Daily Archives: December 11, 2015

Barca look to retain La Liga lead

Barcelona are likely to jet off to the Club World Cup with a narrow lead at the top of La Liga but the Spanish and European champions could find themselves playing catch up when they return from Japan. With just over a third of the season played, coach Luis Enrique’s team are two points clear of second-placed Atletico Madrid, with ...

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ZESCO restores power following blackout

Eight out of ten of the country’s provinces were last night plunged into total darkness following a system disturbance at Kariba North Bank power station. Only Southern and Western provinces remained with electricity as they are supplied by Victoria Fall power station. ZESCO Spokesperson Henry Kapata says electricity supply has been restored to Copperbelt,Lusaka, north western and central provinces. Mr. ...

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Nevers hails adoption of 50% plus 1

The opposition Movement for Multi Party Democracy (MMD) has predicted a re-run in the 2016 presidential election following the passing of the 50 percent plus one vote clause by parliament. Addressing a media briefing in Lusaka this morning, MMD President Dr. Nevers Mumba notes that the outcome in Parliament this morning is due to sustained pressure on the PF to ...

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Chawama basic sch Head teacher nabbed for money laundering

The Drug Enforcement Commission has arrested a 56-year-old Head Teacher of Chawama Basic School in Lusaka for money laundering involving over K100, 000. Evelyn Mubanga Chitalu, 56, the Head Teacher of Chawama Basic School in Lusaka has been arrested and charged for theft by public servant, destroying of evidence and money laundering contrary to the Laws of Zambia. It is ...

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MPs pass constitution bill in overnight debate

Members of Parliament debated all night long into today, clause by clause the constitution amendment bill number 17 of 2015 before passing the bill with amendments. The Members of Parliament had to debate the constitution bill the whole night into today following a motion moved by Vice President for the house to adjourn sine die upon completion of all business ...

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Lamela hat-trick earns Spurs win

Erik Lamela scored a first-half hat-trick to ensure Tottenham topped Europa League Group J in style with a convincing victory over Monaco. The Argentine playmaker, 23, expertly placed all three of his goals beyond visiting keeper Danijel Subasic, who had a night to forget. Monaco’s consolation came when Stephan El Shaarawy curled in from 25 yards. But Tom Carroll’s neat, ...

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Absent Adele dominates BBC Music Awards

Pop star Adele has dominated the second BBC Music Awards, winning best British artist and best live performance. The singer could not attend the ceremony, but sent a message saying: “That’s amazing. I’ve only just put out new music. I’m so chuffed.” Irish singer Hozier won song of the year for the dramatic ballad Take Me To Church – the ...

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HRC concerned POA has continued to be a source of conflict

The Human Rights Commission (HRC) is concerned that the application of the Public Order Act has continued to be a source of conflict and violence in the country. Commission Chief Information, Education and Training Officer, Mweelwa Muleya says there is need for the political parties and Police to adhere to the provisions of the Public Order Act. Mr. Muleya notes ...

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TPAZ opposes suspensions on forest concessions

The Timber Producers Association of Zambia (TPAZ) has opposed the suspension of the issuance and renewal of forest concession licenses announced by Lands Minister Christabel Ngimbu. TPAZ President Charles Masange says development of new forest regulations is administrative which should not disturb revenue collection by government, foreign earnings by the timber producers and should not contribute to the depreciation of ...

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Mwila constitutes probe in underage NRC issuance

Home Affairs Minister Davies Mwila says he has constituted a team of investigators to look into reports that underage people are being issued with National Registration Cards in certain provinces in the ongoing mobile issuance exercise. Mr. Mwila has told QFM News that he is aware of reports that some political players are conniving with parents to take their underage ...

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