A concerned Kasama Resident has expressed worry over the poor state of Roads within the District, urging authorities to urgently look into the matter. Speaking to Kasama Radio news, Pethias Mwamba laments the need for Government to urgently rehabilitate dilapidated roads in Northern Province, warning that the current state of infrastructure is undermining economic activity and public safety. “With the government’s push towards a 24-hour economy, it is critical that roads are in good condition to support continuous movement of goods and people, especially at night” he noted. Mr. Mwamba says the poor state of many roads in the province poses a serious risk to motorists and hinders business operations. He further examines the effectiveness of toll gates, which were introduced to raise funds for road maintenance and rehabilitation. ” I am truly concerned because despite motorists paying levies at various toll points, many roads remain in a deplorable condition which needs to be looked into” Mr. Mwamba stated. His appeal comes amid growing concerns from residents and transporters who have continued to call for improved road infrastructure to enhance connectivity and support economic growth in the region. Ends……… #Kasamaradio.
CWSSC WORKERS ON STRIKE OVER UNPAID 3 MONTHS SALARY.
Frustrated workers at Chambeshi Water Supply and Sanitation Company (CWSSC) in Kasama District have gone on strike, claiming that the company has not paid their salaries for the past three months. The workers say the situation has made it difficult for them to effectively carry out their duties. Speaking to Kasama Radio News this morning during a peaceful strike demostration, the workers complained that they are struggling to make ends meet as the company has not cleared their salaries for the last three months, which is December, January and February. “We are demanding for immediate action from the company and equally calling on the government to urgently intervene in the matter, ” the workers lamented. The workers have further stated that they will not report for work until a meeting is held with management to provide a clear way forward. Meanwhile, the workers have also raised concerns over deductions appearing on their payslips for National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) and National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA). “We are unable to access services because the contributions are allegedly not reflecting in the systems with NHIMA and NAPSA,” they disclosed. The workers highlighted that the issue has continued to cause concern among employees, who are now demanding clarification and immediate action. Some workers have also told Kasama Radio News that management has allegedly directed them not to report for work until further notice, a development they say is worrying and requires urgent explanation. In response, Eng. Jose Chamanika, Managing Director of Chambeshi Water Supply and Sanitation Company, acknowledged the workers’ concerns and assured them that measures have been introduced to address their grievances with the urgency they deserve. Eng. Chamanika attributed the delay in paying salaries to operational challenges the company is currently facing. “The cost of producing water is higher than the revenue generated from water sales, making it difficult for the company to sustain its operations,” he explained. He has since called on the workers refrain from shut down water plants, warning that such actions would have serious repercussions on communities, as water is an essential service. End……
KASAMA DISTRICT COMMENCE DELIMITATION SITTINGS.
Kasama District has today launched its delimitation exercise, a significant national process being conducted by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) across the country. The sitting is taking place at the Kasama District Urban Hotel, with various stakeholders from all over the country in attendance. The stakeholders include civil society organizations, faith-based groups, and representatives from political parties. This exercise is part of a nationwide initiative being held in all 116 districts of Zambia to receive submissions from stakeholders and deliberate on the delimitation of constituencies. Speaking at the opening of the delimitation sitting in Kasama this morning, Kasama District Electoral Officer, Innocent Mutambo, emphasized the importance of the exercise, stating that it is a crucial component of a credible electoral process. “This exercise ensures fair, equitable representation, reflecting changes in population distribution and settlement patterns, ” Mr. Mutambo stressed. He added that the process will help strengthen democracy and uphold the principle of equal representation for all citizens. Mr Mutambo further urged participants to actively engage during the meeting, providing data driven input and ensuring transparency and inclusivity. “The delimitation exercise, as stipulated by the Constitution, will be completed, and the new constituencies will be published in the gazette, taking effect on May 15, 2026, when Parliament is dissolved,” he disclosed. The legal foundation for the exercise arises from the Constitution of Zambia Amendment Act No. 13 of 2025, which introduced significant reforms to the electoral system. Among these key reforms is the delimitation of constituencies and the introduction of the mixed-member proportional representation system. The amendment has increased the number of constituency-based seats in the National Assembly from 156 to 226, creating an additional 70 constituencies. End…….
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