Zambia Roundup: Anthrax deaths, Germany investment, food insecurity
10 million euros fund
The Government of Zambia has received 10 million Euros from Germany towards the improvement of water supply in Zambia, Zambianeye reports. Germany’s president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced this during a press conference at the statehouse on November 1, during his two-day visit to the Southern African country. The German president also held talks with Zambia’s president, Hakainde Hichilema.
Anthrax deaths
Zambia’s Ministry of Health has announced an anthrax outbreak in the country. In a statement signed by Health Minister Sylvia Masebo, a cumulative three hundred and thirty-five (335) cases have been recorded with four deaths reported across the country. The ministry is working with officers of the Livestock ministry to curb the spread of the disease among humans.
Food insecurity
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has highlighted concerns about the impact of food instability on the Southern African region, Lusaka Times has reported. The president, during a meeting with the World Food Programme Director for Southern Africa Development Community Region (SADC) emphasized food insecurity challenges caused by climate challenges and conflicts in neighbouring countries while calling for collaborative efforts within the region to combat food insecurity.
Zambia loses to Kenya in Rugby Cup
Zambia lost by 36-12 to Kenya in the Victoria Rugby Cup match played on Wednesday, November 1. The match played at the Kyadondo Rugby Club in Kampala saw Kenya take charge of the game from the start when they scored 7 goals against Zambia who had no goals. Zambia National team player Daniel Gunda told local news outlet Mwebantu that they had a game plan but were outsmarted by their opponents.
5000km road construction
A US firm, LANDLOCK Natural Paving Inc. has concluded a five-year deal with the Zambia National Service to build a 5,000-kilometre road in all 10 provinces of Zambia, Lusaka Times has reported. The joint venture agreement under the Ministry of Defence will ensure the construction of safe and efficient road systems that provide regional travel. The project is estimated to begin in March or April 2024, depending on weather conditions.
