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Evans Muhanga’s main advisor runs down key wildlife reserve

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Tourism and Arts Permanent Secretary Evans Muhanga

Tourism and Arts Permanent Secretary Evans Muhanga’s main advisor Peter Fisher has failed to run Nchila Wildlife Reserve Limited owing to financial mismanagement.

This has resulted in Nchila Wildlife Reserve Limited being placed under receivership.

According to Notice of Sale by Receiver placed in state newspapers, Andrew Kamaga has been appointed as the official receiver of Nchila which was once one of the best game ranches in the country.
Fisher was conferred as chief Nyamwane in 2016.

In the 2021 elections, he contested the Ikelengi parliamentary seat on the Patriotic Front (PF) ticket and lost to Lands minister Elijah Muchima.

He was regarded as a strong opponent for Muchima as many believe he is a strong PF member in the area.

But owing to Fisher’s excessive borrowing, financial mismanagement and his high levels of dishonesty, he has failed to honor financial obligations with banks, resulting in Nchila being placed under receivership .

Chief Nyamwane was the key person who advised Muhanga to cancel the photographic tourism hunting concession tender, thereby going against the legal opinion of the Attorney General.

Despite failing to properly run Nchila, Muhanga has promised Fisher that he would ensure chief Nyamwane was awarded more blocks so that he could equally run them down.

Sources have said it was expected for Muhanga to mess up the tourism sector as the parament secretary consistently listens to the dishonest Fisher.

“I am not shocked that we are in a total mess in the tourism sector. The advisor to the permanent secretary is a failure and you expect Muhanga to do better? No…. that would be wishful thinking. Now, imagine Fisher getting more blocks because he feels now it’s his time. We are in trouble in the sector and Muhanga is not taking us anywhere,” said the source.

In other news – Businessman Maxwell Chongu nabbed

Police in Lusaka through the Investigations Team have arrested and charged Maxwell Chongu a businessman aged 41 and Rozyna Mweemba Mumba a housewife aged 37 both of Avondale in Lusaka and Directors of Greenside Suppliers and Investments Limited for the offences of Undertaking Construction Works without a valid National Council for Construction Certificate Contrary to Section 21(1)(2) of the National Council for Construction (NCC) Act No. 13 of 2003, Obtaining Pecuniary Advantage by False Pretences Contrary to Section 309A of the Penal Code Chapter 87 and Money Laundering Contrary to Section seven of the Prohibition and Prevention of Money Laundering Act number 14 of 2001 as read with amendment Act Number 44 of 2010 of the Laws of Zambia.

Maxwell Chongu

The duo through their Company Greenside Supplies and Investments Limited secured a sub-contract with the AFCONS Infrastructure Limited in the construction of Lusaka City Decongestion Project in May 2019 without a valid National Council for Construction Certificate and thereby obtained a pecuniary advantage of USD 48,512 from the Government of the Republic of Zambia. Learn More

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President Hichilema to Visit Seseli Mine

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Seseli Mine in Chingola

President Hakainde Hichilema is scheduled to visit Seseli Mine in Chingola on the Copperbelt, where a number of illegal miners find themselves trapped in a flooded open-pit mine. The announcement was made by Copper Minister Elisha Matambo during a press briefing in Chingola, reflecting the government’s commitment to addressing the critical situation.

Minister Matambo expressed confidence in the measures and interventions implemented by the government, ensuring that the ongoing rescue mission will reach the trapped miners. The President’s visit underscores the gravity of the situation and the government’s hands-on approach in coordinating the rescue efforts.

Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe provided further assurance, stating that safety precautions are rigorously being followed to maximize the chances of a successful rescue operation. He emphasized that the government has engaged with families affected by the incident, with twenty-seven families having come forward to claim missing relatives.

Source: aljazeera

In other news – It all ended in tears for Faith Nketsi

News that well-known Mzansi reality TV star and influencer, Faith Nketsi whose full name is Mapholoso Faith Nketsi was finally divorcing her short-term husband Nzuzo Njilo was met with relief from fans of the reality star and businesswoman.

Faith Nketsi

The reason behind the celebration of the divorce was because Faith’s brand took some knocks when her husband’s corrupt business ways were aired on the covers of Mzansi’s biggest. Read more

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PF MPs Urged to Embrace New Leadership Dynamics in National Assembly

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Robert Chabinga

The leader of the opposition in Parliament, Robert Chabinga, has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for demonstrating a spirit of unity and magnanimity towards his predecessor, former President Edgar Lungu. In the midst of heightened provocations, Mr. Chabinga emphasized that President Hichilema and the United Party for National Development (UPND) are not responsible for the challenges within the former ruling Patriotic Front (PF).

Speaking from his position as the Member of Parliament for Mafinga, Mr. Chabinga advised PF Members of Parliament to acknowledge the changed leadership in the National Assembly. He urged them to embrace discipline and decorum in the legislative body, emphasizing the importance of non-political conduct and effective representation aligned with the wishes of the electorate.

“President Hichilema has demonstrated love towards his predecessor, former President Lungu, even in the face of heightened provocation. The challenges within the PF should not be laid at the doorstep of President Hichilema and the UPND. It is essential for PF MPs to accept the new reality and move forward,” stated Mr. Chabinga in a statement issued to ZNBC News in Lusaka.

He underscored the importance of maintaining discipline in the National Assembly, urging MPs to prioritize the interests of the people who elected them. Mr. Chabinga emphasized the need for constructive checks and balances from opposition MPs, fostering an environment of cooperation and effective governance.

“Opposition MPs have a crucial role in providing constructive checks and balances in the House. It is imperative for all MPs to refrain from antagonizing one another and focus on contributing positively to the legislative process,” added Mr. Chabinga.

Source: Lusakatimes

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