Sata thanks Chinsali through ‘voice Mail’
President Michael Sata, rarely seen in public and often speaking through other people, has thanked the people of Chinsali district for voting for the Patriotic Front (PF) in last year’s tripartite elections. Sata says he wishes the people of Chinsali district God’s blessings as they continue to support the government of the day in fulfilling [...]
By George Lubasi There are two schools of thought regarding PF after Sata. There are those who think it is too early to talk about succession in the party. This view is also shared by one of their media supporters, The Post who argued in a recent editorial that all efforts should be concentrated on [...]
Continue reading …Barotse Prime minister refuses to send reps to Zambian Constitution forum
September 3, 2012 104 Comments
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United States Ambassador to Zambia Mark Storella advises the PF government to be tolerant of opposing views for it to govern effectively. This follows government’s harsh attacks on the opposition particularly the UPND leader, Hakainde Hichilema, who keeps reminding the PF government to fulfil the campaign promises to the majority poor. Mr. Hichilema recently alerted [...]
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President Michael Sata has with immediate effect nominated and appointed Lusaka lawyer and PF Secretary General Mr. Wynter Munacaambwa Kabimba as Member of Parliament and Minister of Justice respectively. This is contained in a statement made available to the media by George Chellah, the Special Assistant to the President for Press and Public Relations. “This [...]
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UPND leader Hakainde Hichilema has warned Zambians to brace themselves for for hard times because of the poor policies by the PF government. Mr. Hichilema cited increase in electricity tariffs, transport, mealie meal, and other essential commodities as some of the areas that the current government has no plans. The UPND leader was speaking during [...]
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UPND leader Hakainde Hichilema has said that the perceived political tension between him and the PF emanates from his insistence that the ruling party fulfills its election campaigns to Zambians. Mr Hichilema said that he will not stop reminding the PF to fulfill its campaign promises and obligation to Zambians. He was speaking with ZNBC [...]
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As we near one year in office of PF in government, you can rate their performance in the opinion section of this website. INTRODUCTION MR. SPEAKER, I AM DELIGHTED TO ADDRESS THIS AUGUST HOUSE ON THE OPENING OF THE FIRST SESSION OF THE ELEVENTH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY UNDER THE PATRIOTIC FRONT GOVERNMENT. ALLOW ME TO CONGRATULATE [...]
Continue reading …By Prof. Muna Ndulo The Executive The Presidency is by definition a dominant feature of a presidential system of government. However, it is unfortunate that the articles in the draft constitution exemplify the extent to which the president can dominate affairs of the state and government. Adequate checks and balances are an important aspect of [...]
Continue reading …Mpombo is now Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria despite theft cases in court, criminal record
September 3, 2012 69 Comments
Former Defence minister George Mpombo has taken up a job as deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria despite having on-going cases of theft and corruption in court. Mpombo was appointed Zambia’s High Commissioner to Nigeria in November last year but could not take up the appointment as Nigeria questioned his credibility and suitability. The taking up [...]
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