo equalised minutes away from the final whistle.

Both teams have 24 points but Mutondo Stars have a superior goal difference over Jumulo.

Meanwhile, Mutondo’s next fixture is against Mufulira Police on Sunday in Kitwe.

Elsewhere on Wednesday, there were wins for Ndola United, Luanshya United and Young Power.

FAZ Copperbelt Division One – Rescheduled Week 1 Results

Mufulira United 0-0 Miseshi Blues Stars

Zambezi Portland 0-0 Kalulushi Modern Stars

Jumulo 2-2 Mutondo Stars

Roan United 0-2 Police Blue Eagles

Ndola United 1-0 Young Nkana

Luanshya United 3-1 Konkola Mine Police

Copperbelt Buffaloes 0-1 Young Power

Chingola Police 2-1 Mufulira Blackpool

Suspend Comprehensive Sexuality Education until stakeholders reached consensus

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Suspend Comprehensive Sexuality Education until stakeholders reached consensus

The Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia(EFZ) has called for the suspension of Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) until stakeholders reached consesus on the subject.

EFZ Acting Executive Director, Bishop Andrew Mwenda expressed dismay that a directive by the Vice President Hon. Inonge Wina to constitute a technical working committee has not been made or respected.

The Church has insisted that CSE must be withdrawn completely and in its place a family-centred sexuality education approach that secures Zambia’s posterity and respects tradition and culture must be quickly drafted.

He said it was clear that various parts of the programme that were deemed harmful were being implemented.
He said schools were teaching CSE and the public were being bombarded with radio adverts aggressively promoting the use of contraceptives by adolescents, without encouraging abstinence.

EFZ said that while it is observed that in the early process of piloting the CSE programme in Zambia, direct references to sexual orientations such as homosexuality were resisted by participants and therefore removed, EFZ maintains that the programme remained harmful as it promoted a sexual liberal ideology and EFZ was concerned about the subtle and pervasive integration of this into other subject matter.

Bishop Mwenda said CSE should be withdrawn immediately from schools until consesus was reached.

UPND will take care of all those who worked faithfully worked with Sata and have been discarded by PF

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UPND will take care of all those who worked faithfully worked with Sata and have been discarded by PF

UPND Deputy Secretary General for Politics Patrick Mucheleka says Minister of Defence , Davies Chama’s remarks on Former Republican Vice President Dr Guy Scott clearly reveals his ignorance on the Country’s history.

Speaking during the press briefing held at the Party Secretariat this morning, Mr Mucheleka advised Mr Chama to read the country’s political history in order for him to fully appreciate the enormous contributions that Dr Scott has made to the country’s democratic growth.

Mr Mucheleka charges that the disparaging remarks against former Republican Vice President and newly appointed UPND Chief Consultant, Dr Scott by Mr Chama was also a clear indication that the Defence Minister has no understanding of the PF’s foundation.

He noted that history was rife with Dr Scott’s numerous contributions to Zambia’s politics, saying the MMD’s first Mpika Central MP had an inseparable connection with the PF founding Father, late Michael Chilufya Sata.

“You can’t claim to love late Sata without loving Guy Scott. Guy Scott and Sata are synonymous. Guy Scott gave direction in 2011, 2015 and 2016 and this time around, he has given direction and this direction is ‘Zambia, Forward!’,” he said.

He wondered how Mr Chama and the PF expected Dr Scott to take leave from politics and rest when the ruling party has ravaged the country’s economy.

“How does Mr Chama expect Dr Scott to rest when the PF has mismanaged this country? Look at Simon Zukas! In his 90s, he’s still chairman of OCIDA. How can Mr Zukas keep quiet when this country has been destroyed by these ba Mwankoles?” asked Mr Mucheleka.

“It is clear that all those that fought with Mr Sata faithfully have all been discarded and UPND will take care of all those who contributed to the development of this Country”, said Mr Mucheleka.

Health Minister says Government has made progress in getting COVID-19 Vaccine

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Health Minister says Government has made progress in getting COVID-19 Vaccine

Government says it has made tremendous progress in acquiring the covid 19 vaccine in the country and is awaiting cabinet approval.

Health Minister Dr Jonas Chanda said government has since continued to engage stakeholders in the country to ensure transparency in acquiring and roling out the vaccine.

He has reiterated that the procuring of the covid 19 vaccine will be transparent.

Dr Chanda however said that the covid 19 is a revolving pandemic and some countries are recording increased cases of cold season.
He has reiterated the importance of prevention in the country and has since called on the public to play their role in preventing the virus.
He said people should no relent on the prevention measures against covid.

Dr Chanda has disclosed that today has marked one year since the first two cases of covid19 were recorded in the country.
He disclosed that the country has recorded over 85, 889 total number of cases.

“Our response over the past year has focused on an eight pronged strategy: Surveillance and case finding; Case management; Infection prevention and control; Risk communication and community engagement; Laboratory diagnosis; Logistics and supply chain management; Appropriate competent and adequate workforce; and Routine essential health services,” said Dr. Chanda.

“This year we are scheduled to add a ninth aspect to the response strategy in the form of the COVID-19 vaccination programme, once it receives cabinet approval,” he added.

He was speaking today when he updated the nation on the current COVID-19 situation in the country.

Dr. Chanda further said the country has recorded 387 new cases out of 6,381 tests conducted in the last 24 hours indicating 6% positivity.
He further said that the country has also recorded 5 new deaths and 70 discharges in the same period.

HEA names 5 universities illegally operating as Higher Education Institutions

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HEA names 5 universities illegally operating as Higher Education Institutions

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has disclosed that 5 universities are illegally operating as Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the country, contrary to the provisions of the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013.

In a statement Authority Corporate Communications Officer, Boniface Musoba has since named the Universities as

  1. Elpalate University in Lusaka,
  2. Landmark University in Lusaka,
  3. Shalome University in Kitwe,
  4. Shaphat University in Lusaka, and
  5. Yesbud University in Lusaka.

Mr Musoba said the notice has been issued pursuant to Part IV Section 15 (1) of the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013, which states that a person shall not operate a private HEI unless the private HEI is registered under this Act.

“HEA has been made aware that some of the aforementioned institutions are fraudulently issuing financial aid to unsuspecting members of the general public in order to recruit them,” He said.

Mr Musoba further strongly warned the general public not to enrol in any private institution that is not registered with the Authority.
He also disclosed that Melburn Institute of Applied Sciences is offering illegal degrees.

Mr Musoba added that the notice has been issued pursuant to Statutory Instrument No. 25 of 2016 Part III Paragraph 10 (1) which states that the proprietor of an HEI shall not offer Learning Programmes (LPs) for which it is not accredited.

UPND massively slashes Nomination fees for others positions, but aspiring MPs to still pay K 5 000

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UPND massively slashes Nomination fees for others positions, but aspiring MPs to still pay K 5 000

The United Party for National Development (UPND) has slashed the nomination fees for people wanting to stand on the party ticket after criticism from the section of the society that the party had the highest nomination fees in the country.

The fees reduction include Councillors (rural) K50 from initial K300, Councillors (urban)-K150 from initial K300, Council Chairpersons (rural)-K1, 000 from the initial K2, 000 and Council Chairpersons (urban)-K1, 500 from initial K5, 000.

However, the party said that the fee for MPS will remain pegged at K 5 000, and through its deputy secretary general for Political Affairs, said that those who paid the initial fees prior to the downward adjustments would be refunded.

Meanwhile, UPND Secretary General, Batuke Imenda has assured youths in Zambia of a better life under President Hakainde Hichilema’s leadership.

And Mr Imenda says the Party is aware of issues affecting Zambians especially youths who despite having skills and education attained have been left on the streets without jobs.

Speaking during the press briefing held at the party Secretariat yesterday morning, Mr Imenda said testimonies by youths and retirees are real and need a government that has the interest of people at heart .

” President Hakainde Hichilema’s experience in politics has revealed his dream and vision to serve the people of Zambia and protect the country’s economy from total collapse.

Mr Imenda, after welcoming ambassadors of change expressed sadness that the hard economic tide in the country has forced majority of youths to abuse of alcohol and drugs.

He told the youths that President Hichilema did a lot as a youth because government at that time facilitated and created a conducive environment for him to develop his career.

” He feels indebted to the people of Zambia and therefore wants the youths to have the same opportunity he had when he gets into office.” said Mr Imenda.

He assured the youths that hope and help was on the way and that President Hichilema was more than ready to deliver the country from suffering and misery.

“To the youths, don’t despair because Bally, our Moses, is coming to give you quality education and health care. Those with skills will venture into entrepreneurship while graduates will have jobs after their training,” he said.

Mr Imenda, also accused the Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) of deliberately frustrating aspirants who have been made to spend days on the queue at the ECZ offices.

Cletus Chama: We Must Make Chipolopolo’s Fans Happy

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Midfielder Cletus Chama is delighted to be back in the Chipolopolo fold and is looking forward to doing his bit in next week’s must-win 2021 AFCON Group H qualifiers.

The midfielder together with his club mate, Tanzanian  champions Simba SC,  Larry Bwalya are the first of  the sixteen foreign call-ups to arrive for the March 25 home date against Algeria and March 29 away fixture in Harare to play Zimbabwe .

Bwalya and Chama joined the domestic based call-ups on Thursday who are entering their second week of training camp in Lusaka building-up to the crucial final two qualifiers.

“Yes these games are crucial but what we believe is nothing is impossible. We just need to be focused, we need to be united, and we need to dedicate ourselves to make sure our nation is happy,” Chama   said.

Chama returns to the Chipolopolo fold for the first time since November 2019 when he featured in the first leg fixtures of this months’ games.

Zambia lost 5-0 away to Algeria and was beaten 2-1 at home by Zimbabwe a year-and-a-half ago.

“I have come with a lot of happiness and motivation and I am looking forward to what the coach has planned and I will also put in my best as an individual,” Chama said.

Chipolopolo are bottom of Group H with 3 points, one behind third positioned Botswana.

Zimbabwe is second on 5 points while Algeria has 10 points and has qualified to defend their title in Cameroon with two matches to spare.

Chishimba Kambwili unreservedly apologises to President Edgar Lungu

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Chishimba Kambwili unreservedly apologises to President Edgar Lungu

Leader of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chishimba Kambwili has unreservedly apologised to President Edgar Lungu for issuing damaging remarks towards the Head of State.

Speaking during media briefing this morning, Mr. Kambwili unreservedly apologised to the Head of State and his family for remarks made in the past.

“The issue I am going to tackle this morning is one that Reverand (Serge K Changa) has been talking to me about and wanted to see this issue and other issues surrounding this are resolved amicably…., one of the people that I should also recognise, pertaining to this issue is the late Father Chilinda, may his soul rest in peace, what I am going to say today is what Fr. Chilinda wanted to see,” he said.

“Let me start by saying is that I am a Christian like many of the Zambians who believe in truthful, reconciliation and forgiveness, during my self imposed political hibernation I have reflected on a number of issues that I thought I should address today,” he added.

Mr. Kambwili specifically singled out a press briefing he held where he questioned the association of President Edgar Lungu and Mr Valden Findlay.

“As many of you maybe aware, our offices as politicians are viewed as voices of the people and a lot of information verified and unverified is passed on to us. In about August, September 2019 my office was availed with some complaints and at that time I thought it is only right that I bring this information to the public. I have however realized that I should have cared enough to engage the people involved or even take time to verify the raw information that came to my attention in the line of my political duty as an opposition leader,” he stated.

“Having said this, I want to unreservedly apologise to the President of the Republic of Zambia Mr Edgar Chagwa Lungu for the misunderstanding that he is a drug dealer as insinuated by some sectiond of the media then. I shall be also be quick to mention that at know time did I verify the information I was given regarding Mr Valden Findlay who I also unreservedly apologise to.”

Mr. Kambwili said that in October last year he tendered an apology to the Head of State and thinks it is his duty to once more clear the matter which in his view has created a lot of tension among the involved persons.

“It is only right that we flip a new page as a sign of brotherly love and genuine reconciliation. Further let tender my apology to the immediate families of His Excellency the President Mr Edgar Changwa Lungu and Mr Valden Findlay who could have been directly or indirectly affected by my statement.” He said
He added that ordinary he would have quietly approached the aggrieved persons privately because the matter has been in public domain he thought it is only right that he uses the same medium he used then to share this information.

“My prayer is that His Excellency Mr Edgar Changwa Lungu and Mr Valden Findlay find it in their hearts to forgive me. I am however reminded by the Zambian singer Ephraim’s song ‘ndi muntufye, limo limo naine ndanaka’ to error is human and to forgive is divine…… I tender this apology, without any prejudice or malice” He said.
Meanwhile Mr Kambwili has announced to the NDC general membership that at an appropriate time time, the membership will be told the party’s political direction after the failed alliance with the UPND.

President Lungu mourns President Tanzanian President John Magufuli

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President Lungu mourns President Tanzanian President John Magufuli

President Edgar Lungu says he has learnt of the untimely death of President Tanzanian President John Magufuli with a deep sense of shock and sorrow.

And President Lungu says the late Tanzanian leader was a good friend of his.

President Lungu has described Dr Magufuli as an outspoken, fearless, and practical modern African leader who made the world pay attention for his unconventional leadership as he transformed Tanzania.

He has extended, on behalf of the Government and People of Zambia and on his own behalf, sincere condolences to the Government and People of the United Republic of Tanzania, as well as the bereaved family on the great loss of the prolific son of Africa.

The President says the untimely death of President Magufuli will forever be painfully etched in the collective memory of the People of the United Republic of Tanzania for his selflessness resolve to bring about socio economic transformation and prosperity t
his countrymen.

President Lungu says on the regional front, President Magufuli will be remembered for his immense contribution towards the growth of the Southern African Development Community -SADC- through his recent Chairmanship of the regional body.

President Lungu further says Dr. Magufuli was equally passionate about the promotion of the Swahili language throughout the SADC region and would go out of his way to teach fellow Presidents the Swahili language during meetings.

And in his message of condolences to Tanzania’s Vice-President, SAMIA Hassan Suluhu, President Lungu stated that the Zambian Government will continue to cherish the friendship the two countries shared which served to further enhance the relations between Zambia and Tanzania.

And President Lungu has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the President of the Republic of South Africa, CYRIL RAMAPHOSA on the passing of King Goodwill Zwelithini of the Zulu nation, who died on 12th March 2021.

The President has paid glowing tribute to His Majesty, being the eighth and longest serving Zulu monarch for his dedication and commitment to rural Community development.

President Lungu says King Zwelithini will particularly be remembered for creating initiatives in the fight against HIV and AIDS in South Africa, as was illustrated by the work of the Bayede Foundation Trust that His Majesty founded in 2006.

The President recalls that the King was an ardent campaigner for the well-being of his subjects through various programmes, including the fight against poverty, the promotion of education and decent health care systems.

This is contained in a statement to ZNBC News by president lungu’s special assistant for press and public relations, Isaac Chipampe.

Street lighting project in Livingstone stalls

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Livingstone City Council (LCC), says it is struggling to raise K600 thousand for the completion of the street light project which has stalled since 2013.

The Council initiated the street light project when Zambia and Zimbabwe co-hosted the 20th Session of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), General Assembly.

LCC Public Relations Manager, Melvin Mukela said the street light project was abandoned by the contractor, Ketrom Enterprises, after failure to meet its obligations.

Speaking during a briefing in Livingstone today, Mr. Mukela explained that the contractor failed to install 10 electricity poles, thirteen fittings, three core cable, two distribution boxes and 2,700 metres of armoured cable.

He said the project would have been completed if the contractor had installed the stated items.

“This state of affairs was disturbing, so we engaged the contractor and resolved to terminate the contract in 2019, when we established that he would not manage to complete the project,” Mr. Mukela said.

Mr. Mukela said a budget of K600, 000 was then made in 2020, for the council to take over and complete the project.

He however disclosed that the council has had a reduced financial base due to the COVID-19 pandemic making it a challenge to complete the street lighting project.

“We should have started working on the street lights but our financial base has really gone down due to the effects of COVID-19. This is because most of the hotels and lodges have closed down and are failing to pay property rates to the council, hence, we are limping and we are failing to raise the money to complete the project,” he said.

“In spite of the circumstances, we shall work hard as the council to find resources to finance the project. We wish to assure members of the public in Freedom Ward that it is in our plan to complete the project as soon as possible,” he said.

Efforts to get a comment from the contractor, Ketrom Enterprises failed, as the number listed on their social media platform is for a former employee who opted to remain anonymous and claimed the enterprise had been closed, due to financial problems.

ZANIS reports that the street light project on Botswana Road was initially funded by government and was set to be completed ahead of the 20th Session of the UNWTO General Assembly which took place in Livingstone and Victoria Falls Town, in August 2013.

The Botswana Road spans a stretch of 6.3 kilometres and links Livingstone/Kazungula Road to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport.

My Focus is not on the Next Elections, but on ways to Make Zambia a more Prosperous

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My Focus is not on the Next Elections, but on ways to Make Zambia a more Prosperous

President Edgar Lungu says his focus is not on the next elections, but on ways to make Zambia a more prosperous country amidst various unforeseen challenges. The President notes that there is need for Zambians to remain assertive as a nation of faith and hope to succeed.

Speaking when he officiated at the Patriotic Front Lusaka provincial conference,the head of state called on all Zambians to unite against destructive forces such as tribalism in order for the country to continue on its developmental path.

And President Lungu has assured that he will not be destructed from working to develop Zambia and deliver the developmental promises even in the midst of unforeseen challenges such as Covid-19 but called for collective efforts to defeat it to create a prosperous nation.

He said the PF remains committed, strong and united to transform the nation despite various challenges which the party has overcome even amidst temptation to break up.

He said the PF has faced challenges before but succeeded and has continued to be popular and making Zambia a better place through unprecedented development which is incomparable to any other political party in the country’s history.

“People are privately appreciating what we are doing. When you ask them, they will say the PF is working but dont tell them” President Lungu said and added that “those that hate you, will not proclaim your goodness”.

“PF cares for you and as President, I care for you” the head of state assured and promised to continue working to fulfil what has not yet been achieved.
Meanwhile, President Lungu called for sobriety, love, and respect among party members and the need for the greater good of the party to override personal ambitions and interests.

He called for the elections to be as democratic as possible and encouraged for continued intraparty democracy to thrive and be an example for other political parties to learn from.

“The winners should embrace the vanquished” the head of state emphasized.

And PF Secretary General Hon Davies Mwila thanked the head of state for his sound leadership which has made the party popular and attractive as evidenced by the overwhelming response from members to contest in various elective positions.

Chipolopolo Hosts Sierra Leone in Friendly

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Chipolopolo has secured an international friendly date against Sierra Leone in the build-up to their AFCON 2021 Group H qualifiers against Algeria and Zimbabwe.

FAZ General Secretary Adrian Kashala said that the friendly match will be played in Lusaka on March 22.

“Sierra Leone will make a stopover in Lusaka en-route to Lesotho where they will face that country in Group L of the AFCON qualifier match on 27 March,”Kashala said.

The game will be a 21h00 kickoff and will be played at National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka.

Chipolopolo will host defending AFCON champions Algeria at the same venue on March 25 at 21h00 in their final Group H home match.

Thereafter Zambia will travel to Harare to play Zimbabwe in their closing Group H qualifier.

Chipolopolo are bottom of Group H with 3 points, one behind third positioned Botswana.

Zimbabwe are second on 5 points while Algeria have 10 points and have qualified to defend their title in Cameroon with two matches to spare.

Rotary-led Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia awarded US$6 million to reduce burden of malaria in heavily affected districts

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Rotary-led Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia awarded US$6 million to reduce burden of malaria in heavily affected districts

To help end a leading cause of illness and death in the southern African country of Zambia, a Rotary club-led initiative aims to save and improve lives by empowering community health workers to test, diagnose and treat malaria.

Malaria, a preventable disease caused by a parasite spread through the bites of infected mosquitoes, disproportionately affects children under the age of five and pregnant women in rural populations.

To help end malaria in Zambia, The Rotary Foundation, World Vision USA and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will each contribute $2 million for the Rotary-led Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia program. This $6 million program will add 2,500 community health workers to the national health system in Zambia, allowing for effective malaria diagnosis and treatment for more than 1.3 million people in ten of the most highly affected districts in Central and Muchinga provinces.

“By empowering community health workers, more people in areas with little to no access to health care will now be reached by trusted members of their communities,” said Bill Feldt, member of the Rotary Club of Federal Way in Washington, USA, who spearheaded the program. “This proven health care delivery model is effective and financially sustainable, and will bring lasting protection by reducing and eliminating this disease at the local level.”

Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia takes Rotary members’ commitment to eliminate malaria to the next level by building a longer-term, multi-stakeholder partnership on the ground in Zambia with the National Malaria Elimination Centre, provincial health leadership, PATH MACEPA and World Vision Zambia. Martha Lungu, executive director for Malaria Partners Zambia, an affiliate of Malaria Partners International, and member of the Rotary Club of Ndola (Zambia) said, “Every day I witness firsthand the effects of malaria. This program demonstrates that Rotary members are true partners in our communities and are focused on supporting community health workers to help loosen the grip malaria has on the Zambian people.”

Partners for a Malaria-Free Zambia is the first awardee for Rotary’s Programs of Scale grant. In an annual competitive grant process, The Rotary Foundation, Rotary’s philanthropic arm, will award $2 million to an evidence-based program that aligns with one of Rotary’s causes and has the capability for scaling-up to help more people. The programs are sponsored by Rotary members in collaboration with local communities and partner organizations.

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“Rotary’s Programs of Scale is encouraging our members to think big and to work with other organizations to find comprehensive solutions to large-scale issues,” said K.R. “Ravi” Ravindran, Trustee Chair of The Rotary Foundation. “The power of Rotary is greatly magnified when we partner with like-minded organizations. As we’ve learned from our global effort to eradicate polio, our impact on communities is further augmented when compatible partners contribute their own specialized skills, talents and finances to support our efforts.”

“Rotary members bring unparalleled energy and dedication to global health challenges. Their efforts have brought polio eradication within reach, and I am confident they will do the same in the fight against malaria,” said Philip Welkhoff, Director of the Malaria Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. “This project complements and builds upon the leadership of the Government of Zambia in working to eliminate malaria from the country. We are thrilled to expand on our longstanding partnerships with Rotary and World Vision to advance progress in hard-to-reach communities and to realize the goal of ending malaria for good.”

“We are pleased to partner with both The Rotary Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on this important work to help end malaria in Zambia,” said Edgar Sandoval Sr., president and CEO of World Vision U.S. “When we bring impact-focused organizations together, we can do more to help the world’s most vulnerable reach their potential.”

Beating of Zambia Police Officers by Suspected UPND cadres saddens SACCORD

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Beating of Zambia Police Officers by Suspected UPND cadres saddens SACCORD

The Southern African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (SACCORD) is disheartened and regrets the acts of violence witnessed on commemorating Youth Day between suspected cadres belonging to the opposition United Party for National Development (UPND) and officers from the Zambia Police Service (ZPS).

In a statement, SACCORD, Executive Director Boniface Cheembe says it is extremely concerned with what appears to be an increasing culture of disrespect and intolerance on the mandates of stakeholders in the governance process of the country.

“One may not always agree with the ZPS, however, it is disturbing to see citizens or cadres beat up ZPS officers and thereby send a wrong message to the public that when in disagreement with law enforcement officers it is okay to exchange punches,” he said.

He added that the usage of violence through physical force for anyone stakeholder to get what they want does not help Zambia’s democracy or peace in any way as the results tend to be injury and harm to people.

“This is evidenced by the injury to both the police officers and suspected UPND cadres which results in trauma on their part.”

He has since appealed to political party leaders in the country to prevail over their cadres to desist from engaging in acts of violence and to ensure that they respect the mandate of all stakeholders in the governance process of the country.

“We hope that the disturbing scenes witnessed on the Copperbelt will not repeat themselves as the nation builds momentum towards the 2021 general elections. We also appeal to the ZPS and opposition political parties to dialogue and address any misunderstandings peacefully as conflicts can become violent conflicts when there are not enough platforms for dialogue and disagreement.”

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