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A grandmother’s strength: reuniting family in Chipata - SOS Children's Villages

When tragedy struck in Chipata, Zambia, Beatrice Zulu faced the unimaginable. After the death of her daughter during childbirth, she became the primary caregiver for her newborn twin granddaughters. Overwhelmed and unable to care for them, she turned to SOS Children’s Villages for help. “At 2 weeks old, [my grandchildren] were admitted into SOS Children’s Villages. I was allowed to visit them frequently.” Staying connected Though the twins sp…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

Chipata Boys Sodomised By Two Men

A 26-year-old man has been arrested and another suspect is being hunt following allegations that the two men sodomised multiple minors in the Kapata Township in Chipata City. Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed to Diamond News that the case was opened at the Chipata Central Police Station on Monday, September, 29, 2025 after the mother of a seven-year-old boy reported. Mr. Mweemba has identified the arres…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

ELECTRICITY DECEPTION: GOVERNMENT UNDER FIRE FOR LOAD-SHEDDING PROPAGANDA - The Zambian Observer

ELECTRICITY DECEPTION: GOVERNMENT UNDER FIRE FOR LOAD-SHEDDING PROPAGANDA Opposition Democratic Union (DU) Leader, Ackim Njovu, has strongly dismissed claims by Energy Minister Peter Chikote that load-shedding has eased to “around 10 hours of electricity supply daily,” insisting that the reality on the ground tells a much harsher story. Speaking during a recent visit to Chipata,Government · Chipata Read Article

Zambian Fined K3.5 Million for Smuggling Petrol From Malawi Into Zambia

The First Grade Magistrate’s Court in Mchinji has ordered Zambian national John Soko to pay K3.5 million for attempting to smuggle petrol into Zambia. Prosecutor Helix Kamkweche told the court that Soko was found with 27 drums of petrol in his vehicle, amounting to over 1,000 litres. Kamkweche urged the court to impose a stiff sentence, stating that such practices contribute to the country’s ongoing fuel shortages. Magistrate Fred Juma Chilokosw…Chipata · Chipata See the Story

Accountant unalives his sidechick

Zambia – The police in Chipata have arrested a 38-year-old accountant in connection with the gruesome murder of Rhoda Munkombwe, a 25-year-old woman he was seen sneaking into his house by the landlord. The incident is believed to have occurred between Thursday night and was reported by the victim’s father, Terry Munkombwe. Eastern Province Police […] The post Accountant unalives his sidechick appeared first on GhPage.Chipata · Chipata Read Article

DIOCESE OF CHIPATA MOURNS FR. BENJAMIN SOKO AND SR. APRONIA BANDA - The Zambian Observer

DIOCESE OF CHIPATA MOURNS FR. BENJAMIN SOKO AND SR. APRONIA BANDA The Catholic Diocese of Chipata is mourning the deaths of Reverend Father Benjamin Soko and Sister Apronia Banda, who both passed away today at St. Francis Mission Hospital after a short illness. In a statement released by Auxiliary Bishop Gabriel Msipu seen by Breeze […] The post DIOCESE OF CHIPATA MOURNS FR. BENJAMIN SOKO AND SR. APRONIA BANDA first appeared on The Zambian Obser…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

SAD NEWS: CHIPATA ACCOUNTANT MÚRD£RŚ GIRLFRIEND IN MATRIMONIAL HOUSE WEEKS AFTER CHASING WIFE - The Zambian Observer

SAD NEWS: CHIPATA ACCOUNTANT MÚRD£RŚ GIRLFRIEND IN MATRIMONIAL HOUSE WEEKS AFTER CHASING WIFE By Staff Repoter POLICE in Chipata have arrested a 38-year old accountant in connection with the gruesome murder of Rhoda Munkombwe, a 25-year-old woman he was seen sneak into his house, by the landlord. The incident is believed to have occurred between […] The post SAD NEWS: CHIPATA ACCOUNTANT MÚRD£RŚ GIRLFRIEND IN MATRIMONIAL HOUSE WEEKS AFTER CHASING…Chipata · Chipata See the Story

Zambia begins building 100 MW solar project

Zambia has started construction of the 100 MW Chipata West solar project, as part of the country’s target to reach 1 GW of utility-scale solar capacity.Zambia has broken ground on the 100 MW Chipata West solar project, which will supply power to rural communities. Zambian national power utility ZESCO is working with the private sector, including China Machinery Engineering Corp., to help implement the Chipata West project. A statement posted on…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

OPPOSITION SEES DELAYED ECL BURIAL AS CHANCE FOR NATIONAL RECONCILIATION - The Zambian Observer

OPPOSITION SEES DELAYED ECL BURIAL AS CHANCE FOR NATIONAL RECONCILIATION. By: Sun FM TV Reporter The opposition Democratic Union has interpreted the delayed burial of former President Edgar Lungu as a divine opportunity for reconciliation between the government and the late leader’s family. Party leader, Ackim Antony Njobvu, speaking at the Chipata North Seventh Day […] The post OPPOSITION SEES DELAYED ECL BURIAL AS CHANCE FOR NATIONAL RECONCILI…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

“It’s ours, for smòking,” were the words of two Zambia Army officers based in Chipata who were found in possession of 250.3 grams of maríjuàna - The Zambian Observer

TWO Zambia Army officers based at Gondar Barracks in Chipata have pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking after they were found in possession of 250.3grams of marijuana. According to court documents, Oreilly Malambo aged 24 and Richard Kaunda aged 27 admitted being in possession of the mariajuana, which they said was for smoking. The […] The post “It’s ours, for smòking,” were the words of two Zambia Army officers based in Chipata who were…Chipata · Chipata Read Article

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