31/07/2025
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*President Hichilema Hosts Productive Talks with Tourism Sector Leaders at State House.
*RPP calls for the accelerated issuance of land titles to indigenous Zambians.
In international News
Tanzania bans foreigners from key businesses, risks regional fallout.
In sports News
Nigeria asserted their dominance as the best side on the continent after winning the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) on Saturday.
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President Hakainde Hichilema convened a high-level meeting with key stakeholders from Zambia’s tourism industry at State House, in a bid to strengthen intersectoral collaboration and chart a sustainable growth path for one of the country’s fastest-growing economic pillars.
The delegation, led by renowned tourism investor Mr. Mark O’Donnell, engaged in discussions focused on enhancing the resilience and inclusivity of the sector, which welcomed over 2 million visitors in 2024 — a record that underscores its rising significance in Zambia’s economic transformation agenda.
“Tourism remains one of Zambia’s most important renewable resources and continues to register impressive growth,” said President Hichilema. “Its success, however, is inextricably linked with other sectors such as transport, hospitality, energy, and infrastructure.”
The President emphasized the need for continuous dialogue and a shared national vision among all stakeholders, noting that effective coordination is essential to unlocking the full potential
The Republican Progressive Party (RPP) acknowledges the ongoing public debate regarding the proposed Lands Amendment Bill, which seeks to expand the powers of the Registrar of Lands, including the authority to cancel land titles and oversee the appeals process.
RPP recognizes the government’s intention to streamline land administration and address the growing issue of fraudulently acquired land titles. We agree that safeguarding the integrity of land records and protecting legitimate landowners is critical. However, vesting excessive authority in a single office risks creating a power imbalance. Without proper checks and balances, such a move could lead to misuse of power and erode public confidence in land governance.
To address land-related fraud effectively while preserving due process, RPP advocates for the full implementation of Article 233 of the Constitution, which provides for the creation of a Lands Tribunal within the Lands Commission. This tribunal should be the appropriate, independent body mandated to resolve land disputes and appeals.
Its composition must reflect professional diversity—bringing together experts in land law, human rights, and economics—to ensure decisions are fair, balanced, and informed by multiple perspectives. Additionally, the tribunal’s functions must be embedded within the broader land governance system to guarantee transparency and institutional accountability.
We also call for the accelerated issuance of land titles to indigenous Zambians who have fulfilled all statutory obligations, including the payment of service charges. Continued delays in processing legitimate land claims deepen economic inequality, disenfranchise communities, and stifle development efforts.
On the matter of ministerial oversight in land appeals, RPP emphasizes the need to shield land administration from political interference. Allowing the Minister to intervene risks politicizing sensitive land issues and weakening the independence of institutions. All appeals and title cancellations must be handled by legally empowered, impartial bodies such as the Lands Tribunal.
In conclusion, RPP calls for a balanced and constitutional approach to land reform—one that upholds the rule of law, ensures expert oversight, and strengthens institutions. We remain firmly committed to supporting reforms that promote justice, transparency, and inclusive development for all Zambians.
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In international News
Tanzania is cracking down on foreign participation in key sectors of its economy. Under a new directive, foreigners are now prohibited from engaging in 15 business areas considered essential to grassroots economic empowerment. These include running salons, small retail shops, eateries, and mobile money kiosks — businesses traditionally dominated by Tanzanians.
Violators face tough penalties, including fines of up to 10 million Tanzanian shillings, the equivalent of nearly 3,900 US dollars, or up to six months in prison. Foreigners may also lose their residence permits and visas. Tanzanian citizens who assist non-citizens in these restricted businesses could be fined up to 5 million shillings or jailed for three months.
The government says the move is aimed at boosting local job creation and income. But the decision is raising concerns across the East African Community. Many view it as a non-tariff barrier to regional trade and integration.
With around 40,000 Kenyans living and working in Tanzania, many in the informal sector, the impact on livelihoods could be significant. Other countries, including Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, may also be affected.
Fears are growing that this could spark tit-for-tat measures from neighboring states and threaten regional unity.
This directive follows another bold economic step taken in May, when Tanzania banned the use of foreign currencies in domestic transactions, requiring all payments to be made in Tanzanian Shillings.
In Sports News
The Super Falcons sealed a record-extending 10th title after coming from 2-0 down to beat hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final in Rabat.
The West Africans also received $1m in prize money, while the total fund at the finals was increased by 45% to $3.475m by the Confederation of African Football.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu hailed the side's victory as a "triumph of courage, determination and consistency".
Each of the 24 members of the squad was promised a cash reward of $100,000 plus the gift of a three-bedroom apartment during a celebratory reception at A*o Rock, the presidential residence, on Monday.
Morocco, meanwhile, will have to wait for their first Wafcon title after a second successive loss in the final on home soil.
"It's disappointing to lose two finals in a row, but we have to look at the second half and improve so that it never happens again," midfielder Yasmin Mrabet told the BBC World Service.
BBC Sport Africa provides you with all the information about the 13th edition of Africa's biggest women's footballing event, which was pushed back a year because of scheduling issues.
The stories which makes the headliness once again
Hichilema Hosts Productive Talks with Tourism Sector Leaders at State House.
calls for the accelerated issuance of land titles to indigenous Zambians.
In international News
Tanzania bans foreigners from key businesses, risks regional fallout.
In sports News
Nigeria asserted their dominance as the best side on the continent after winning the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) on Saturday.
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