Daily Archives: October 24, 2014

FODEP hails credibility of ECZ in 50 years

The Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) says the credibility of the country’s electoral system is one of the proud achievements Zambia attained in the last 50 years. Executive Director Macdonald Chipenzi says the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has over the last 50 years presided over elections which have resulted in the smooth transition of power. In an interview with ...

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Britain’s Elizabeth congratulates Zambia

Queen Elizabeth the Second has congratulated President Michael Sata on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Zambia’s independence. In her congratulatory message to President Sata, Queen Elizabeth says she has fond memories of her visits to Zambia in 1947 and 1979, and is delighted that the Princess Royal and the Earl of Wessex were able to visit recently. The ...

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Zambia turns 50

Zambia has today Friday the 24th of October turned 50 years of Independence from colonial rule. The 50 years of independence which also has a biblical meaning and sense of for the Christians Jubilee has been observed in the country with praise and thanksgiving to God for the peace, prosperity and unity that the country has been enjoying in the ...

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NGOCC cautiously welcomes release of draft constitution

The Non Governmental Organizations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC) says it will be premature for them rejoice over the release of the final draft constitution by government until when they have seen the document. NGOCC Board Chairperson Beatrice Grillo has told QFM News in an interview that there is nothing to be excited about following the release of the final draft constitution. ...

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