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19/09/2016

PATRIOTISM IS KEY TO SURVIVAL - Edgar C. Lungu

By Staff Reporter – Lusaka

President Lunga has said that patriotism is cardinal to the survival of the nation. The president said this during his inauguration ceremony speech at Heroes Stadium on 13th September, 2016 in Lusaka. Mr. Lungu confirmed to the nation that the government had a lot of unfinished business. However, Mr. Lungu also mentioned that he was persuaded beyond doubt that the government will continue to push even more vigorously to consolidate its transformative development agenda. “We must have a little more faith and confidence in our own abilities to change our adverse situations.” He said.

Mr. Lungu further called for the need to re-define the word investor to mean ourselves. “In my humble opinion, our first point of investment in this democratic enterprise must, as of necessity, begin with investing in ourselves.” Mr. Lungu said. In the same speech, the president said that he was directing everyone starting from the rank of director in government ministries and departments to engage in at least one agro-based activity. The president assured the nation that he would be committed to lead from the front starting with his staff at state house.
Mr. Lungu said that he appreciated each and every one who could find time to the ceremony. “I appreciate you all my brothers and sisters, mothers and children, grandparents the disabled and all diverse people of this country for turning up in great numbers.” He ended up his speech by employing everyone to hold hands together and move forward. “Let me end by saying let us hold each other’s hand and move forward together. We can jointly and whilst holding hands together climb even the highest mountain without being daunted by its summit.” He said.

13/09/2016

KABUSHI MP Bowman Lusambo says Zambians do not need UPND leader Hakainde Hichilema to recognise President Lungu’s victory.

09/09/2016

EDITORIAL COMMENT
INDEED it is that time of the year; as usual the government continues to buy maize through its agency (FRA). Like always, the buying of maize by the Food Reserve Agency brings excitement especially on the part of the farmers whose wallets experience a refill at least once a year. However, whichever language one would use, the buying and selling of maize by FRA has not been exciting on the part of government and FRA as a business.
THE ‘profit margins’ Zambia has continued to make in relation to FRA as a government business is somewhat a matter that needs serious attention for sound and better outcomes. It is not a strange term to hear such things as profit and loss in business. In general terms, it is common sense to say that people get into business not to make losses but profits.
ON the contrary, for many years now, the Food Reserve Agency has continued to make losses on the expense of government funding despite its mandate on a bigger picture to be a hub of food security for the nation. Not only for business executives, it is a common denominator even to a layman that there is no business in the history of man-kind established to be making losses but that every business is meant to generate profits for continuity and progression. If truth be told, FRA is one such a 'sector' which has the capacity to create massive employments especially for the young people.
UNDENIABLY if the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) can be utilized on the view to making profits, Zambia can have a situation where thousands of people can be employed across the country. The millions that are wasted every year if invested on the view to reaping the benefit of doing business would mean a bright future for the majority Zambians who strive always with a smile just to feed their empty bellies. It is a sad fact that, despite the government efforts in making sure that the people of Zambia have access to affordable Mealie Meal; the FRA has suffered a continued monopoly perpetuated by the so called millers making it difficult for an ordinary Zambian to access this essential commodity. In any case, Zambia's poor economic performance on a general view is the result of the country through its agencies running the affairs of this country on principles of charity. Zambia as a country in moving forward would come about when things begin to operate on policies that are grounded on business principles.
One of the ways that can be done to really turn FRA into a profitable government agency is by funding it once and for all. This funding should then be invested in farm blocks across the country. These farm blocks would also mean a massive employment for the youths especially those who have had no opportunity to go through formal training.
IF the economy is to be brought to a status where each individual citizen reap the benefit of the natural resources, there is need to run this country on business oriented principles. There is need for policies that are targeted at imploring the best formula to turn around the economy to the desired point grounded on the ability to use the natural resources. There is indeed need on the part of leaders to negotiate the suitable tax solutions for local and international trade. There is need to fund the Food Reserve Agency once and for all. ‘Just thinking!’

09/09/2016

RODGERS MWEWA ASSURES PRESIDENT LUNGU SUPPORT THROUGH AND THROUGH
Residents of Mwansabombwe District of Luapula Province took to the streets in jubilation after PF candidate, Rodgers Mwewa scoped the Mwansabombwe seat retaining his seat in Parliament.
Mr Mwewa has retained his seat and goes for a second term in parliament, making him the second person in the history of Mwansabombwe Constituency to serve for two terms.
Mr Mwewa came out first after beating three other aspiring candidates when he scoped the seat with 7,625 votes out of a total of 12,919 votes cast with Movement for Multi-party Democracy, MMDs Sunday Maluba scoring 2,929 followed by UDFs Samuel Chitonge with 1,080 votes and, UPNDs Mable Kamangala with 857 votes.
Speaking in an interview with at the totaling centre minutes after being declared winner by the Retaining Officer, Samson Chipeta, Mr Mwewa said it was by the grace of God that he retained his seat as Member of Parliament.
He said it was not easy as had faced so many stumbling blocks from many people who teamed up and were geared to see his downfall.
He has since promised to continue working with the people to foster development in the district. “I have learnt a lot of things in the five years I have been Member of Parliament and I promise to take a different approach to ensure that I bring the much needed development in the district and will not condone anyone standing in my way”. He said.
He narrated that his vision was to bring Economic and Social development to the district and sadly said some forces stood in his way but will not take lightly to anyone standing in his way and hindering progress in the district.
“I have so many plans for Mwansabombwe district and one of them is to bring a district hospital and naming of streets in the district and possibly name them after the much deserving fallen forefathers who were the senior chiefs in the kingdom of Mwansabombwe”. He explained.
He further promised that he will fight to ensure that more people benefit from the social cash transfer and that it is given to the deserving people.
Mr Mwewa also expressed happiness at the faith the President Edgar Lungu has in him.
“I will be a hypocrite if I don’t show my heartfelt gratitude to the President HE Edgar Lungu for listening to the people of Mwansabombwe and adopt me back.” It shows that he is a very bold and firm President and I assure him that I will support him through and through”. He said.

09/09/2016

Dr. Chilufya retains Mansa Central

PF Mansa Central parliamentary candidate Chitalu Chilufya has retained his seat with a landslide victory. The PF candidate polled 25,087 votes followed by UPND’s Chrispine Musosha who polled 3,011 votes. Independent candidate K***a Felix managed to get 457 votes while, FDD’s Kelvin Kaunda closed the race with 314 votes. And speaking to journalists after he was declared winner, Dr. Chilufya says he is indebted to the people of Mansa Central for trusting him and the PF. Dr. Chilufya has pledged to continue with developmental projects that were initiated in the last two years.

PRESIDENT ELECT MR. EDGAR C. LUNGU URGED TO CONSIDER A DISABLED REPRESENTATION IN HIS NEW CABINET The president elect Mr...
09/09/2016

PRESIDENT ELECT MR. EDGAR C. LUNGU URGED TO CONSIDER A DISABLED REPRESENTATION IN HIS NEW CABINET

The president elect Mr. Edgar C. Lungu has been urged to consider including a disabled person in his new cabinet so that people with disabilities have a representation. Born Short Living Tall, a nongovernmental organisation whose main objective is to champion the interests of women, children and the disabled executive director Ntalasha Chisha in his statement released to Luapula Today Newspaper also said that, there is no doubt that many people wanted Mr Lungu to continue based on what he had promised the people of Zambia during campaigns and his love for God. Mr. Ntalasha has further urged the president elect to consider making education free for the disabled from primary through to university.

In the same statement, Mr. Ntalasha has also said that Born Short Living Tall (BSLT) organisation is very much impressed with the outreach works done by the First Lady Esther Lungu through her Foundation to help women, disabled and children. “We would like to make an appeal through her office to incorporate an empowerment fund for the disabled to enable them start businesses to help better their lives.” He said.

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07/09/2016

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12/08/2016

South Africa's ANC faces worst election losses since apartheid.

South Africa’s ANC was on track for its worst electoral performance since the end of apartheid on Friday as voters vented anger about high unemployment and corruption in municipal elections that herald a sea change in politics and society.

The African National Congress has ruled virtually unopposed since it ended white-minority rule in 1994 with Nelson Mandela at its helm, but has lost support - particularly in cities - among voters who feel their lives have not improved and accuse President Jacob Zuma of mismanaging the economy.

The ANC was still leading in the overall count in the nationwide municipal vote, with 95 percent of ballots counted. But it lost to the main opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) in the municipality of Nelson Mandela Bay, which includes the city of Port Elizabeth, and was trailing in Tshwane, home to the capital Pretoria.

Since the end of apartheid, the ANC had enjoyed an iron electoral grip on these areas, as well as on the economic hub of Johannesburg - where it held just a narrow lead on Friday.

Now, no party looks likely to win a majority in these three urban centres, ushering in a new era of coalition politics as South Africa shifts from what has effectively been a one-party system in the period immediately post-apartheid.

“The ANC has lost significant support [to the DA] in these areas because ordinary people who have long been loyal to the ANC feel that the party has failed to live up to its election promise to improve life for everyone ,” FRANCE 24’s South Africa correspondent Ayesha Ismail said.

This shift reshapes the political landscape in South Africa ahead of the 2019 national election, and may also embolden Zuma’s rivals within the ANC to challenge him.

The DA has retained control of Cape Town, which it has held since 2006.

The ANC chief whip, Jackson Mthembu, said the losses across the country were “a worrying trend” for the ruling party and would prompt soul-searching. “We need to have a serious introspection, and that is what we will do.”

The election also represents a political renaissance for the DA, which last year elected its first black leader, Mmusi Maimane, as part of its efforts to shake off its image as a party that mainly serves white interests.
FRANCE 24

12/08/2016

THAILAND ROCKED BY 11 BOMBS IN ONE DAY.

Five provinces in Thailand have been hit by 11 bombings in less than a day, authorities say.

At least four Thai nationals have been killed and about 36 others were injured, including 10 foreigners, according to Anurak Amornpetchsathaporn with the Ministry of Public Health.
No one has claimed responsibility for the blasts, and it's not clear if the bombings are connected.
Thai police say there's no evidence the attacks are related to international terrorism.
"These incidents are different from the usual terrorism acts. They are more local sabotage on certain locations and provinces," Deputy Police Spokesman Maj. Gen. Piyapan Pingmuang said at a news conference Friday.
Political unrest has in recent years roiled Thailand, resulting at times in protests. The series of blasts comes days before the first anniversary of the Erawan Shrine bombing, which killed 20 people, and five days after the country voted on a new constitution.
Pingmuang said the explosions are not linked to the Erawan bombing.
CNN

12/08/2016

Lionel Messi: Argentina striker reverses decision to retire from national team.

Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's World Cup qualifiers squad, less than two months after retiring from international football.

Messi, 29, quit after Argentina's Copa America final defeat by Chile in June.

But in a statement reported by media in Argentina, the Barcelona striker said he made the U-turn for the "love of the country" and "to help from within."

Argentina play qualifiers against Uruguay and Venezeula at the beginning of September.

Messi missed in the penalty shootout defeat by Chile, as Argentina lost a fourth major final in nine years.

"A lot of things went through my mind on the night of the final and I gave serious thought to quitting, but my love for my country and this shirt is too great," Argentina's all-time record goalscorer is reported as saying.

"We need to fix many things in Argentinian football, but I prefer to do this from inside and not criticise from outside."

Messi's only major international honour is Olympic gold at the 2008 Games in Beijing.

As well as losing two Copa America finals on penalties to Chile, he was in the Argentina side beaten 1-0 by Germany in the 2014 World Cup final.

The forward, who was been awarded the Ballon d'Or for the world's best player five times, was also on the losing side against Brazil in the 2007 Copa America final.

Messi is named in new coach Edgardo Bauza's squad alongside Manchester City trio Sergio Aguero, Pablo Zabaleta and Nicolas Otamendi, Manchester United pair Sergio Romero and Marcos Rojo and Ramiro Funes Mori of Everton.

Tottenham's Erik Lamela made it seven Premier League players in total, with Messi's Barcelona team-mate Javier Mascherano also among the 27-man squad.
BBC

12/08/2016

WE HAVE VOTED BUT GOD HAS THE FINAL ANSWER.
IS IT PRESIDENT EDGAR OR PRESIDENT HH: NTALASHA CHISHA (Empowerment Mandate)
We have voted, the lot has been casted. Is it Barsabas or Matthias.
For it is Written;
And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen, And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles. Acts 1:24,26
Its God who elects leaders. Not Man. He knows what the next 5 years will be all about. Some one Suitable for the tasks ahead will be picked.
Is it David or Eliab?
For it is Written;
But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7
God looks at the heart. One whose heart will be right before God will emerge Victorious. Our voting not withstanding. So like in old times because He does not change God will show Himself strong again. So cheer up, be relaxed God is in control.
Hear this;
For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south.
But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
Psalm 75:6-7
FATHER THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A LEADER AFTER YOUR OWN HEART TO RULE OVER THIS NATION. LORD WE ARE GRATEFUL...
BURST IN THANKSGIVING AND GODS NAME WILL BE GLORIFIED. PRAY...

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