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Zambia Expands MICE Presence

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Participation at continental forum aims to attract investment and partnerships. By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka,  Zambia24, (23 February 2026 ) – Zambia is expanding its presence in the high-value Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector as it participates in the 20th edition of Meetings Africa from 23–25 February 2026 in South Africa. Hildah Mwape, Communication and Corporate Affairs Manager at the Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA), said the country is attending with 15 co-exhibitors representing hospitality, destination management, and business events sectors. “Our aim is to turn visibility into bookings, partnerships into investments, and business events into engines of economic growth,” she said. Mwape highlighted that Zambia’s MICE revenue has increased by 67.5% over the past two years. “Business events are becoming a major contributor to our national tourism economy,” she noted. She also pointed to the country’s strong tourism performance. “In 2025, Zambia recor...
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Education Meets Consumer Safety

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Partnership between education and commerce sectors fosters responsible consumer habits. Spot checks and awareness campaigns coincide with the 2026 Nc’wala Traditional Ceremony. By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24 — (23-02-2026) -- The (ZCSA) and the (CCPC) have partnered with schools in Eastern Province to teach pupils about consumer safety and responsible purchasing habits. The initiative coincides with preparations for the 2026 Nc’wala Traditional Ceremony, where spot checks and awareness campaigns will be conducted. Speaking during a courtesy call on the Eastern Province Education Officer (PEO), Brianly Malambo, on Monday in Chipata, ZCSA Manager for Communications and Public Relations Brian Hatyoka urged pupils and other consumers to develop the habit of reading product labels to protect themselves from unsafe products. “Pupils should always read labels to ensure that their future is safe, informed, and empowered,” Hatyoka said. He added that labels should clearly indicate ...
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Chawama Hosts UPND Leadership

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Officials meet community members to discuss progress and concerns By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24  --- (22-02-2026) - Chawama residents hosted UPND leadership at Misisi Congregation on Sunday, gathering to engage with officials on ongoing development initiatives and to show confidence in the Republican President and the country’s leadership, with discussions focusing on community programmes, infrastructure improvements, and youth empowerment. UPND Acting Secretary General , the highest-ranking speaker at the gathering, highlighted the impact of government policies and modernization programmes on local communities. “Because of the good policies and modernization programmes, many people are benefiting. We are grateful to be here and to strengthen our relationship with the community,” Imenda said. She thanked residents for their continued support of the party and emphasized that their confidence could not be taken for granted. Imenda said several development programmes had ...
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Katuta Mwewa Pledges Reform

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She pledges Transparency, accountability, and citizen-centered governance By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24 – (February 21, 2026 ) – Independent Member of Parliament for Chiengi Constituency and presidential candidate, Given Katuta Mwewa , today called on Zambians to support her reform-focused agenda at a media briefing in Lusaka. Mwewa told journalists at a media brief this morning that her campaign is centered on restoring transparency, accountability, and citizen-centered governance if elected in the August 13 general elections. “This movement is about independent service, not selfish interests. We are determined to empower our people and build strong institutions,” Mwewa said. Mwewa said youth development and job creation are central to her platform. She pledged to expand skills training programs, offer paid internships, and create opportunities for young entrepreneurs through citizens’ windows in banks . “We want to encourage young people to take pride in agricu...
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NGOCC Demands Equality Measures

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Katebe calls for fair political space and expanded Bill of Rights; transparency, accountability key ahead of 2026 elections By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaks, Zambia24  -- (19-02-2026) - The (NGOCC) has demanded stronger equality measures, including a fair political environment, expansion of the Bill of Rights, and enhanced transparency and accountability ahead of the 2026 elections, as President prepares to address Parliament on national values and principles. NGOCC Board Chairperson Ms. Beauty Katebe said while progress has been made in reducing child marriage from 29 percent in 2018 to 23.9 percent in 2024, high levels of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remain a serious concern that continues to undermine women’s rights and national development. Ms. Katebe said the council expects the President to outline clear and practical interventions to protect women and girls, including strengthening shelters, improving access to healthcare and legal aid, and enhancing survivor support systems. ...
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EU/Zambia Launch Youth Board

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The initiative promotes youth participation in governance, entrepreneurship, arts, and sports across all provinces, giving young Zambians a structured channel to influence policies and programmes affecting their lives. By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24, (19 February 2026 ) – The European Union, in partnership with the Zambian government, has launched the Youth Sounding Board , an initiative designed to strengthen youth participation in governance, entrepreneurship, arts, and sports across all provinces. The platform will give young Zambians a structured channel to influence policies and programmes affecting their lives, ensuring their voices are heard in national development decisions. Speaking at the launch, EU Ambassador to Zambia and COMESA, Karolina Stasiak , said the initiative was created to ensure that EU programmes are “more participatory, more relevant, and more impactful for young people.” She highlighted that Zambia’s population is overwhelmingly young, with nearly ...
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Driver Safety, Welfare in Focus

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Government moves to improve safety, social protection, stresses fair wages, rest periods and written contracts By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 – (19-02-2026) – Minister of Labour and Social Security has placed driver safety and welfare at the centre of government action. Brenda Mwika Tambatamba said during a Special Drivers Safety Workshop and the presentation of a Six-Month Road Safety Study in Lusaka that violations of labour laws will not be tolerated. She warned employers in the transport and logistics sector that failure to register drivers with statutory social security institutions or provide safe working conditions will attract enforcement measures. The Ministry has intensified inspections to tackle non-compliance, unsafe practices, and fatigue-related road accidents that threaten lives and the economy. Registration of drivers with statutory bodies is mandatory, she stressed. Employers must also provide fair wages, adequate rest periods, and written contracts det...
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