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By TROY MUKUPA Chongwe, Zambia - In a heartwarming display of philanthropy, Dr. Febian Mumba and his team have come to the aid of 11-year-old Elizabeth Mukelabai, a bright and ambitious young girl from Kasenga Resettlement Scheme in Chongwe. 11 year old Elizabeth Mukelabai greeting Dr Febian Mumba Despite exceling in her grade 7 exams, Elizabeth faced significant challenges in accessing essential educational resources. Dr. Mumba's team stepped in to provide the necessary support, ensuring Elizabeth's educational journey continues uninterrupted. Elizabeth, Her Mother with Dr. Mumba "We are committed to empowering vulnerable communities through education and philanthropy," Dr. Mumba said. "Every child deserves access to quality education, and we are dedicated to making this visi...

By TROY MUKUPAIn a heartwarming display of kindness and generosity, renowned philanthropist Dr. Febian Mumba has come to the aid of 17-year-old Lydia Shamalime, a talented Under-20 and Zambia Institute of Sustainable Development (ZISD) player. Shamalime, a COSAFA champion and Under-20 Zambian national player, has been struggling to make ends meet. Orphaned at a tender age, she has taken on the responsibility of caring for her 84-year-old grandmother, eking out a meager existence in Lusaka's Chainda Compound.Despite her bravery, Shamalime's emotional plea for help exposed the harsh realities of her daily struggle. With tears streaming down her face, she revealed how she begs people nearly every month-end, just to pay for rentals and buy food for her elderly grandmother. Shamal...

By TROY MUKUPAMatero, Lusaka - In a heartwarming display of philanthropy, renowned community leader and humanitarian, Dr. Febian Mumba, has stepped in to assist 63-year-old Abesta Mwiinga, a single mother, and her family, whose home was severely damaged by the recent heavy rains. The devastating downpour on January 29, 2025, left the family's security at risk, with a severely damaged side wall rendering their house uninhabitable. Despite pleas for help, the family had received no assistance, prompting Dr. Mumba to intervene.In a remarkable act of kindness, Dr. Mumba has offered to completely rebuild the family's home, rather than merely repairing the damaged section. To ensure their immediate safety, he has rented a 3-bedroom house for the family at a cost of K1,300 per month, cover...

By Sishuwa Sishuwa In June last year, I wrote an opinion piece in which I provided evidence of how President Hakainde Hichilema was systematically undermining political and civil rights in Zambia using state institutions that should ordinarily protect and uphold rights. https://mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-06-13-how-president-hakainde-hichilema-is-using-lawfare-to-subvert-democracy-in-zambia/ I argued that Hichilema, faced with the prospects of defeat in the 2026 election as a result of a faltering economy and a country deeply divided on ethnic-regional lines by his actions, has resorted to the use of the law — legal autocracy or lawfare — to silence critics, weaken his political opponents and secure re-election. Some of his supporters dismissed my observations, even ...

By TROY MUKUPALusaka, Zambia - In a bold call to action, Zambian politician and governance expert, Westone Mwango, has urged Africa to wean itself off Western aid, emphasizing that the continent has the necessary resources to build its own economies. Mwango, a renowned expert in governance and development, has worked extensively with various organizations to promote economic development and self-reliance in Africa. Speaking on Pan African Radio's "People's Debate" program, Mwango stressed that Africa's reliance on foreign aid is a hindrance to its development. "The current suspensions of aid by Western countries should be taken as a wake-up call by African countries. We have the opportunity to build our own economies. We have a lot of resources that can help us build our countries,"...

By TROY MUKUPA Lusaka, Zambia - Westone Mwango, an independent aspiring candidate for Ngwerere Ward 22, has unveiled his comprehensive development plans for the ward. During a recent appearance on the People's Debate Program hosted by Caesar Sindele on Pan African Radio, Mwango shared his vision for transforming Ngwerere Ward 22 into a thriving community. Host (L): Sindele & Guest (R): Mwango on People's Debate Program - Pan African Radio Mwango acknowledged the numerous challenges facing Ngwerere Ward 22, including the crippling water crisis, rising crime rates, inadequate educational facilities, and deplorable road conditions. He emphasized the need for a multifaceted approach to address these challenges. "My vision for Ngwerere Ward 22 is to transform it into a thri...

Father, I come to You today, crying out for Your intervention. Many of your people are losing money, and don't know where it's going. I pray for Your wisdom and guidance. I break every curse of financial loss and poverty in their lives, in Jesus' name. I command every spirit of financial leakage to stop, in Jesus' name. I declare that their finances are blessed, and their resources are overflowing. May they receive Your abundance, and use it to glorify You. I pray for financial wisdom, discernment, and clarity. Show them where the leaks are, and help them to plug them. Thank You, Father, for Your provision and protection. I trust in You, and i know that You will provide for them. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen. - Apostle Joshua Marlon AJ  Rhema Life ...