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  ZCTU President Blake Mulala Declares War on Cholera: Calls for Tough Penalties and Civic Mindset Shift Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU), President, Blake Mulala, says there is need to propose strict penalties for indiscriminate littering, to help in the fight against cholera in the country.    Mr Mulala said taking this proactive stance, would help in a collective shift in mindset among citizens.  He said that this change must start at the grassroots level within communities.  "Ward councillors are key players in spearheading this crucial initiative of a collective shift in mindset among citizens," Mr Mulala said. He called for concerted efforts to combat the cholera crisis and instigate a behavioral shift towards maintaining a cleaner, healthier environment. Mr Mulala said the organization's active involvement in the fight against cholera through its affiliated unions in the health sector.  He stressed the gravity of the situation, asserting that c...

  The watchman at Maramba Cultural Village informed the Livingstone Magistrate Court that he became concerned upon hearing people speaking at the plot next to his workplace. Consequently, he decided to investigate the activities taking place at that plot. This pertains to a case where Israel Mushoke, Shah Jayendra Kumar Chianglal, and Lata Jehendra Shah face three charges, ranging from procuring the execution of documents by false pretenses to criminal trespass. It is alleged that the trio, along with unidentified accomplices, engaged in a scheme between January 1, 2022, and June 30, 2022. Operating in Livingstone, the suspects are accused of employing false pretenses and fraudulent representations to induce George Susiku Sindila, the Acting Lands Officer, to sign and execute Lease No Lt-37146 for Stand No. 3099 in Livingstone. In the second charge, they are accused of criminal trespass on Vasanti Yogesh Chikhalya's property. Israel Mushoke and Shah Jayendra Kumar Chianglal face a ...

An estate agent testified before the Livingstone Magistrate Court, stating that he was appointed to manage the property of Umesh Patel, a Zambian based in the USA, and conducted due diligence with the Ministry of Lands. Testifying before Magistrate Kahoyi Mushabati was Probby Malyango, a real estate broker from Hilltop Properties Zambia. He mentioned that Mr. Patel, based in the USA but with properties in Zambia, approached him to manage his properties, including one along Sichango Road. Mr. Malyango asserted his credentials as a bonafide real estate agent and a member of the Zambia Institute of Estate Agents. According to Mr. Malyango, in 2020 and 2021, his company was approached by Mr. Patel, who provided copies of the property titles. After conducting an assessment to verify ownership and signing a management contract, they discovered no issues with Mr. Patel's properties. However, when attempting to sell a property at the asking price of K2.5 million, they faced challenges. Des...

The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services emphasizes the need for safer sanctuaries for children, urging repentance and confession even within church walls. Acting Director of Child Development, Beatrice Muyambango, expressed concern over the unfortunate reality of child abuse occurring even in places deemed safe by the ministry. She highlighted instances of abuse in shopping malls and schools, emphasizing the necessity for collective repentance and confession. Ms. Muyambango announced a community mobilization initiative in Livingstone District, aimed at strengthening child protection through multi-sectoral coordination. She reiterated the government's high priority on children's development and well-being, citing the Children's Code Act as a crucial legislative measure. "The enactment of the Children's Law is a milestone in realizing our national vision for child development and welfare," Ms. Muyambango stated. She urged collaborative efforts ...

LIVINGSTONE District Commissioner, Eunice Nawa, announced that the social cash transfer programme in the district has received over K3 million for the 5000 active beneficiaries as part of the emergency price shock social cash transfer payments program. Ms. Nawa explained that this is a bimonthly emergency shock cash transfer to the beneficiaries of the social protection programme, aiming to cushion the lives of the vulnerable and less privileged in society. She made these remarks during the flagging off of the emergency price shock social cash transfer payments program for the beneficiaries. “Livingstone has received an amount of K3,240,800 from the government to be distributed to all beneficiaries under the social cash transfer programme in the district. Thus, marks the commencement of these payments,” she said. Ms. Nawa highlighted that after considering the prices, the government decided to implement this programme. She emphasized that the initiative aims to meet the needs of the vu...

Constitutional Court Deputy President Arnold Shilimi, standing in for Chief Justice Mumba Malila, delivered a significant announcement during the ceremonial opening of the Livingstone high court session yesterday. In a speech addressing the ongoing reforms in the judiciary, Justice Shilimi revealed that the magistrate court has undergone a substantial upgrade as part of the broader classification of subordinate courts across the nation. He highlighted that the magistrate court is now empowered to hear cases with a value of K1 million, a substantial increase from the previous threshold of K100,000. This strategic enhancement is aimed at expediting the legal process and ensuring more efficient resolution of cases. Justice Shilimi emphasized that, as a result of these reforms, matters or cases are anticipated to be concluded within a minimum of 150 days from their commencement. Underlining the commitment to reform initiated two years ago, Justice Shilimi stressed the importance of buildin...

In a historic move towards bolstering transparency and accountability, President Hakainde Hichilema has officially signed the Access to Information (ATI) bill into law, marking a significant milestone in Zambia's democratic journey. "This day further charts a new phase where the true meaning of information is power because corruption, nepotism, and bribery will, if not eliminated, be reduced as information, which is of public good, will be easily accessed by citizens," affirms Mwiya Mukumbuta, Founder/Executive Director of the Centre for Media Rights Watch and Protection of Journalists in Zambia. The triumphant realization of the ATI bill, a two-decade-long endeavor, is a testament to the relentless dedication of civil society, media, and activists. "As an organization, we join other soldiers we ran together in advocating for ATI bill enacted into law, and today is a new dawn in the pursuit of that cause which will benefit every citizen in this country," states ...