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The government claims that China's export restrictions are having an effect on Indian industries
The Assam Tribune
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August 19, 2025
New Delhi, Aug 19: The curbs imposed by China on key rare earth magnets are impacting the Indian industries, including electric vehicle manufacturers, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday. Replying to a question by AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi in...
Unbridled and Unrealistic Presidential Ambitions – An Achilles Hill for Political Cohesion Amongst the Opposition-Muhabi Lungu
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
*Unbridled and Unrealistic Presidential Ambitions – An Achilles Hill for Political Cohesion Amongst the Opposition* By Muhabi Lungu Opposition Political Parties Must be Serious and Mature for the sake of our Country. If we do not take steps...
DEMOCRATIC UNION TO CONTEST 2026 ELECTIONS
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
DEMOCRATIC UNION TO CONTEST 2026 ELECTIONS. The Democratic Union (DU) has officially confirmed its participation in the 2026 general elections, with party president Ackim Antony Njobvu positioning himself as a champion of youth leadership and girl...
ZAMBIAN MEDIA CEO SPEAKS OUT ON POLITICAL INTERFERENCE, THREATS, AND DEMONS OF POLITICS
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
ZAMBIAN MEDIA CEO SPEAKS OUT ON POLITICAL INTERFERENCE, THREATS, AND DEMONS OF POLITICS Kennedy K. Mambwe, CEO of KBN TV, has given a candid account of the challenges faced by private media and businesses in Zambia, alleging pervasive political...
Zambia: Child Miners Risk Death in Zambia’s Copper Pits
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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August 19, 2025
Police rescued 38 children from Sensele Mine in July Drawn by the promise of quick money, young men, many still in their teens, risk their lives as illegal miners in Zambia’s dangerous copper mines. Politically connected people profit from this,...
Israel to Inaugurate New Embassy in Zambia
Open Zambia
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Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar is in Zambia to inaugurate Israel’s new embassy in Lusaka, marking a renewed chapter in relations between the two countries. According to a statement from his office, Sa’ar will hold talks with President...
International Jazz Collective launches cross-cultural residency in Zimbabwe and Zambia
The Standard
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International Jazz Collective launches cross-cultural residency in Zimbabwe and Zambia HARARE, Aug.19,2025 (NewsDay Live)- A groundbreaking cultural initiative, "Frank Salis Experience - The Zambezi Sessions," is set to bring together five...
Zambia Secures US$19 Billion MoU with Qatar
Open Zambia
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On 18 August 2025, Zambia and Qatar signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering 11 areas of cooperation across various sectors, valued at US$19 billion. The agreement spans sectors including energy and oil, banking and finance, housing and...
ZAMBIA, QATAR SEAL MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR DEALS
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
ZAMBIA, QATAR SEAL MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR DEALS By Wagon Media Team President Hakainde Hichilema has today announced the signing of multi-billion-dollar Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between Zambia and the State of Qatar, covering key sectors...
Child miners risk death in Zambia’s copper pits
South Africa Today
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August 19, 2025
Drawn by the promise of quick money, young men, many still in their teens, risk their lives as illegal miners in Zambia’s dangerous copper mines. Politically connected people profit from this, while state institutions grow weaker. This illicit...
FM Gideon Saar travels to re-open Israeli embassy in Zambia | LIVE BLOG
I24 News
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Day 683 of the Israel-Hamas war FM Gideon Saar to leave Tuesday for a diplomatic visit to Africa, during which he will open the Israeli embassy in Zambia. During his visit to Zambia, Minister Saar will meet with Zambian President Hakainda...
China's Magnet Export Curbs Impacting Indian Industries, Says Government
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) The curbs imposed by China on key rare earth magnets are impacting the Indian industries, including electric vehicle manufacturers, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.Replying to a question by AIMIM MP...
Foreign Minister departs for Zambia to inaugurate new embassy
The Times of Israel
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August 19, 2025
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar departed for a diplomatic visit to Zambia on Tuesday to inaugurate Israel’s embassy in the southern African nation, some eight months after plans to install a new permanent diplomatic mission were first announced. In...
FACE TO FACE WITH THE DEMONS OF POLITICS – A FIRST HAND ACCOUNT OF SILENT POLITICAL BATTLES IN ZAMBIAN BUSINESSES
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
FACE TO FACE WITH THE DEMONS OF POLITICS – A FIRST HAND ACCOUNT OF SILENT POLITICAL BATTLES IN ZAMBIAN BUSINESSES Warning ⚠️ Long Article By Kennedy K. Mambwe – HOW POLITICAL TOXICITY IS KILLING OUR DEVELOPMENT For the past six years, I have been...
Governement Urged To Tap Diaspora Mining Experts Into Ad Hoc Advisory Board Roles
Lusaka Times
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August 19, 2025
The EMV Diaspora Forum turned its focus to Zambia’s mining sector on Sunday night, drawing sharp contrasts between the country’s immense mineral wealth and the meager benefits flowing to ordinary citizens. The program, hosted on August 17th by...
WOMEN’S VOICES DEFY GOVERNMENT NARRATIVE
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
WOMEN’S VOICES DEFY GOVERNMENT NARRATIVE Brian Matambo – Sandton, South Africa On this week’s edition of EMV Tonight, Ambassador Emmanuel Mwamba convened a charged conversation with diaspora voices Queen Pumi and Lillian Mutambo, two outspoken...
TONSE ALLIANCE STATEMENT ON POSSIBLE THEFT AND MISAPPROPRIATION OF PROPERTY AND FUNDS FORFEITED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
TONSE ALLIANCE STATEMENT ON POSSIBLE THEFT AND MISAPPROPRIATION OF PROPERTY AND FUNDS FORFEITED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES Lusaka, 19th August 2025 1. As TONSE ALLIANCE, we have noted with concern that over the past four years, various law...
HAMUKALE CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO ENFORCE PRICE REDUCTIONS IN AGRICULTURAL SECTOR
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
HAMUKALE CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO ENFORCE PRICE REDUCTIONS IN AGRICULTURAL SECTOR By: Sun FM TV Reporter Former Minister of Agriculture Dr. Edify Hamukale has called on government to enforce price reductions within the agricultural sector, mirroring...
HH CALLS FOR UNITY IN DELIVERING ZAMBIA’ HARVEST AS ECONOMY SHOWS STRONG GROWTH
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
HH CALLS FOR UNITY IN DELIVERING ZAMBIA’ HARVEST AS ECONOMY SHOWS STRONG GROWTH BY: TIMMY Lusaka, Zambia – President Hakainde Hichilema has called on Zambians to remain united and focused as the country records some of its strongest economic...
HH HIGHLIGHTS FOUR YEARS OF REFORM AND GROWTH: “TOGETHER, LET US DELIVER ZAMBIA’S HARVEST”
Zambian Observer
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August 19, 2025
HH HIGHLIGHTS FOUR YEARS OF REFORM AND GROWTH: “TOGETHER, LET US DELIVER ZAMBIA’S HARVEST” Lusaka, Zambia — President Hakainde Hichilema has marked his fourth year in office with a call for unity and perseverance, highlighting key achievements...