Economic growth alone may not be enough to deliver the internationally agreed target to end human deaths from dog-mediated rabies, according to new research from the University of Surrey. The study identifies that targeting vulnerable populations and improving responsible pet ownership are urgently needed to eradicate the deadly disease, which has strong associations with poverty.
SECURITY SYSTEMS IN LOCAL AUTHORITIES NEEDS ADDRESSING
Dear Editor,
Allow me to appreciate the ongoing improvements of services in the local Authorities by the new dawn administration.
However, the safety of council police who work with Revenue collectors who handle huge sum of money is at stake.
I wish to request the government of the day, to consider a special military training for the council police and allow them to handle specified fire arms.
Your quick consideration on this matter will serve not only the local authorities but the security wellbeing of the society and the entire decentralisation system.
RABBSOM WA DAKA,
Luangwa Feira Extension.
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FIC REPORT NAMES SOUTH AFRICA – as Zambia’s most prevalent partner in Trade-Based Money Laundering (TBML)
By OLIVER SAMBOKO
A latest Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) report has revealed that South Africa is the most prevalent jurisdiction for Trade Based Money Laundering (TBML) among trade partners with Zambia.
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