Monthly Archives: December 2016

Russia moves to expel US diplomats in response to sanctions

The Russian foreign ministry has called for the expulsion of 35 US diplomats in response to a similar move by Washington. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the request had been made to President Vladimir Putin. The Obama administration expelled 35 Russia diplomats and their families over alleged Russian hacking during the US election campaign. Russia denies any involvement and calls ...

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ZNWL welcomes introduction of satellite cancer treatment centers

The Zambia National Women’s Lobby Group (ZNWL) has welcomed government’s decision to introduce satellite cancer treatment centers to enhance access to treatment for cancer. The organization says this is a commendable gesture as statistics have shown that women are the most affected in the country with various types of cancers which include breast cancer, cervical cancer and cancer of the ...

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Hip hop star charged with assaulting police officer after allegedly throwing speakers at crowd

Singer Trey Songz has been charged with aggravated assault and assaulting a police officer after authorities said he threw microphones and speakers from the stage during a performance at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. The Wayne County prosecutor’s office says the 32-year-old Songz, whose real name is Tremaine Neverson, is expected to be arraigned Thursday afternoon in the 36th District ...

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PF cautions ‘rebel’ party members

The ruling Patriotic Front (PF) has cautioned party members against causing confusion by calling for early intraparty elections. PF Lusaka Province Chairperson Horace Longwe says the party constitution is clear when it says such elections will only be held in 2018. Mr. Longwe says this is the same guidance President Edgar Lungu and party Secretary General Davies Mwila have given ...

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Russia vows response to US expulsions

Russia has promised to respond to the expulsion of 35 of its diplomats from Washington, amid a bitter dispute over alleged Russian interference in the recent US presidential election. A spokesman for President Vladimir Putin said the Kremlin’s reaction would cause the US “significant discomfort”. However, he hinted that Russia may wait until Donald Trump, who has played down the ...

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Stop making govt’s work difficult, Ng’oma tells opposition

Political Scientist Dr. Alex Ng’oma has discouraged opposition political parties against unnecessarily making the work of government difficult. And Dr. Ng’oma has praised the opposition for putting up a good spirit in terms of providing checks and balances more especially this year. Dr. Ng’oma is encouraging the opposition to adopt a bipartisan approach to national issues where they can join ...

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Lungu advised against ignoring emerging divisions in PF

President Edgar Lungu has been cautioned against ignoring the emerging divisions in his party the ruling PF. The Zambian Voice is concerned that if the ruling party gets divided as it appears will be, chances of governance of the Country being affected are high. Executive Director Chilufya Tayali says his organization has observed that the ruling party does in fact ...

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ATPSUZ fears Army worms will adversely affect 2016-2017 farming season

The Agriculture Technical and Proffessional Staff Union of Zambia (ATPSUZ) says Army worms and late distribution of farming inputs will adversely affect the 2016-2017 farming season. ATPSUZ President Alick Chirwa says it is for this reason that the union is calling on government to consider recruiting more extension office to help mitigate armyworms. Mr. Chirwa says there is need for ...

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Ban on Night driving will stay- Mushimba

Government has maintained that the review of the ban on night driving will not take place anytime soon. Transport and Communication Minister Brian Mushimba says government does not currently have any basis for lifting Statutory Instrument (SI) No. 76 of 2016 that restricts night driving for public buses. Mr. Mushimba says the information that government is in possession of is ...

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Zambia legend Christopher Katongo paves way for coaching option

Former Zambia captain Christopher Katongo has begun studying for his coaching badges as he considers a future career in coaching. The 34-year-old, who led his country to 2012 Africa Cup of Nations title, is still playing for Zambian top-flight side Green Buffaloes. “Now I’m still thinking about playing. But after retiring, I’ll know what I want to do next,” he ...

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