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Fight Against Unsafe Products Intensifies

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ZCSA trains Copperbelt journalists to strengthen consumer protection and standards awareness By Francis Maingaila Lusaka , Zambia24 — (22-05-2026) --- The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency’s (ZCSA) fight against unsafe and non-compliant products has intensified following its move to strengthen media involvement in consumer protection through a specialised training programme for journalists on the Copperbelt. The agency has trained 40 journalists from Kitwe, Ndola, Chingola, Kalulushi, Luanshya and Mufulira in compulsory standards, product safety and public awareness reporting during a media engagement workshop held at Sherbourne Lodge in Kitwe. Officially opening the training on Thursday, ZCSA Executive Director Mr. Gerald Chizinga said the media remains a critical partner in protecting consumers from unsafe products and promoting compliance with compulsory standards. Mr. Chizinga’s speech was delivered on his behalf by ZCSA Regional Manager for Domestic Quality Monitoring (North...
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NGOCC Condemns Violence at Nomination Centres

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By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia — 21-05-2026 — The Non-governmental Gender Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has expressed deep concern over incidents of violence and intimidation reported at several nomination centres during the filing of nominations, warning that such acts threaten democracy and discourage women from participating in politics. NGOCC Board Chairperson Beauty Katebe condemned the disturbances witnessed in parts of the country, particularly the incident at the Mandevu Nomination Centre involving aspiring candidate Jean Kapata. The organisation said Ms. Kapata was allegedly forced to take extraordinary measures to navigate what it described as a hostile environment created by unruly elements. NGOCC also condemned the reported attack on former Local Government and Rural Development Minister , saying the incident occurred in full view of police officers. “These incidents are deeply troubling and unacceptable in a democratic dispensation like ours and...
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Corporates Power Wonderful Marathon

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Business rallies behind women empowerment, health and girl child initiative ahead of Lusaka race By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — (21-05-2026) --  The Wonderful Group Marathon has attracted strong corporate backing, with leading institutions across banking, insurance, healthcare and the private sector aligning behind an initiative aimed at promoting women’s empowerment, supporting the girl child, and encouraging healthier lifestyles in Zambia. Scheduled for 30 May in Lusaka, the event has been positioned as more than a sporting competition, but as a national platform for community development, gender equality and public health awareness indicating that the growing support reflects a shared commitment to using sport as a tool for social impact, with plans already underway to establish it as an annual national event. Speaking during the launch, Wonderful Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer Roy Mwamba said the marathon was inspired by the company’s desire to give back to societ...
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Order and Respect

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AIPAC Condemns Intimidation of Independent Candidates Ahead of 2026 Polls By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24  --- 20-05-2026) --- The (AIPAC) has condemned acts of intimidation and obstruction against individuals seeking to contest the 2026 General Elections as independent candidates, describing the conduct as unlawful and a threat to Zambia’s democratic process. AIPAC Executive Director Solomon Ngoma told Zambia24 that the organisation was deeply concerned by reports of cadres allegedly blocking and intimidating aspiring independent candidates in Mazabuka and Choma, warning that such behaviour undermines constitutional rights and weakens confidence in the country’s democracy. “AIPAC wishes to express its deep concern over the disturbing behaviour of certain cadres who have been blocking and intimidating individuals seeking to participate in the 2026 General Elections as independent candidates,” Ngoma said in a statement issued in Lusaka on May 20. He stressed that the Cons...
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Quality Systems Power Economy

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Zambia underscores metrology as a foundation for industrialisation, trade confidence, and economic transformation By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia — (20-05-2026) — Zambia’s economic transformation and industrialisation agenda cannot succeed without strong, reliable, and coordinated measurement and quality systems that ensure trust, fairness, and efficiency across all sectors. Speaking during the 2026 World Metrology Day commemorations, Jito Kayumba, who represented the Guest of Honour Patrick Kangwa, said metrology plays a strategic but often overlooked role in national development and economic governance. He said accurate measurement systems underpin governance, industrialisation, and economic transformation, while also strengthening public confidence in regulatory institutions. Kayumba said Zambia’s industrialisation drive depends on a strong national quality infrastructure system made up of standardisation, accreditation, and conformity assessment. These systems, he note...
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ZCSA Champions Tennis Growth

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ZCSA and ZTA reaffirm commitment to developing tennis in Zambia following successful national championships in Ndola By Francis Maingaila Lusaka, Zambia24  --(18-05-2026) -- The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency and the Zambia Tennis Association have pledged continued support for tennis development in Zambia. According to a joint statement signed by Brian Hatyoka and Joe Siame, the partnership aims to grow the sport, raise its profile, and inspire young players across the country. The commitment follows the successful hosting of the ZCSA 2nd National Tennis Championships at Ndola Tennis Club, held from May 14 to 17, 2026. Speaking during the closing ceremony, ZCSA Director of Finance Brian Malangisha said the Agency would continue supporting tennis as part of its broader contribution to national development. He said the sponsorship is intended to create opportunities for young players and strengthen sport as a tool for youth empowerment. Mr. Malangisha also urged members of the...
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CSEIFZ Warns Against Attacks on ECZ Ahead of 2026 Polls

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Civil society body urges political parties, media and observers to promote respect, peace and credible elections By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24 - (16-05--2026) - The Civil Society Election Integrity Forum of Zambia (CSEIFZ) has cautioned political parties and stakeholders against what it described as growing attacks on the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ), saying undermining the electoral body threatens the credibility of Zambia’s democratic process ahead of the 2026 general elections. CSEIFZ Chairperson Solomon Ngoma told Zambia24 that no political party or candidate should participate in elections while simultaneously insulting or discrediting the Commission responsible for managing the process. Ngoma said branding ECZ commissioners as “UPND cadres” without evidence was reckless and risked eroding public trust in elections. “The Commissioners at ECZ are not political cadres. They are officials appointed to protect and manage the electoral process,” he said. He wa...
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