25th February, 2019. Press Release For Immediate Publication RE: MENTAL HEALTH BILL IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY This press statement is released in relation to the passing of the Mental Health Bill No. 1 of 2019 through first reading in the
ZAMBIA: TOWARDS A FULLY INCLUSIVE ELECTORAL PROCESS-By Mr. Wamundila Waliuya
Zambia continues to be a beacon of light in the growth of democracy on the African continent. The country goes to the general elections in August this year under a new constitution that has significantly altered the electoral environment.
THE BREAKFAST MEETING ON THE COMMUNITY BASED REHABILITATION (CBR) AFRICA CONFERENCE AT SOUTHERN SUN HOTEL
THE CBR CONFERENCE IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ZAMBIA TO SHARE EXPERIENCES AND BEST PRACTICES ON INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT REGARDING THE WELLBEING OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN COMMUNITIES. YOU ARE WELL AWARE THAT THE GOVERNMENT THROUGH THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
2016 Elections must bring renewed hope
There are many issues affecting persons with disabilities in Zambia. Only a small fraction of the work force with disabilities is in both formal and informal employment. If they earn a living, the majority is in the informal agricultural
DRW OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON IDPD 2014
On the 3rd of December, 2014, Zambia commemorated the International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) just like any other country in the world. This year’s theme is “Sustainable Development: the Promise of Technology”. In Zambia, the theme focuses on