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📺 **WATCH NOW** Missed the public forum on the Zambia–US Health Aid Agreement? 🎤 Moderator: Josiah Kalala 👥 Panellists: Dr. Chitalu Chilufya | Ina Kafunda | Linda Kasonde | George Zulu 🎥 Watch here: facebook.com/share/v/14Vz5U… #ZambiaHealth #PublicForum #WatchNow

Our Country Director, Faides TembaTemba, yesterday afternoon delivered opening remarks at the public forum on the proposed Zambia–United States Health Aid Agreement, convened by the @FreedomLck and the @CofZambia. Watch the Live Session Here: lnkd.in/e8d2NM3q @LindaKasonde

Thank you @diamondtvzambia for broadcasting the LCK Freedom Foundation @FreedomLck , @CofZambia and @ActionAidZambia public forum on the pros, cons, and way forward for Zambia regarding the proposed health aid agreement with the US Government. To watch, please click on the link below: facebook.com/share/v/1DaYYS…

Restructure deals that will benefit citizens -Dr Chitalu Chilufya

The secrecy behind the US Health deal is what brings mistrust, no one is denying that we need the aid - Linda Kasonde

We must escalate health care financing, there are many ways of enhancing health care resources like taxing smoking - Dr Chitalu Chilufya

@DrJawaadArif Hope you enjoy it: facebook.com/share/v/1QLFYs…

@FreedomLck Looking forward to this important discussion on health aid. It’s vital for community well-being. 🌍

📢 **LIVE STREAM ALERT** Watch the Public Forum on the Zambia–USA Health Aid Agreement 🇿🇲 🗓 27 March 2026 ⏰ 14:00–17:00 hrs CAT 📺 Streaming LIVE on the following Facebook pages: LCK Freedom Foundation Chapter One Foundation Global Platform Join the conversation 👇 #ZambiaHealth #LiveStream #PublicForum

Health Aid or hidden cost? Join the conversation on the Zambia–USA Health Aid Agreement and explore what’s at stake for Zambia’s future, sovereignty, and healthcare system. #LCKFreedomFoundation #ActionAidZambia

Right after her installation as Archbishop of Canterbury and leader of the Anglican Communion, a prayer was said for Sarah Mullally in Bemba by Archbishop Albert Chama.

Every once in a while, a ewe will give birth to a lamb and reject it. There are many reasons she may do this. If the lamb is returned to the ewe, the mother may even kick the poor animal away. Once a ewe rejects one of her lambs, she will never change her mind. These little lambs will hang their heads so low that it looks like something is wrong with its neck. Their spirit is broken. These lambs are called “bummer lambs.” Unless the Shepherd intervenes, that lamb will die, rejected and alone. So, do you know what the Shepherd does? He takes that rejected little one into His home, hand-feeds it and keeps it warm by the fire. He will wrap it up with blankets and hold it to His chest so the bummer can hear His heartbeat. Once the lamb is strong enough, the Shepherd will place it back in the field with the rest of the flock. But that sheep never forgets how the Shepherd cared for him when his mother rejected him. When the Shepherd calls for the flock, guess who runs to Him first? That is right, the bummer sheep. He knows His voice intimately. It is not that the bummer lamb is loved more, it just knows intimately the One who loves it and has experienced that love one on one. So many of us are bummer lambs, rejected and broken. But He is the good Shepherd. He cares for our every need and holds us close to His heart so we can hear His heartbeat. I am a bummer lamb adopted and loved by The Good Shepherd!! Hallelujah!!

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Zambia faces a critical moment where public health, economic sovereignty, and global power dynamics intersect. Reports from the #UnitedStatesDepartment of State, cited by The New York Times, suggest that U.S. officials may withhold #HIV treatment funding unless Zambia grants American firms preferential access to key #minerals like #copper, #cobalt, and #lithium. While presented as a $1 billion health support package over five years, the proposal raises concerns over unusually strict conditions, fairness, and potential coercion, especially with a May 2026 deadline approaching. In this week’s Monday Opinion, Program Manager in the Economic & Climate Prosperity Team at @OpenSociety, Saviour Mwamba, interrogates the implications of this reported ultimatum, arguing that Zambia may hold more bargaining power than it is currently using. Read More 👉ctpd.org.zm/publication/16…

Public Forum Alert! Zambia–USA Health Aid Agreement: **Pros, Cons & Options** 🗓 27 March 2026 ⏰ 14:00 (sharp) 📍 AfricaWorks, Thabo Mbeki Rd Join leading experts to discuss what this deal means for Zambia’s health system 🇿🇲 🎟 FREE ENTRY #ZambiaHealth #PublicForum #Policy #Accountability

Citizen-Funded Politics Is Not Amateurish - It Is the Future of Zambia I refer to the article published by The Editor Zambia on 16 March 2026, which raises questions about the proposal to invite citizens to contribute to the Movement for National Renewal. The article raises an important issue about citizen participation in politics and whether new ideas should be dismissed simply because they depart from established practice. It is therefore appropriate to engage with the issues raised, not at the level of personalities, but at the level of principle. At the heart of the critique is the suggestion that inviting citizens to contribute between K5 and K20,000 per month reflects a misunderstanding of Zambia’s economic realities and risks appearing unrealistic, even “amateurish.” That conclusion, with respect, rests on a mischaracterisation of the proposal. New ideas often appear unrealistic only because they challenge systems we have become accustomed to, even when those systems are not working. The essence of the model is not the upper limit. It is the principle of voluntary citizen participation at any level. Some may contribute K5, others K50, others more. What matters is not the amount, but the collective ownership of the political process. Equally important, participation is not confined to financial contributions. Citizens may also contribute in kind, through time, skills, materials, local organisation, and community mobilisation. Every citizen has something to contribute. Zambia is indeed facing economic hardship. But the real question is this: should politics continue to be funded by a narrow elite while ordinary citizens remain spectators in their own democracy? For decades, politics has depended on a small group of financiers. The result is patronage, capture, and a disconnect between leadership and citizens. A citizen-driven model is an attempt to break that cycle. Zambians already contribute to churches, funerals, and community initiatives, often under difficult circumstances. The issue is not capacity, it is trust, purpose, and ownership. The lived realities of citizens jobs, food prices, electricity are not separate from governance. They are the result of how power is exercised and whether institutions function. Without fixing that, promises remain promises. Connecting with citizens is not only about messaging; it is about building a system that responds to their needs and remains accountable to them. Politics does require organisation and connection with citizens. But politics without ideas and principles becomes empty populism. The task is to bring both together. The Movement for National Renewal is actively building grassroots structures and engaging communities directly across the country. Zambia’s problem has never been a shortage of promises. It has been a shortage of systems capable of delivering them. Ultimately, the question is not who advances an idea, but whether the idea addresses the structural weaknesses in our political system. Ultimately, the choice is clear. We can continue with a system funded by a few and accountable to few, or we can build one owned by citizens and accountable to all. I did not enter public life to repeat failed slogans. Zambia needs something different, institutions that work, rules that are respected, and a politics grounded in citizen participation. That is the future we are building. John Sangwa SC

According to the mother: This happened today at around 4:00am. My son woke up saying his chest was hurting and that he needed to see a doctor. Normally I try to avoid rushing to the hospital because I know how he can be, but this time I decided to take him anyway. On the way there he actually fell asleep, and for a moment I even thought of turning back. But something told me to keep going, so I drove straight to casualty at Groote Schuur Hospital. Nothing could have prepared me for what I was about to witness in the next two hours. About two hours later, a woman came rushing into casualty screaming in a way that cuts straight through your heart. She was carrying her little daughter, who looked about 7 or 8 years old. The pain in that mother’s cry was something I will never forget. Doctors rushed to help, and after a few minutes they came back and told the mother that her daughter was gone. The mother let out the most heartbreaking scream. Everyone in that casualty fell silent. But then something incredible happened. Instead of collapsing, the mother suddenly started praying loudly. “Lord remember me! Lord remember me! It’s me your servant. I have served you faithfully. You are not a man that you should lie!” At that moment I found myself sitting there crying, and I didn’t even realise when I started praying with her. She began praying in tongues, and I joined in. About an hour and a half later, the doctors came back again. The mother saw them and immediately asked, “Is she alive?” And the doctor said something I will never forget: “Yes… we’re preparing a bed for her in ICU.” The entire room froze. The mother screamed again, but this time it was different. She started thanking God, shouting “Jesus, you are faithful!” What amazed me even more is that she didn’t run to go see her daughter immediately. She stayed there for another hour, still praying and thanking God. All I can say is this: I recommend Jesus. I truly do. Because today, with my own eyes, I witnessed something that felt like a miracle — the power of prayer. There’s probably only a 1% chance that woman will ever read this, but if she does, I want her to know that she changed my life today. I will never forget this day. #Copied

🚨 Job Alert: Programmes Manager Opportunity! Are you passionate about driving impactful programmes and leading teams to success? This is your opportunity to step into a role where strategy meets impact. We’re looking for an experienced and results-oriented Programmes Manager to oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of high-impact initiatives. If you excel at strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivering measurable outcomes this role is for you. 📌 Apply now and be part of a team creating meaningful and lasting change. Chapter One Foundation is seeking to recruit a highly competent, experienced, and values-driven professional to serve as Programme Manager on a fixed-term contract based in Lusaka, Zambia Chapter One Foundation is a Zambian civil society organisation working to advance human rights, constitutionalism, rule of law, and accountable governance through strategic litigation, policy engagement, civic action, and institutional reform. The Programme Manager will play a central leadership role in shaping, delivering, and growing the organisation's programme portfolio, ensuring that programmes are strategically designed, effectively implemented, and capable of delivering measurable impact in a complex and evolving governance environment The successful candidate will provide leadership in programme development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, donor engagement, compliance oversight, and stakeholder coordination. The role requires strong strategic judgement, institutional maturity, and the ability to translate complex governance and human rights priorities into credible, well-managed programmes. The successful candidate will also be expected to work closely with management and contribute to institutional strategy, fundraising, and organisational development. The candidate must possess the following A master's degree in Law, Human Rights, Public Policy, Development Studies, Governance, or a related field Admission to the Zambian Bar with at least five years post-admission experience in public law At least five years of progressive professional experience in programme management, preferably within civil society, governance, advocacy, development, or human rights institutions Demonstrated experience in programme design, donor proposal development, grant management, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation Proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including cooperating partners, public institutions, civil society actors, and communities Strong analytical, writing, leadership, and communication skills Sound knowledge of Zambia's constitutional, legal, governance, and human rights environment The successful candidate must demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, political sensitivity, and a strong commitment to the mission and values of Chapter One Foundation. Applications should include: A cover letter indicating motivation, experience, and why the candidate fits the role Detailed curriculum vitae Contact details of three professional referees The above requested documentation should be attached as one document. Applications must be sent to careers@cof.org.zm with the subject line "Programme Manager Application. The deadline for the application is 31 March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Chapter One Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to merit, inclusion, and professional excellence. #JobAlert #ProgrammesManager #NowHiring #CareerOpportunity #DevelopmentJobs

A real example of our values, and U.S.-Africa policy being upside down. As a former Assistant Secretary of State for Africa it saddens me to see American health assistance from PEPFAR, a program that has saved so many lives, being weaponized as a bargaining chip against vulnerable populations living with HIV in Zambia. nytimes.com/2026/03/16/hea…

In Case You Missed It 📺 LCK Freedom Foundation @FreedomLck Executive Director @LindaKasonde joined KBN TV’s #StateOfTheNation programme on Thursday to discuss the proposed Zambia–US Health Deal and the state of Zambia’s democratic space ahead of the 2026 general elections. Watch the discussion and stay engaged. #Zambia #Democracy #Governance youtu.be/rjWqRIku_RM