Tag: THABO KAWANA

Firms urged to consider consumer interests

By Blessings Chibuye Government has urged service providers to put the needs of consumers first before hiking prices. Information and Media Permanent Secretary THABO KAWANA says before increasing the prices of various commodities, service providers should prioritise the interest of their consumers. Mr. KAWANA’s remarks come after MultiChoice Zambia announced an increase in the subscription

Govt clarifies immunity status for former Presidents

By Blessings Chibuye Government says the Republican President only has immunity from prosecution while in office. Information and Media Permanent Secretary, THABO KAWANA says a former President who commits an offence beyond their presidential term can be arrested and prosecuted like any citizen. Speaking at the Ministry of Home Affairs this afternoon, Mr. KAWANA said

Newly recruited Teachers’ credentials being scrutinized – MUNEKU

By Blessings Chibuye The Ministry of Education has attributed the delay in issuing appointment letters to newly recruited teachers to thorough scrutiny of the teachers’ credentials. Education Permanent Secretary in charge of Administration, NORIANA MUNEKU says officials from the Examination Council of Zambia -ECZ- and other stakeholders are currently verifying documents submitted by the teachers.

CSOs urged to sensitise public on ATI Law

By Mwila Nsofu Information and Media Permanent Secretary THABO KAWANA has called for concerted efforts between Government and Civil Society Organisations in sensitising the public on the contents of the Access to Information Law. Mr. KAWANA says even though his ministry has initiated the process of sensitising public office bearers on their role in the

Journalists urged to be professional

By Mwila Nsofu Government has called for professionalism and responsibility among journalists. Information and Media Permanent Secretary THABO KAWANA says professionalism demands that those practicing Journalism look at the country with a patriotic eye. Speaking this afternoon when the Media Liaison Committee paid a courtesy call on him, Mr. KAWANA said government is not threatening
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