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Big Win for Zambian Youths

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Government, HYGEIA Global University sign MoU for 20 fully funded scholarships By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24  --- (13-05-2026) --The Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide 20 fully funded scholarships to deserving Zambian youths across selected academic disciplines. The agreement is aimed at expanding access to higher education and strengthening youth empowerment through skills development in key fields of study. The scholarships will cover full tuition fees for programmes in Business Management, Education, Health Sciences, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The initiative targets young people with talent and potential but limited financial capacity. Speaking at the signing ceremony, described the development as a “big win” for Zambian youths, saying it reflects government’s commitment to inclusive access to education. He said the programme will begin immediately, with government working alongsi...
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ZAFOD Demands Inclusive Reforms

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Organisation warns against reduced disability representation and incomplete voter data ahead of the 2026 elections By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia — (12-05-2026) - The Zambia Federation of Disability Organisations (ZAFOD) has demanded inclusive reforms ahead of the 2026 General Elections, warning that the proposed Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Bill, 2026 could weaken disability representation and reduce accountability in governance. ZAFOD Director Justine Bbakali told Zambia24 that the proposed amendment bill could reverse gains made under the current law by reducing the number of representatives of persons with disabilities on the Board of the Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities. Mr. Bbakali said the current 2012 law was designed to ensure broad representation of different disability groups, women and youths under the principle of “Nothing About Us Without Us.” However, he said the new amendment bill proposes a smaller board with only one representative fr...
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Procurement Oversight Matters

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ZIPS says procurement professionals are critical to accountability, transparency, and effective public sector reforms By Francis Maingaila  Lusaka, Zambia24  --- 11 -05 -2026) -- The Zambia Institute of Procurement and Supply (ZIPS) says procurement oversight matters in strengthening accountability and improving the management of public resources as government continues implementing governance reforms across key public institutions. ZIPS Secretary General Richard Mumbi told Zambia24 that the legislative reforms currently before Parliament are a positive step towards improving corporate governance, efficiency, and economic transformation. Mumbi said the review of statutory bodies and public boards shows government’s commitment to strengthening institutions and promoting transparency in the management of public resources. He said some of the reforms under consideration include the National Council for Construction (Amendment) Bill, the Citizens Economic Empowerment (Amendment) Bill,...
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ZCSA Strengthens Quality Monitoring

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Three new inspectors inducted to boost field operations and coordination By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24  -- (12-05-2026) --- The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has strengthened its quality monitoring operations through the induction of three newly recruited Domestic Quality Monitoring (DQM) inspectors. According to the Agency’s official Facebook page, the newly inducted inspectors—Kabwe Chilufya Lupiya, Elizee Kayembe, and Chalwe Luswili—underwent an orientation session with the Corporate Communications Unit as part of efforts to enhance coordination and improve field operations. The session was facilitated by Manager for Communications and Public Relations Brian Hatyoka and Public Relations Officer Onishias Maamba, who briefed the inspectors on the unit’s role in supporting effective communication and operational efficiency within the Agency. The Corporate Communications Unit is responsible for public relations, media relations, stakeholder engagement, corpor...
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Secure Energy for Zambia

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Chikote says reforms, renewable energy investments, and public cooperation have contributed to stabilising Zambia’s power sector and easing the energy crisis. By Francis Maingaila ♥️  Lusaka, Zambia24  --- (12-05-2026)- The Zambian Government has assured the people of Zambia that it has managed the country’s energy crisis responsibly and that the future of the energy sector is steadily improving following a series of reforms and investments introduced during one of the country’s most difficult periods of power shortages. Speaking during his farewell address ahead of the dissolution of Parliament, said the country is now moving towards a more stable, diversified and sustainable energy future after overcoming challenges that affected nearly every sector of the economy. Chikote said when he was appointed Minister of Energy by President , Zambia’s energy sector was under immense pressure due to low water levels caused by climate change, rising electricity demand, ageing infrastructure and ...
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Stronger Compliance in Q1

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ZMA boosts inspections and enforcement under “Fairness in Trade Under ZMA Watch” By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia — (12-05-2026) - The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) has recorded stronger compliance and improved verification results in the first quarter of 2026, as it intensified inspections under its programme Fairness in Trade Under ZMA Watch . ZMA Executive Director Humphrey Nkobeni said the Agency, established under the Metrology Act, regulates measurements in trade, health, safety, environmental protection, and industry. He said accurate measurement is essential for fairness in fuel sales, food weighing, and industrial production, even though it is often unnoticed. He said under Fairness in Trade Under ZMA Watch , ZMA verified 12,719 measuring instruments, including 8,759 in the petroleum sector, achieving 83 percent of its target. Inspections covered fuel stations, retail scales, and industrial equipment. Nkobeni said compliance levels were strong. He noted 94.2 percen...
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ZTA Expands Global Tourism Push

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Record 45 Zambian tourism operators join Africa Travel Indaba as Zambia intensifies international marketing drive By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia 24 -- (011-05-2026) ---  The Zambia Tourism Agency has expanded its global tourism push after registering a record-breaking 45 Zambian tourism operators for this year’s Africa Travel Indaba in Durban, as the country intensifies efforts to attract more international visitors and position itself as a leading African tourism destination. According to a statement issued by Hildah Mwape, Manager, Communications and Corporate Affairs, the tourism trade show, running from May 11 to 14, has brought together international buyers, tourism professionals, media and exhibitors from across the world. Acting Chief Executive Officer Abigail Shansonga said Zambia’s participation at the Indaba is aimed at exposing local tourism operators to international markets while promoting the Zambia Travel Expo (ZATEX) 2026 scheduled for June 4 to 6 at the Mulungu...
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