Pointing to scientific evidence warning of increased extreme weather events, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, ahead of a trip to the storm-ravaged Caribbean, urged all countries to implement the Paris Agreement on climate change “with greater ambition.”“We know that the world has the tools, the technologies and the wealth to address climate change, but we must show more determination in moving towards a green, clean, sustainable energy future,” Mr. Guterres said at a press encounter at the UN Headquarters, in New York. “Today and every day, I am determined to ensure that the United Nations works to protect our common future and to seize the...

Through this partnership, DHL locations will serve as drop-off points for products destined for consumers in the United States   CAPE TOWN, South Africa, October 5, 2017/ —   Africans will now be able to sell their local products to customers in the US through an eBay platform powered by MallforAfrica DHL locations across Africa will serve as pick-up and drop-off points DHL Express (www.dpDHL.com), the world’s leading international express services provider recently announced its partnership with MallforAfrica (www.MallForAfrica.com), the award-winning global e-commerce company, which will facilitate selling of made-in-Africa products to customers in the United States. Businesses can do...

Watch informal comments to the media by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the countries affected by the recent hurricanes, as well as on climate change and other matters.

President Lungu says he does not want a paralysis in the system because what is being said outside by detractors. He has advised government officials not to be scared so long they are following regulations to deliver to the masses. Speaking during a swearing in ceremony at State House yesterday, President Lungu said those found wanting will be dealt with by the Anti-Corruption Commission -ACC-. He however, said he does not expect his officials to be intimidated by some outbursts of corruption. The Head of State said he cannot take unsubstantiated allegations because all the relevant institutions are available. And...

THE 2018 NATIONAL BUDGET ANALYSIS BREAKFAST PROGRAMME THEME: STAYING THE COURSE OF FISCAL FITNESS 5TH OCTOBER 2017 Venue: RADISSON BLU HOTEL 07:00 am ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION 07:30 am Welcome remarks and Breakfast Mr. Chibamba Kanyama-Moderator 07:35 am OPENING REMARKS Mr. Shadrack Omol Acting Country Representative-UNICEF Dr. Pamela Nakamba-Kabaso Executive Director-ZIPAR 07:45 am Speech by The Guest of Honour Hon. Felix Mutati, MP, Minister of Financ08:05 am An overview of the National Budget Analysis and Social Sector Brief Shebo Nalishebo Research Fellow-ZIPAR 08:35 am PANEL DISCUSSION-Hon. Felix Mutati, MP, Minister of Finance, Caesar Cheelo, Senior Research Fellow, Gibson Masumbu, Research Fellow, Zali Chikuba, Research Fellow, Nkandu Chilombo, Social Specialist-UNICEF 09: 10 am OPEN DISCUSSION 10:O0 am CLOSING...

By Tendai Posiana JESUIT Centre for Theological Reflections (JCTR) Executive Director Father Emmanuel Mumba is preaching a need to conduct training of police officers on human rights and in depth Public Order Act (POA) knowledge. Father Mumba believes engagement and enhanced awareness on POA provision will facilitate fairer enforcement. Father Mumba said building capacity among police officers will enhance democratic good governance in Zambia. Officially opening a Thursday 5th October 2017 JCTR Meeting with Political Parties in Lusaka, Father Mumba encouraged political parties to carefully study the Public Order Act for them to have a common understanding. Father Mumba implored...

By Derrick Sinjela – Rainbow Zambia ZESCO spokesperson Henry Kapata is assuring Zambian households and firms of stable and reliable electricity supply. Speaking at the conclusion of a client, customer, media and staff familiarization of Kafue Gorge hydro-power generation facility in Kafue District, Mr. Kapata explained that creating rapport with electricity consumers is viewed as priority by ZESCO management led by Managing Director, Victor Mulenga Mundende. Kapata says engagement with household and the business community will potentially create appreciation of challenges in electric power generation, transmission and distribution to domestic and commercial consumers. “We need to continue building relationships with domestic...

Pastor Dorothy Mwanza Acting Spokesperson The Commission has noted the concerns of the public in the media regarding the procurement of 42 fire tenders, and the construction of the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriage way. The concerns revolve around the costs involved as well awarding of the contracts. Media reports on this matter have led to calls for investigative wings to investigate these matters. The Anti-Corruption Commission wishes to make it known to the public that in 2016, the Commission was investigating a matter relating to the awarding of the tender involving the 42 fire tenders. The investigations centered on whether or not...

  MISA Malawi publishes alerts documenting media violations and victories directly to its website   LILONGWE, Malawi, September 29, 2017/ — MISA Malawi (www.Malawi.Misa.org) has launched a new website making it easier to keep up with freedom of expression and access to information developments in Malawi and across southern Africa.   The completely revamped website (www.Malawi.Misa.org) provides in-depth analysis and commentary, as well as the latest developments in the media and information sectors. Importantly, it holds an extensive collection of papers, publications and legislation in the website’s Resource Centre (http://APO.af/u6VDDg).   MISA Malawi publishes alerts documenting media violations and victories directly to its website....