Daily Archives: April 10, 2016

Spieth leads by one as McIlroy fades

Jordan Spieth will begin the final day at the Masters with a one-shot lead but playing partner Rory McIlroy’s bid faltered on day three at Augusta. In a tough breeze, 22-year-old Spieth carded a one-over 73 to lead for a record seventh consecutive round. Smylie Kaufman will play with his fellow American on Sunday, with former champion Bernhard Langer and ...

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OYV counsels youths to guard against violent politicians

Operation Young  Vote (OYV) has reiterated the need for youths in the country to refuse being used as tools for violence ahead of this year’s general elections. Executive Director Guess Nyirenda says his organization is wary that youths usually become victims of unscrupulous politicians who use them to incite violence during election time. He says organization condemns such a practice ...

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PAZA hopeful AIB will be tabled in coming Parley sitting

The Press Association of Zambia (PAZA) is hopeful that as parliament resumes its sittings next week, it will table the Access to Information Bill. PAZA Executive Secretary Patson Phiri says Zambian media needs legislation to protect their rights to free speech. Mr. Phiri says in any democracy free speech is paramount and affords the media a chance to debate and ...

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Ngwale urges more funding towards education for the blind

Disability HIV/AIDS Human Rights Programme Director Elijah Ngwale has appealed to government to channel more resources to the education of persons with disability in the country. Mr. Ngwale wants government to do this especially for the blind. He believes that if the country is serious about getting rid of blind beggars from the streets, efforts must be made to provide ...

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Restriction of mealie meal sales are justified- ZACA

The Zambia Consumer Association (ZACA) says retailers that are restricting the sale of mealie meal amidst a countrywide shortage are justified. ZACA Information and Publicity Officer Juba Sakala says this is especially given the demand of mealie meal in the Country currently. Mr. Sakala says his association supports retail stores that are restricting buying of mealier meal to not more ...

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