Category: News Update
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The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has noted the significant role that the media play in exposing corruption cases.
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has noted the significant role that the media play in exposing corruption cases. ACC Director General Thom Shamakamba said the media plays the role of watchdog in society and also helps to create public awareness against corruption. Mr Shamakamba explained that media personnel are therefore expected to be more proactive and…
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Northern Province PS urges farmers to take advantage of the good climatic conditions in the province at 1st Quarter 2024 PDCC Meeting.
Northern Province PS urges farmers to take advantage of the good climatic conditions in the province at 1st Quarter 2024 PDCC Meeting. Northern Province Permanent Secretary, Bernard Mpundu, has urged farmers in the province to take proactive measures and safeguard their maize crop. Mr Mpundu said people should ensure that they keep enough food for…
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Govt to complete all stalled projects in Nsama
Government to Complete All Works on Stalled Projects in Nsama District By Geoffrey Phiri Government has promised to complete all the stalled public infrastructure in Nsama District of Northern Province. Northern Province Permanent Secretary, Bernard Mpundu, explained that the contracts for these projects were initially terminated, but government has re-advertised them for work to commence.…
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Northern Province Permanent Secretary elated by Local Contractors in Nsama
Northern Province Permanent Secretary elated by Local Contractors in Nsama By Geoffrey Phiri Northern Province Permanent Secretary, Bernard Mpundu, has praised local contractors in Nsama District who have been engaged to do Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects for doing quality work. Mr Mpundu who inspected the construction of the one by three classroom block at…
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Mpulungu District urged to be on high alert to prevent child trafficking
Mpulungu District urged to be on high alert to prevent child trafficking. By Hellen Bwalya The Department of Child Development in Northern Province has implored the Mpulungu District Child Protection Committee to be alert in order to prevent trafficking of children in the border town. Provincial Child Development Coordinator, Motion Milambo, says Mpulungu as…
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Over 146,400 people benefiting from the Social Cash Transfer Programme in Northern Province
Over 146,400 people benefiting from the Social Cash Transfer Programme in Northern Province By Gladys Nyirenda The Department of Social Welfare in Northern Province says over 146,436 households are currently benefiting from the social cash transfers programme in the province. Provincial Social Welfare Officer, Sebastian Pasuwa, explained that the programme has brought a significant impact…
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Government Delivers Mortuary Unit at Mbala General Hospital
Government Delivers Mortuary Unit at Mbala General Hospital By Lewis Mwaba Government through the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) has delivered a mortuary unit to Mbala General Hospital. And Mbala Member of Parliament, Njavwa Simutowe, says the procurement of the mortuary unit for the hospital will help to address the challenges that residents…
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2024 International Women’s Day Commemoration
2024 International Women’s Day Commemoration Theme: “Invest in Women and Girls: Accelerate Progress” Northern Province Minister, Hon. Leonard Mbao, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to improve the plight of women in the country. Gracing this year’s International Women’s Day in Kasama district today, Mr Mbao said government has taken steps to empower women through the…
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Youth Day Commemoration – Kasama
By Sylvia Zulu Kasama, March 12, 2023, ZANIS— Northern Province Permanent Secretary, Bernard Mpundu says government has heavily invested in enhancing quality education and skills development for youths in the province. Mr Mpundu also added that government is actively addressing ways of how it can enable full civic and economic participation of the youths…
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Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary’s visit to the Northern Province
By Nkweto Mumba Kasama/ March 9, 2023, ZANIS—Northern Province Minister, Hon. Leonard Mbao has implored the Zambia National Service (ZNS) to consider setting up a milling plant in the region to help reduce the price of mealie meal. Speaking when Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary, Norman Chipakupaku, paid a courtesy call on him in Kasama,…
