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Sunday, May 08, 2005

Dutch nationals deported

By CHARITY MUSA

THE immigration department has given two Dutch nationals 48 hours in which to leave the Zambia for illegal entry into the country.

Immigration department public relations Mulako Mbangweta said the duo have paid K1.08 million admission of guilt fines. (Full story)

First Lady challenges women in the media

By PETER CHIKWAMPU

The First Lady, Mrs Maureen Mwanawasa, has challenged women in the media to report more on issues affecting women and children, particularly health and gender-based violence, as a way of helping to save lives.

Mrs Mwanawasa also said women lagged behind in many issues affecting them because they lacked access to information. (Full story)

PUDD sets date for convention

By FELIX NKINKE

PARTY for Unity Democracy and Development (PUDD) spokesperson Danny Pule has announced September 28-30 as the dates for the party's first national convention to held at Masiye Motel in Kabwe.

Dr Pule also said that Dr Frederick Chiluba was asked to join PUDD if he so wished, but the former president has not responded to the invitation yet. (Full story)