Tag: Zambia
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πΏπ² Zambian President Barred From Lungu’s Funeral
The family of former president Edgar Lungu, who died in South Africa on June 5, has said it was the late president’s wish that the current president, Hakainde Hichilema, “should not come anywhere near his body”. Tensions appear to have escalated as the family accused the government of attempting to override their decision on funeral…
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Witchcraft Allegations in Zambia: Political Plot or Crackdown on Opposition?
In a controversial turn of events, Zambian authorities have arrested two individuals accused of plotting to harm President Hakainde Hichilema using witchcraft. The suspects were allegedly hired by the brother of opposition leader Jay Banda, according to police reports. Found in possession of “assorted charms” and a live chameleon, the suspects were described as practicing…
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πΏπ² Zambia’s Court Blocks Edgar Lungu from Seeking Third Term
In Zambia, the Constitutional Court has ruled that former President Edgar Lungu is not eligible to seek a third term in office. The courtβs decision comes after Lungu announced his return to active politics last year. The countryβs highest court determined that Lungu’s first term, served from 2015 to 2016 following the death of President…
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Zambia and Zimbabwe plunge into darkness after simultaneous power blackouts
Zambia and Zimbabwe experienced simultaneous nationwide power blackouts on the evening of Sunday, November 24, following a disturbance believed to be caused by a surge in power lines connecting the two countries to South Africa’s power utility, Eskom. The outages began at 8:15 PM CAT in Zambia and 8:25 PM CAT in Zimbabwe, according to…
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πΏπ²π¨π³ China pledges $5 billion investment in Zambia’s mining sector through new association
China has officially launched the Chinese Mining Enterprise Association in Zambia (CMEAZ), a strategic initiative aimed at boosting the Zambian mining industry with a projected $5 billion investment by 2031. The launch event took place in Lusaka on November 12, where Zambia’s Mines and Minerals Development Minister, Paul Kabuswe, highlighted the significant role this association…
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Zambians struggle with electricity shortages driven by drought
Zambia’s worst electricity blackouts in memory have been caused by a severe drought in the region that has left the critical Kariba dam, the source of Lake Musonda’s woes, with insufficient water to run its hydroelectric turbines. Less than half of Zambia’s 20 million people had access to electricity before Kariba’s problems. Kariba was built…
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Zambiaβs Copper Wealth: The Exploitation by Multinational Giant Glencore
Zambia, a landlocked country nestled in the heart of Africa, is home to one of the worldβs largest copper reserves. Known as “the Copperbelt,” the region has historically attracted international attention for its rich mineral resources, positioning Zambia as a crucial player in the global copper market. However, beneath the surface of this wealth lies…
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“A people without history is a ball rolling in any direction”: Herero paramount chief calls for reparations and remembrance
The first International Conference on the Herero Genocide: 120 Years of Survival and Struggle has opened in Namibia, marking a crucial step in the ongoing fight for justice and recognition of the atrocities committed by the German Empire against the Herero and Nama people. Paramount Chief Mutjinde Katjiua, leader of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority, emphasized…
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Zambia eyes economic rebound after historic drought, targeting growth and deficit reduction in 2025
Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane outlined the government’s plan in his budget speech on Friday, projecting a growth rate of 6.6% in 2025, compared to a forecasted 2.3% growth in 2024. The economic recovery is expected to be driven by improved performance in the mining and agricultural sectors. The drought induced by the El NiΓ±o climate…
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Zambia’s crippling drought creates chance for solar power to shine
With a prolonged drought affecting the supply of hydroelectricity all over southern Africa, a growing number of people are turning to solar to fill the energy gap. A reliable supply of electricity is essential. But the drought that has gripped southern Africa since early this year has led to rolling cuts in a country that…
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