ZICTA DONATES COMPUTERS TO MONZE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF TRAINING COLLEGE
The Zambia Information Communication Technology Authority (ZICTA) has donated 30 computers and 1 projector to the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, specifically allocated to Monze Community Development Staff Training College. Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, Ms. Angela Kawandami has described the donation as pivotal in enhancing digital teaching and learning at […]
Read MoreGOVERNMENT CALLS FOR STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION TO ADDRESS POVERTY AND VULNERABILITY
The government has called for stakeholder collaboration to address poverty and vulnerability, especially during this time when the country is navigating the hunger situation amidst the drought. Acting Minister of Community Development and Social Services, Ms. Brenda Tambatamba says it is an undeniable fact that the country faces critical food and nutrition insecurity due […]
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1000 DAYS NUTRITION PROGRAMME IDENTIFIED AS A VITAL INVESTMENT IN THE FUTURE OF OUR CHILDREN
The 1000 Days nutrition programme, an intervention implemented by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services with support from the United Nations in Zambia and Cooperating Partners, provides essential support to pregnant women and children under the age of 2 years. The program promotes access to adequate nutrition and healthcare during this vital phase, […]
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WORLD BANK PLEDGES CONTINUED SUPPORT TOWARDS SOCIAL PROTECTION
World Bank Managing Director Mr. Wencai Zhang has reaffirmed the Bank´s support to Zambia towards improving the livelihoods of vulnerable and poor people in the country. Speaking in Chibombo District, Mr. Zhang expressed satisfaction with the implementation of social protection programs in Zambia, particularly those supported by the World Bank such as the Social […]
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GOVERNMENT KEEN TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES OF ACCESSING ASSISTIVE DEVICES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Government through the Ministry Of Community Development and Social Services says it is working tirelessly to address the challenges of accessing assistive devices for persons with disabilities. The 2015 National Disability Survey indicates that only 16.5% of persons with disabilities have access to assistive devices in the country, which Ministry Permanent Secretary, Ms. Angela Kawandami […]
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MCDSS HOLDS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST TRAINING ON THE EFFECTIVE UTILIZATION OF ASSISTIVE DEVICES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
The Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has hosted occupational therapist training, following the arrival of assorted assistive devices donated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The training is being done through the Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ZAPD) to occupational therapists from 5 provinces namely, Eastern, Western, Muchinga, Luapula […]
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DEFYING THE ODDS: YOUNG SENANGA COUPLE CULTIVATES LOVE AND LAND AMIDST ADVERSITY
In the heart of Senanga district in Western Province, amidst a challenging crop failure, one couple stands out not just for their resilience, but also for their dedication to cultivating a dignified life. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Muisiya from the Lukanda Community Welfare Assistance Committee (CWAC), whose love for each other and their land has […]
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PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ASSURED OF GOVERNMENT SUPPORT TO UPLIFT THEIR WELFARE.
Government has assured persons with disabilities of the utmost support to uplift their welfare, especially during humanitarian crises. Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, Permanent Secretary, Ms. Angela Kawandami has observed that persons with disabilities are the most affected during crises such as the current drought emergency which the country is experiencing. Ms. Kawandami […]
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GOVERNMENT, UNICEF COLLABORATE TO PROMOTE WELFARE OF CHILDREN AMIDST DROUGHT EMERGENCY
UNICEF has pledged to provide support for children in Zambia amidst the drought situation. According to the UNICEF Deputy Country Representative, Dr Nejmudin Kedir Bilal, the drought has exacerbated issues such as child labor, sexual exploitation, and other forms of abuse, necessitating urgent intervention. This came to light during a courtesy call on the Ministry […]
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