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A drug that simultaneously strikes cancer cells’ growth circuits and pipeline to the bloodstream produced encouraging results in a clinical trial involving patients with advanced neuroendocrine tumors, according to a study led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators.

Belzutifan significantly reduced the risk of progression of clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), the most common type of kidney cancer, in patients previously treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors and anti-angiogenic therapies compared with everolimus in a phase 3 clinical trial. The trial, led by Toni K. Choueiri, MD, Director of the Lank Center for Genitourinary Cancer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, showed the risk of progression was reduced by 25-26%.

Compared with pre-surgical (neoadjuvant) chemotherapy alone, adding perioperative immunotherapy—given before and after surgery—significantly improved event-free survival (EFS) in patients with resectable early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Results from the Phase III CheckMate 77T study were presented today at the 2023 European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress by researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

By NATION REPORTER

Chenguang Biotech Agri-Dev has committed to empowering school going children as a way of encouraging them to report for lessons.

On Thursday the company donated items including mealie meal, books ,pencils and ball pens to two schools in the outskirts of Chibombo district.

Vincent Wang the Company’s administration officer said the objective of the company is to grow with the areas it operates in.

Mr Wang said development for the community will take time but that slowly this will be achieved.

He said the company wants to create more employment for the local people.

Mr Wang stated that the company realises the importance of education hence reaching out to schools.

“We want the local people to have a chance to be educated and for t them to have quality education they need support from parents who are mostly employees for the Chenguang.

And Chibombo district commissioner Loyd Kayeka said the company is supplementing government efforts in ensuring that free education is effective and ensuring that learner’s learn in a conduicive environment.

Meanwhile Kakoma ward councilor Michelo Hankaya encouraged parents to take advantage of the free education introduced by government by taking their children.

The two schools that benefited from the donation are Mubimba and Kakunka primary schools.

By LIFESTYLE REPORTER

MEET a local Zambian model who has taken the model industry by storm.

Kunda Mwamulima is a
Top Model Of The world Zambia 2023.

She is a final student at Levy Mwanawasa Medical University
Pursuing a diploma in registered nursing.

” I am friendly , jovial and driven individual who doesn’t believe in unfairness or misleading others.

“I am the reigning queen for Top model of the world Zambia and 2nd runner up for top model of the world which was hosted in Egypt. I also won best body

Her previous titles include Miss University Africa 2021 were she also represented Zambia in Nigeria at the Africa finals
Miss Culture Zambia 2020

She is former Miss University Africa 2021 and Miss Culture Zambia 2020.

Her hobbies include dancing and mobilizing people.

By TROY MUKUPA

MEET professional medical practitioners, Dr. Mwape Khumalo, Dr. Grace Malinda and Dr. Namakau Mukumbuta, owners of ‘Fashion In Medicine’ or FIM wear limited, a successful customized uniform/clothing manufacturing company that has doubled its sales volume over the past 3 years as the most-sought-after and favourite customized uniform wear plug. Speaking to the Daily Nation Lifestyle, they share their journey of how they stumbled upon the idea to start manufacturing customized Hotel, Restaurant, Medical, School, Industrial, Corporate, Spa and Security wear (uniforms), and how they have been able to thrive in this competitive market.

Asked what drove them to pursue a uniform manufacturing company, Mwape Khumalo, the CEO said, “After doing a detailed research on medical uniforms, we found that most people buy uniforms online from different countries because there is not much production in Zambia and a variety of designs, fitting and colour was not so much on the market. We are currently focused on manufacturing uniform wear and 70% of our producer at the moment is medical uniforms. From the word go, our mission has been to support our customers with their custom requests and always be a step ahead while maintaining the highest level of service because we are firm believers of the ‘ you look good, you feel good’ as we continue to establish lasting relationships with our customers”

When asked what makes their store (FIM) stand out, now that shoppers, today, have more choices than ever, Grace Malinda, their CFO responded, “We have a large selection of uniforms plus our uniforms are highly demanded due to their outstanding features like wear and tear, shrinkage resistance and colour lastness. They are available in various colours, style and are also customised as per the requirements of our buyer. Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable as we take pride in our range of products and services. We make apparel, be it small or large scale, design or casual, fast or slow production. We keep it simple and functional. Our priority is that clients enjoy an effective service that is worth. We work to ensure the client’s highest level of satisfaction”

And, Namakau Mukumbuta, their COO, when asked what her favourite part was in running FIM, she responded, “Definitely meeting new customers! Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We value our customers’ opinions and strive to incorporate their suggestions and ideas at each stage. We’re always happy to see new faces drop in who either discovered us through our social media platforms or through a recommendation from a previous client as we have established ourselves as a trendsetting brand of experts in modest uniforms and linen”

With a vision to redefine the narrative of Zambian made uniform wear to fashionable style while providing apparel that exceed customers’ expectations, Mwape, Grace and Namakau, plan to grow FIM brand expand their product compilation which currently consists of a wide range of uniforms such as Hotel, Restaurant, Medical, School, Industrial, Corporate, Spa and Security wear as they continue to cement their brand name in the market.

By Maina Malaya

In 1998, two English police officers camped by the Luangwa River in Kakumbi chiefdom near South Luangwa National Park. Their dream: To build a conservation education centre. Through a wide network and hard work, they made it a reality. The site, now known as the Chipembele Conservation Education Centre, through, the Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust (CWET) has transformed hundreds of local children into conservation experts. In October 2023, CWET marked 25 years of outstanding conservation work and hosted partners and stakeholders to celebrate this milestone.

After leaving England, Anna and Steve Tolan dedicated all their resources to building the centre. In an incredible display of commitment, just 12 days after their arrival, they hosted the first group of teachers and students from the Conservation Club at Mfuwe Basic School for an educational lesson. Chief Kakumbi granted Anna and Steve land remarking “At last, a project for my people”.

A month after the land was given to the couple, on 8 September 1998, the Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust (CWET) was registered in Zambia as a charitable trust. True to the chief’s words, CWET began construction and planning on shaping and supporting, local youths and the community through various activities and programmes.

After a year of community, government, and stakeholder engagement approval was garnered. Construction of the centre commenced in 2000. In that year she met George C. Banda, whom she sponsored through secondary school, making him the first-ever student sponsored by the centre. George is now a local Councilor. This is a testament to the centre’s lasting impact.

Orphans and Anna 2001

Anna continued working, she visited local schools and distributed Chongololo magazines from the Wildlife Environmental Conservation Society of Zambia (WECSZ). It was during this time she met and sponsored another brilliant learner. Thandiwe Mweetwa, who is now a manager with the Zambia Carnivore Program.  During CWET’s 25th anniversary celebration, Thandiwe, with tears in her eyes expressed her deep gratitude to Anna. She recounted a rainy day when Anna drove her to the Provincial Education Offices to convince the officers that she should be admitted to St Monicas, one of the best schools in Eastern Province.

During construction, two motherless warthogs wandered onto the site. With no mother to be found, they became the first orphaned animals, giving rise to the animal rehabilitation program.

After a year of triumph, the Conservation Education Centre was officially opened in 2001 on May 27.  The now-renowned conservation education centre includes a well-equipped classroom, a library and a spacious discovery room with wildlife and environmental exhibits. Local school children visit twice a week for a full-day lesson and activities during term time. The centre is also open to the community.

In 2009, an office and house were built on the grounds of Mfuwe Primary School, and the first conservation manager was employed to lead sessions in school conservation clubs. Four years later, a Chipembele classroom was added to the premises. In 2018 four community conservation education positions were created for the four areas the organization was working in. CWET resolved its aim to empower the Luangwa Valley communities to support biodiversity conservation through education and community leadership. The organisation has programs for all stages of education and communities at large.  The first students visited the centre for an all-day session. The group was from Yosefe Basic School, and it included Thandiwe Mweetwa and Kabwiri Banda who is now a wildlife veterinary doctor.

Over the years the organization has established junior and senior conservation clubs in various schools in the region. Community conservation educators (CCEs) work in various chiefdoms conducting conservation education sessions every week during school terms. They work with 40 local schools comprising over 40 conservation clubs.  The educators deliver interactive relatable topics such as animal behaviour, sustainable development, human wildlife conflict among others. Beyond the classrooms, they ensure the learners have practical hands-on experiences by taking them to the national park, the Conservation Centre, camping, computer classes and designing, producing, and distributing a kids’ magazine.  

Targeted at individuals who have graduated high school is the Aspiring Conservation Leaders (ACL) program. The program aims to bridge knowledge gaps for aspiring conservationists. It offers training, field camps, work experience and career development trips. It connects students with conservation NGOs and showcases university conservation programs.

Community engagement has been an ongoing commitment for CWET. Weekly meetings with various members of the Mambwe community and radio shows are held. On these platforms, CWET and partners, including WCP Zambia, discuss and offer practical advice on sustainable livelihoods, women empowerment, and human-wildlife conflict among others. To ensure key stakeholders are reached with such messages, in 2021, CWET, Conservation South Luangwa (CSL) and Zambia Carnivore Program (ZCP) established a quarterly Human-wildlife conflict stakeholders feedback meeting.

For areas that community educators are not able to regularly reach, the Mobile Education Unit comes to the rescue. The team makes trips in their branded and well-known vehicle often lasting multiple days distributing conservation materials such as elephant intervention posters, conservation manuals and school magazines. These trips are also used to conduct lessons in school, and community meetings ensuring no one is left behind. Over 300 pupils are reached on each trip.

To cement the conservation messages running throughout the year on various platforms, CWET hosts its student-led annual Environmental Campaign for one month. The campaign uses radio adverts, themed songs, posters, community talks and action days such as litter picking day to raise awareness of conservation issues. All these satellite activities led to a one-day celebration featuring a parade and a speech by the Chief on conservation. Students present themed dances, plays, songs and poems related to local conservation topics.

Currently, CWET employs over 22 Zambian staff and two international staff and has set up over 40 Conservation Clubs across the region. “We owe our success and its impact in the Luangwa Valley to the unwavering support of our generous donors. We are immensely grateful for their continued backing and contributions” stated Anna Tolan. The organisation has been synonymous with youth empowerment for the past 25 years in Mfuwe. During her speech at the anniversary, Anna also emphasised the importance of the youth in conservation. She included the need for organisations to continue including young people and providing opportunities for them to grow.

…as FAZ Futsal League defending champions Auto face Bullets test 

By MICHAEL MIYOBA

GREEN Buffaloes propelled to second on the FAZ Premier Futsal League table after humiliating newly promoted Mthunzi Futsal Club 12-3 in a Week-3 fixture played on Thursday night at the Automotive Indoor Futsal Arena. 

The victory was Buffaloes second win of the season to move to six points on par with the league leaders Lusaka Automotive Futsal Club.

The victory over Mthunzi was a perfect response from the Lumano Peter-drilled Buffaloes who were determined to bounce back from the painful 6-1 defeat to MUDI Stars in a week two fixture.

Meanwhile, defending champions Lusaka Automotive will fight to maintain their unbeaten run when they play Kitwe Bullets in what promises to be the game of the week.

Bullets, who have picked two stalemates in the first two games will be looking for their first win while seeking revenge against the defending champions who defeated them in last season’s final.

“The game is not going to be easy because we are playing the defending champions. They boast of having the best players in the league but we will try our best to pick a positive result,” Kitwe Bullets coach Witson Nyirenda said in an interview.

Today’s clash promises some intriguing moments as Nyirenda and his head coach at the national team Andrea Cristoforetti renew their league rivalry.

In the other Premier Futsal League matches scheduled for this weekend, Lusaka Avengers will aim to maintain their perfect run when they play Monze George after last weekend’s impressive 7-1 win over Siavonga Beetles.

Avengers will also fight for maximum three points to reclaim second position on the Super League table where Monze George seat on ninth position with only a point after two games played.

Newly promoted Metro Lilanda have a date with Siavonga Beetles who are still searching for their first win while CSS Petauke and Kafue Saints will renew their rivalry with Saints seeking to protect their unbeaten run after picking one win and one draw in the first two game.

FULL FIXTURES:

BS Stars vs MUDI Stars 

Lusaka Avengers vs Monze George 

Metro Lilanda vs Siavonga Beetles 

Kitwe Bullets vs Lusaka Automotive

CSS Petauke vs Kafue Saints.

By LUCY PHIRI 

A WITNESS has told the Lusaka Magistrate Court that the money which former deputy Inspector General of Police Charity Katanga used was genuine, legitimate and was sourced from a genuine source.

Ultrasound—a technology that uses sound waves to produce an image—is commonly used to monitor the development of a baby as it grows inside its mother. But ultrasound imaging also can be used to investigate suspicious masses of tissue and nodules that may be cancerous.