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Three dimensions of nuclear: equity, security and sustainability

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September 27, 2021

Three dimensions of nuclear: equity, security and sustainability


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By Israel Sekoko LAST year, South Africa received 74th of 108 ranking in the annual World Energy Trilemma Index and did not make a top-5 list in the African region as a whole. All countries on the continent have significant discrepancies concerning its demographics, access to natural resources, economic development, and energy consumption, placing them in the bottom half of the overall Trilemma rankings. But the underperformance of the recent African powerhouse is a blaring confirmation of a dire need for a clear and diverse long-term energy policy in place. Preferably with long-term reliable and affordable electricity source – like...

Unpacking nuclear: pros and cons

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September 27, 2021

Unpacking nuclear: pros and cons


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By Israel Sekoko  NUCLEAR energy has been a controversial topic for many decades since its inception. Incidents like Three Mile Island, Chernobyl and Fukushima are infamous thanks to strong anti-nuclear sentiments amongst various groups that are against nuclear. Some of the arguments they put on the table is that nuclear poses harm to environment, is too expensive and is generally inefficient and unsafe. Well I thought I should take time and try to do some reality check with these arguments and see the facts behind words. What is nuclear? Nuclear technology uses the energy released by splitting the atoms of...

SADC National State Actors’ Engagement Strategy CTPD SACBTA

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September 24, 2021

SADC National State Actors’ Engagement Strategy CTPD SACBTA


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By the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) and Southern Africa Cross Border Traders Association (SACBTA) 1 | P a g eTABLE OF CONTENTS Acronyms …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3 Acknowledgments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Executive Summary ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 1.0 Background…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 1.1 Purpose of the strategy…………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 1.2 Overall Objective ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 1.2.1 Specific objectives and outcomes ………………………………………………………………………………..7 2.0 Principles and Strategies for NSAs Engagement…………………………………………………………………. 8 2.1 Principle of Subsidiarity……………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 2.2 Capacity Development…………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 2.3 Enhancing Spaces for Constructive Engagement…………………………………………………………… 9 2.4 Promotion of NSA/CSO voice………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 2.5 Promotion of NSA/CSO capacity……………………………………………………………………………..10 2.6 NSA/CSO external relationships ……………………………………………………………………………..10 2.7 Requirements needed to promote genuine dialogue when convening...

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September 24, 2021

USAID announces $18.5 million in funding for Zambia


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 Press Release Thursday, September 23, 2021 Today, while meeting with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Samantha Power announced approximately $18.5 million in additional U.S. Government funding to support the people of Zambia, including Zambia’s fight against COVID-19. Administrator Power and President Hichilema met to discuss U.S. support for the Zambian people and President Hichilema’s ambitious agenda of democratic and economic reforms. In view of President Hichilema’s early efforts to strengthen democratic institutions and freedom of expression, since his inauguration on August 24, Administrator Power announced $1.25 million to help bolster Zambia’s new democratic openings....

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September 21, 2021

Mthoniswa Banda prods Garry Nkombo to ‘Relocate Bus Stations’ from CBDs and ‘Create New Bus Routes!


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Relocate All Bus Stations Away from the CBDs and Create New Bus Routes!  Signed: EJMB Mthoniswa Banda Group Admin – Zambia Roads & Highway Safety Group (ZRHSG) 0977 405086 Lusaka 21/09/21 – THE Zambia Roads & Highway Safety Group (ZRHSG) welcomes efforts by the UPND Government as announced by the Local Government Minister Mr. Garry Nkombo, to decongest the Lusaka Central Business District According to plans, Government intends to build two new bus stations; one behind Levy Mall and another on Kafue Road. However, the Zambia Roads & Highway Safety Group feels this measure will in the short term decongest the CBD...

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September 21, 2021

The Innovative Rhisotope Project Moves to Next Stage After Success of Phase One


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ON September 16th, the first phase of the Rhisotope Project aimed at curbing rhino poaching in South Africa using nuclear technologies – radioisotopes – was successfully completed. The initial stage of the project was dedicated to proving that there was no movement of the stable isotopes from the horn of the rhino into the body of the animal. In order to prove this, Igor and Denver, two rhinos, were darted and sedated, at which point the cocktail of stable isotopes was introduced into their horn. These two animals were isolated into a separate camp where they were closely observed. Highly...

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September 16, 2021

Remain neutral and professional, Amos Malupenga urges Zambian media


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  By Theresa Kalenga and Derrick Sinjela MINISTRY of Information and Media Permanent Secretary Amos Malupenga has launched the Voter’s Voice Post – Election Media Monitoring Report urging media houses and practitioners to remain neutral and non – partisan in coverage. Officiating at Lusaka’s Radisson Blu Hotel Thursday, 16th September 2021, Fourth Electoral Media Monitoring report by MISA-Zambia under the Voters’ Voice Project witnessed by Head of Delegation – European Union, National Director – MISA Zambia Austin Kayanda, BBC Media Action Country Director –Soren Johansson, director general – Independent Broadcasting Authority – IBA, Representatives from the Electoral Commission of Zambia...

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September 15, 2021

Zambia’s electoral transition, cheers Mundia Paul Hakoola


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By Derrick Sinjela CONTINENTAL Leadership Research Institute (CLRI) Executive Director Mundia Paul Hakoola is delighted that Zambia is commemorating the International Day of Democracy, a month and three days after holding a Presidential, Parliamentary and Local Government election. Mr. Hakoola expressed satisfaction that celebrating the international day of democracy, commemorated annually on 15th September is being held in the aftermath of a peaceful transfer of political power from 6th Republican President, Dr. Edgar Chagwa Lungu’s Patriotic Front (PF) to Seventh (7th) Republican President, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, leader of the United Party for National Development (UPND) Alliance New Dawn Government. Hakoola...

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September 15, 2021

Rosatom Technical Academy has started training El-Dabaa NPP personnel


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  Rosat om Technical Academy has started training El-Dabaa NPP personnel In early September, the first groups of specialists from Egypt’s El-Dabaa NPP began training at the St. Petersburg branch of Rosatom’s Technical Academy. The training programme is being carried out in the framework of contracts pertaining to the construction of Egypt’s first nuclear power plant. The opening ceremony for the training programme was attended by the Vice Board Chairman of NPPA Operation and Maintenance, General Supervisor of El-Dabaa NPP Project Management Mohamed Ramadan, Advisor to Rosatom’s Director General Vladimir Artisyuk, Director of Rosatom’s Educational Projects Valery Karezin, Vice President,...

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September 14, 2021

DP President Harry Kalaba casting the net into the deep beyond 2021 elections


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By Theresa Kalenga Democratic party (DP) President Harry Kalaba has announced new changes to the structure of the DP and has noted that their are changes he introduced Mr. Jewish Chabi as Secretary General (SG). National Secretary Chabi is deputized by Thomas Sipalo appointed  as Deputy National Mobilization Chairperson. Mr. Kalaba noted that the retirement of PF from the government was a humiliation due to their pomposity and arrogance displayed during their reign. Kalaba noted that the party was founded for the poor but had begun flying in high seas of corruption hence sinking the boat. “As DP, a party that...

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