Don’t get discouraged, grow soya beans, NUSFAZ urges farmers
NATIONAL Union for Small-Scale Farmers in Zambia (NUSFAZ) president Dr Frank Kayula has advised farmers not to be discouraged from growing soya beans during this year’s farming season. In an interview, Friday, Dr Kayula said the market for the commodity is available both locally and internationally as government had negotiated a soya bean deal with…...
I’m not shy to say I’m a UPND pioneer – Chief Mpidi
CHIEF Mpidi of the Lunda speaking people of Zambezi says he is not shy to say he is one of the pioneers of UPND and he is still a member of the ruling party. And Vice-President Mutale Nalumango has thanked Chief Mpidi for supporting UPND, saying traditional leaders have to work with the government of…...
38% of new HIV infections occur in people aged 15 to 24 – VEEP
VICE-President Mutale Nalumango says 38 percent of new HIV infections in Zambia occur among young people aged 15 to 24 years. Commemorating the 2024 World Aids Day and CAPAH one Health Expo, Sunday, Vice-President said many young people lacked access to health education and life skills. “We must also confront one of the most stubborn…...
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Self-stigma
Henry relied on his wife to ascertain his HIV status. He knew his movements were not ok so whenever his wife did the yearly HIV testing at her work place he knew he was safe. His blood pressure was always high near the 1st of December because he knew that it was time to know […]
Power goes top of Super League
POWER Dynamos has claimed top spot on the Super League table after humiliating ‘Low Flying’ Nkwazi FC 3-1 in an intriguing Week-14 fixture played at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka. Brian Masanyinga, Israel Ankobo and Sekanji Siame grabbed the goals as coach Osward Mutapa punished his former club by guiding the Kitwe giants to their eighth…...
Matero Magic falls short against Fox Basketball
Matero Magic’s pursuit of redemption in the Road to BAL Elite 16 – Division East tournament in Nairobi took a dramatic turn as they faced off against South Sudan’s Fox Basketball yesterday. Magic came agonizingly close to victory, ultimately falling 83-81 in an overtime battle that brought out the team’s A-game and fighting spirit. The…...
Nkandu urges Barbra to ignore naysayers
MINISTER of Sports, Youth and Arts Elvis Nkandu has urged Copper Queens captain Barbra Banda to stay focused and not pay attention to the racist remarks against her by the British media. Banda has been a victim of negative publicity from the English media since her unveiling as the 2024 BBC Women’s Footballer of the…...
NGOCC condemns attacks on Barbra
THE Non-Governmental Gender Organisations Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has expressed disappointment over the online attacks targeted at Copper Queens Captain Barbara Banda after she was named 2024 BBC Women’s Player of the Year. In a statement, Sunday, NGOCC Executive Director Anne Mbewe said that the attacks from the international media had not only been sexist but…...
Nkandu tips U17 teams to emulate U20 girls at Cosafa tourney
MINISTER of Sports, Youth and Arts Elvis Nkandu has challenged the Under-17 boys and girls to go and win the 2024 COSAFA tournaments to confirm Zambia’s status as a powerhouse in the southern region. South Africa will host the youth championship set to take place from December 4 to 15, with the competition serving as…...
