Wednesday, October 12, 2011

British Prime Minister, David Cameron Congratulates Zambia’s new leader over his victory

Lusaka, Wednesday, October 12, 2011– Republican President, Michael Chilufya Sata has received a congratulatory message from The Right Honourable David Cameron MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, for his success at the September 20 presidential elections.

In his letter dated October 10, 2011, Prime Minister Cameron stated: “I write to congratulate you on your success at the presidential elections in Zambia on 20 September. The transparent and peaceful manner in which they were conducted is a major success for democracy in Zambia and is an example to others in the region and across Africa.’’

“The UK and Zambia have a strong bilateral relationship built on deep foundations going back many years, and we are keen to work closely with you. I hope my Minister for Africa, Henry Bellingham, will be able to visit Zambia soon, so that we can begin discussions with you on key areas of co-operation,’’ read the Prime Minister’s letter in part.

He adds: “I hope we can encourage British investment in Zambia, and a greater flow of trade between our two countries. Trade and integration within Africa is also critically important for tackling poverty in the region, and we look forward to supporting you in taking this forward over the next few years. We also hope to continue to work with your Government as a committed development partner to Zambia.’’

The Prime Minister hopes to see the new Zambian Head of State at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Perth later this month.

This is according to a statement issued by the public relations unit at State House.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

PRESIDENT SATA ON THE COMMISSION OF INQUIRY APPOINTED TO INVESTIGATE THE JANUARY 14 MONGU KILLINGS

LUSAKA, Tuesday, October 11, 2011– His Excellency Mr Michael Chilufya Sata, President of the Republic of Zambia, says he is confident that the nine-member Commission of Inquiry he appointed to investigate the January 14 Mongu disturbances will pave the way for an amicable settlement of the problems in Western Province.

“I have no doubt that the high professional and personal integrity of the commmission chairperson Dr Roger Chongwe, SC, and his team will help bring about an agreeable and peaceful settlement to this matter,’’ says the President.

The President said he remains committed to addressing the main causes of public discontent in Western Province thus the Barotse Agreement.

Meanwhile, Chief Justice Ernest Sakala will tomorrow, October 12, 2011, swear-in members of the Commission of Inquiry appointed to probe the extra-judicial killings of civilians during the Mongu demonstrations.

The swearing-in ceremony will take place at 15:00 hours at the Supreme Court and thereafter the commissioners will proceeed to State House to pay a courtesy call on the Head of State.

President Sata named the Commission of Inquiry last week to investigate the Mongu killings and pardoned all Barotse activists who had been jailed over the January 14 riots.

Issued by:GEORGE CHELLAH-SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT PRESS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

Sunday, October 9, 2011

CHILUKUTU CALLS FOR HARD WORK

OCTOBER,8, 2011: ZAMBIA PRISONS SERVICE (ZPS) Deputy Commissioner and Parole Board founding chairman Frederick CHILUKUTU has urged school pupils to utilize school time to defeat the challenges of adolescence and youth in order to become responsible citizens.

Mr Chilukutu was yesterday guest of honour at St Paul’s Mulungushi High School awards and prize presentation ceremony, about 27 kilometres, north east of Kabwe about 6 kilometres downstream to UNIP’s Mulungushi Rock of Authority.

St Paul’s (www.stpaulsmulungushi.org) founded in 1960 celebrated its 50 years Golden Jubilee in October 2010 with these awards coming nearly one year since the Jubilee.

He said, “Adolescence is the time when most of us lose it and never to recover. It is also the time when we as pupils can groom ourselves into responsible citizens.”

St Paul’s alumna Chilukutu, (1987-91), presented prizes and awards with individual support of Ex Santos Association members represented by Chairman Colins Nzovu as well as institutional support of Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies (ZCAS) and University of Lusaka (UNILUS) among others.

Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM) immediate past Second Vice President (2006-2010) and ZCAS Business Development Manager, another alumna, Mwabashike Nkulukusa last Saturday travelled to St Paul’s to deliver ZCAS support to headmaster Brother Kasongo Mwape.

St Paul’s alumni, include Emmanuel Chenda, Ben Kapita, Bwalya Ngandu, Gen Peter Zuze, Gen Sibamba, Elias Chipimo, (late) Paul Tembo, Abyudi Shonga, Mubanga Kondolo, Jason Kazilimani, Collins Nkatiko, Kalumiana Kalumiana, Henry Ngilazi, Paddy and Mainza Mukando, Felix Nkulukusa, Vernon Nakacinda, and Maloba Musenge among others.

Mr Chilukutu presented about 60 awards worth about K5million which included Student of the Year 2011 (K150,000), Overall Best Girl and Overall Best Boy (K150,000) each. The prize giving programme also included appointment of new prefects.

He told the audience of pupils and Ministry of Education officials and award recipients, “You are lucky to be at this school where that entire adolescent crisis can be neutralised by the very dedicated brothers, teachers, parents as well as the conducive learning environment of St Paul’s.”

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