WestMac Media : July 2014

Thursday, 31 July 2014

Apply for 2014 Michigan Presidential Scholarship program for Africans (fully funded)

Deadline: 15th December, 2014

The University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) program is now open to early- career faculty from African universities for residencies lasting to six months at the Ann Arbor campus.

Former Zambia coach, Herve Renard, has been named new Ivory Coast coach by the Ivorian FA on Thursday.

The 45-year-old Frenchman succeeds his fellow countryman Sabri lamouchi, who stepped down as coach after the country failed at the 2014 World Cup.

Deadline: 29 August 2014

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has announced a Call for Proposals for the 2014 DAPC Grants to provide funding support to NGOs in low- and middle-income countries. Proposed projects have to connect youth to the activities of the UNODC Youth Initiative. The grant has been issued with the support of the Drug Abuse Prevention Centre (DAPC) of Japan.

By Jennipher Lynn

Beyoncé has continued to silence rumours of trouble in her and Jay-Z’s marriage paradise, with an Instagram snap captioned, “My favourite hue is JayZ Blue”. The photo shows Jay walking along a beach, cradling the couple’s two-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy.

The Internet.org introduces an App to make the internet accessible to more people by providing a set of free basic services.Internet.org is a Facebook-led initiative aimed at getting more people online.

With this App, Airtel Zambia subscribers can browse a set of useful health, employment and local information services without data charges. By providing free basic services via the app, Internet.org hope to bring more people online and help them discover valuable services they might not have otherwise.

The Internet.org App will be available first to Airtel subscribers in Zambia and we’ll continue to improve the experience and roll it out to other parts of the world.

Ebola epidemic 'out of control'

Ebola has proved to be one of the scariest diseases on the planet, with its sudden onset, horrific symptoms and the need for doctors and nurses to wear protective clothing. But in spite of the climbing numbers of cases in west Africa and the apparent alarming pronouncements of prominent individuals in the UK, the threat to this country is considered very low.

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Position:Research Manager (Zambia-Malawi)

Reports to: Country Director

Deadline to apply: Rolling

Desired start date: Rolling

Length of commitment: 2+ years

On values of legacy

A legacy that will shape the lives of generations to come…Celebrating the life of a true citizen of this world, a man who hoped for a better economic and social future for each and everyone of us…His values live on through his legacy…

Hon. Sampa economically empowers youths of Matero

Hon. Miles Sampa, Matero Member of Parliament selects to pass on his gratuity to economically empower youths both in Matero and other parts of Zambia. Hon. Sampa is also deputy minister in the Ministry of Commerce,trade and Industry.

Top 10 business African women in technology

The domination of men in Africa in most sectors of the economy is very common. While the reason for this trend is debatable in some circles, it would be totally wrong to say women have not been able to carve a place for themselves. In the world of technology, there exist few African Women in Technology taking the continent by storm. These women and their love for technology are greatly admired both locally and internationally. Today we take time out to give reference to these women in technology that are making the African continent proud.

Apply for the 2014 Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program – Morocco (Fully-funded)

Deadline: July 28, 2014

The German Marshall Fund of the United States and the OCP Policy Center are inviting applications for the 2014 Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program, a unique opportunity for rising leaders, taking place October 22-26, 2014, at the Palmeraie Hotels and Resorts in Marrakesh, Morocco.

By Winston Muleba II

Innovation must be better for beneficiaries; second it must ultimately prove cheaper for one’s project; and, finally, innovation must make things simpler for staff says Joshua Muzala.

By Winston Muleba II

“The sky is not the limit, you can go as high as you want to, and as long as you put your mind to It.” says Mutibo Chijikwa. Chijikwa is an entomologist and is currently working for Cotton Development Trust.

Apply for 2015/2016 Czech Government Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries

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Deadline: September 30th 2014 The Government of the Czech Republic offers scholarships within the framework of its Foreign Development Assistance in support of the study of foreign nationals from developing countries at public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic.

A Zambian staff member with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), who was abducted in Nyala, South Darfur, on 6 July, was freed today after almost 20 days in captivity.

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The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation along with the UK Department of International Development (DFID) call Concept Memo from organizations willing to design and manage small grants program to conduct research on the drivers of food choice among poor people in developing countries.

Bill Gates,Vernon Mwanga honored with degrees

Ethiopia's Addis Ababa University on Thursday conferred Microsoft founder, Bill Gates with an honorary degree in recognition for his role to humanity. Bill Gates is no stranger to honorary degrees. In 2007 he even got an honorary doctorate from Harvard, where he had dropped out as an undergraduate years three decades earlier. But he seems especially touched by the degree bestowed this week at Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia - Africa's oldest nation and the cradle of humanity.

In the same vein the Copperbelt University conferred a Honorary Doctorate Degree on Vernon Mwanga, a veteran politician.

Mwekera: Promoting fish farming in Zambia

By LINDA NYONDO

HE was happy to receive the visitors, especially after learning that the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock aquaculture deputy director had travelled from Lusaka to the Copperbelt to interact with fish farmers on how to go about their activities.

Apply for UNODC Grants for HIV Prevention, Treatment & Care for people who Inject Drugs

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Deadline: 20 August 2014

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the UNAIDS convening agency on HIV prevention, treatment and care for people who use drugs, invites proposals from civil society organizations working in the area of harm reduction. The primary aim of the funding opportunity is to strengthen the capacity of civil society to address HIV prevention, treatment, care and support among people who inject drugs.

Bishop in kitwe nabbed for allegedly having sex with nine young girls

Recently, Stephen Kampyongo, the deputy home affairs Minister said government was concerned at the mushrooming of ‘born again’ churches stating that they needed regulation due to such incidents as here reported.

Fr Frank Bwalya

Fr Bwalya Frank pose holding opaque beer Chibuku shake shake.

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Position: IT Specialist, Phoenix Support x1

Company: Cavmont Bank Limited,Lusaka Zambia

Deadline:24 July 2014

Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Head of Operations. The candidate will be responsible for the provision of guidance to staff on the processing of monetary transactions on the system to ensure balancing of transactions on a daily basis and provide support on reports and systems integration. Key results areas;

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Position: Management Accountant x1

Company: Cavmont Bank Limited,Lusaka Central (Zambia)

Deadline: 24 July 2014

Cavmont Bank Limited is a diversified financial institution with 19 branches across the country that provides high quality products, services and financial solutions to the Retail and Corporate markets.

ECZ responds to statues pull down campaign

A campaign which was launched by Mubita Nawa, a lusaka motivational speaker and businessman to have the recently unveiled statue pulled down,ECZ respond through Mr Tembo.Mr Ronald Tembo says “we shall consult administratively in accordance with our operational procedures and structures, and take appropriate action to ensure that this issue reaches its logical conclusion.”

Reports have been doing the rounds for a while now that Beyonce and Jay Z are planning to go their separate ways after they wrap up their 'On The Run' tour later this year. The rumours have been fueled by the fact that the couple have both had their 'IV' wedding tattoos removed and are no longer wearing their wedding rings.

Canon Collins Trust was founded in 1981 by the British Defence and Aid Fund for Southern Africa. Named in honour of its founder, Canon John Collins of St Paul’s Cathedral, our vision was to equip South African and Namibian exiles with the skills and education denied to them by apartheid. Priority was given to refugees active in the political struggle for freedom, with a view to their returning home to rebuild their communities after apartheid was overthrown. We are currently open for applications. Please apply here. In partnership with the Graça Machel Trust, we award this scholarship on an annual basis.

Teacher beats up a catholic nun

Reacting to a step taken by a teacher who beat up a catholic nun,Fr Bwalya who is also ABZ president in press statement says “Our party strongly condemns the barbaric behaviour of a school teacher at Roma Girls Secondary School in Lusaka that savagely beat up a Catholic nun who is head teacher of the same school.”

South African Saneie Masilelea, 9 is the world's youngest groom for the second time after remarrying Helen Shabangu, 62, whom he had married again a year ago.

FOUNDATION for Democratic Process (FODEP) is calling on all stakeholders in the electoral process to strongly advocate for the application and invoking of the provisions of the Electoral Code of Conduct of 2011 throughout the electoral cycle to take care of premature electoral campaigns in the country.

Deadline: 12 Septemeber 2014

Established in 2010, the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships form a selective programme designed to identify and support future African leaders. The Ibrahim Leadership Fellows receive mentoring from the current leaders of key multilateral institutions. Through this annual fellowship programme, the mo ibrahim foundation seeks to deepen and broaden our growing network which continues to contribute its skills and learning to a better Africa.

By Winston Muleba II

In life, sometimes we ask for an apple and life give us lemons. Many have lost track, hope, confidence, friends, because of various encounters in life. In high school my physics teacher taught me that “to every action there is an equal and opposite reaction”. This is newton’s third law of motion, which basically explains how forces must balance up. I want to assume that when Newton was coming up with principles like the one quoted; he went through hard times this is to assume he chose to subject his life to public criticism for his theories, dedicated most of his time studying when others were busy having fun and perhaps hardly had good food because of his tight schedule for his works. However his tireless efforts and hard times turned out to be worth celebrating. His science theories have outlived him and decades after the other have digested them for their studies.

On Business

Business built around your individual strength and talent will have a much greater chance of succes.

Friday, 18 July 2014

Dangote is Africa’s first $20billion man

Nigerian billionaire and Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote has become the first African entrepreneur to lay claim to a $20 billion fortune as the stock value of his largest holding,Dangote Cement, leaped just about three-fourths since March when Forbes released its annualranking of the world’s richest people.

The Application Deadline has now been extended from July 21, 2014 until July 31, 2014

Are you a scientist, entrepreneur, researcher, or innovator who is interested in applying to compete in GIST Tech-I 2014? GIST Tech-I Competition aims at bringing together innovative science and technology entrepreneurs to compete at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Morocco. Before you apply, you should first confirm that you are eligible to compete.

Malaysia Airlines crashes in Ukraine

Malaysia Airlines MH17 passenger jet has crashed in Ukraine near the Russian border .The Boeing 777 flying from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur had 280 passengers and 15 crew members on board.

Cause of the crash yet unknown.

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Housing Officer – Ref.KTHO x1

Company:Educore Services vision

Closing: 31 July 2014

Educore Services vision is to provide world-class education services within all levels of the Zambian education system, through the provisionof its technical, management and training capabilities. This proposal seeks initiate its capability investment into five schools in the North West Province of Zambia through a partnership with First Quantu Minerals (FQM).This partnership will see a huge investment in the construction,commissioning and operating of these schools to support their growth and development. Educore Services is seeking a Housing Officer for the Kabitaka Housing Complex in Solwezi.

Deadline: 8 October 2014

Are you a Photographer? Here is one more opportunity to showcase your skill and win US$2000 gift certificate for photography equipment and accessories. The condition is – you should be at least 18 years of age and your photograph must contain the impact of microfinance and financial inclusion. Are you ready? Submit your original images that do not infringe the rights of others. You can submit up to 20 images with brief description and country where the photo was taken.

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Position: Managing Director

Company: Eastern Water and Sewerage Company Limited

Eastern Water and Sewerage Company Limited was incorporated as a private company limited by shares, under the Companies Act (Cap 388 of the Laws of Zambia) on 12th May 2008. The Company’s mission is to effectively provide safe, adequate and affordable water supply and sanitation services with maximum efficiency to the existing and potential clients in the urban and pen-urban areas ol Eastern Province. In pursuance of this mission, the Company is seeking the services of a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to fill in the following vacancy:

Become an IDEX Fellow and be part of six-months of Intrapreneurial Leadership Training across India

Deadline: 31 August 2014

The Intrapreneur Development Experience (IDEX) invites youth around the globe to participate in IDEX Global Fellows Program, an opportunity to take part in six-months of intrapreneurial leadership training across India.

Herve Renard

Frenchman Hervé Renard has submitted his CV for Ivory Coast’s vacant coaching post and appears to be one of the top favourites for the job, according to sources close to the Ivorian FA.

The 45-year-old former defender has been out of job since quitting French team Sochaux last season.

Renard holds most of the credentials demanded by Ivorian officials for the job, including command of the French language, a former post at a club or a national team and some experience in African football.

Bobby needs people's support to get through this difficult period says Slap Dee

After being quite for so long, Mwila Musonda commonly known as Slap Dee airs out his views over Bobby East sex tape on behalf of XYZ Entertainments.Mwila Musonda is the founder/CEO of XYZ Entertainment Ltd.

Application Deadline: July 31st 201

On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) invites foreign citizens who are interested in studying for a specialization, master, doctorate, conducting graduate or postdoctoral research, or taking part in an undergraduate or graduate-level academic mobility program , to participate in the 2015 Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students.

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Sales Representatives x110

Mecer Zambia is looking for for dedicated persons to fill the position of sales representatives to
be based in the following towns

Emmanuel Chenda

Dr Guy Scott dismisses speculations that he has been replaced by Emmanuel Chenda. Mr. Chenda is currently the Minister of Local Government and Housing.

In the early hours of yesterday President Michael Chilufya Sata chaired a full Cabinet Meeting at State House attended by all senior Cabinet Ministers that are present in the country.

In an interview with Lusaka's Q FM radio station, Dr. Scott also Lusaka Central Member of Parliament said claims by some online media publications that he had been sacked were simply not true. The purported firing of the Vice President later made rounds on social media with some media practitioners publishing in haste without getting confirmation.

Dr Guy Scott

Apply for Moroccan Scholarships

Deadline: Friday 18th July 2014

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambian nationals that meet the minimum requirements outlined here below to contest for Twenty Five (25) undergraduate scholarships under the Moroccan Government Scholarship Scheme for the 2014/2015 Academic Year. Available are: Pharmacy, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Economics & Management, Computer Science, Geology, Computer Mathematics, Earth Sciences & Universe.

Paid employment should never take the place of your real passion says Alison Ngibuini

Alison Ngibuini

Alison Ngibuini gave up her job with an advertising agency to pursue a passion in producing Kenyan-made soap operas. She was getting increasingly disturbed by the huge number of Nigerian, Mexican and other foreign dramas dominating the Kenyan scene and decided to pursue an opportunity in producing Kenyan programmes for the local audience.

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Theatre Nurses x2
Company:Lusaka Trust Hospital Lusaka

Trust Hospital is a reputable and very busy private hospital situated in Woodlands. The hospital strives to provide comprehensive, high quality and affordable medical services and is seeking to recruit:

President Michael Sata has today Monday, July 14, 2014 chaired a full Cabinet Meeting at State House attended by all senior Cabinet Ministers that are present in the country. This has been confirmed by some Ministers that attended the meeting today.

Sunday, 13 July 2014

Mawano Kambeu: investment professional, technology expert

Mawano Kambeu

By Winston Muleba II

IT IS said that business opportunities are like buses, there is always another one that will come. Mawano Kambeu, who is a Zambian entrepreneur, investment professional and technology expert, says an entrepreneur must make more opportunities than he finds.

Patrick Ngowi

Patrick Ngowi showed the signs of entrepreneurship early in life. From supplying mobile call credit to local vendors, he became an importer and dealer in cheap mobile phones which he mostly sold to poor rural people. Noticing that many of his customers had no electricity to charge their phone batteries, Patrick saw the goldmine in solar energy. A few years after studying renewable energy, this young man built a million-dollar fortune in solar energy – one of Africa’s most lucrative but unexplored opportunities. Today, he is one of the leaders in a virgin industry with a bright future. This article explores the inspiring and impressive story of this young man including several things you can learn from his remarkable achievement.

Bobby East and Ruth Mukanga to appear in Magistrate court

Robert Chungu and Ruth Mukanga

Both Robert Chungu stage name Bobby East were arrested over Sex Tape. The Zambia Police yesterday arrested Zambian Musician Bobby East and Ruth Mukanga for making and distributing pornography.

Police Spokesperson Munganga Chanda said the two were arrested in Lusaka yesterday and will appear at the Lusaka Magistrate Court on Monday July 14.

The two were since released on Police Bond.

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Financial Controllers x2-Ref number: UF2014/43465/LUSA.

Organization/Company: The Embassy of Sweden in Lusaka

Application deadline: July 25 2014

Start date: September 22, 2014 and November 17, 2014 respectively

Duration of position: 7 months

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Administrative officer-Dolomite Aggregates Ltd

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Deadline: September 12, 2014

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Apply for Yunus & Youth Fellowship Programme for Social Entrepreneurs

Application Deadline: July 15 2014

The Yunus & Youth Fellowship Programme for Social Entrepreneurs. is a 6-month global program empowering young social entrepreneurs to develop to their fullest potential and supporting them to build, expand, and accelerate their social venture.

Apply for tomorrow’s Peacebuilders Competition 2014 – Win a trip + $4,000 Grant

Deadline: July 21, 2014

Are you a peacebuilder? Do you need some support to help you grow your impact and strengthen your organisation? If yes, apply now to win the annual ‘Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders’ competition. Peace Direct believes that in every conflict there are local organisations doing remarkable work to prevent violence and build peace. The competition seeks to find the best emerging peacebuilding organisations across the globe.

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Graduate Mining Engineer—Ref 1440

Reporting to the Mine Engineering Superintendent, you will assist with provision of ore and waste production related activities to allow for the efficiepnt, optimal and profitable extraction of ore from the ore bodies. Your duties will include, but not limited to the following:

No hobby or past-time is too ordinary or irrelevant to be unprofitable says Linda Ikeji

Linda Ikeji

Linda Ikeji a successful blogger who makes a lot of money from gossip has proven that no hobby or past-time is too ordinary or irrelevant to be unprofitable. She started her blog in 2006 with no particular intention of making money online. Her blog posts feature the latest society gossip, celebrity talk and details of her personal life. The blog’s original content, sensational articles and close engagement with readers have earned her a huge following in Nigeria and the diaspora. Our estimates reveal her blog’s income stacks up to $65,000 every month. How did this ordinary Nigerian achieve this extraordinary income? Let’s find out…

Africans consume up to 40 percent of bananas produced in the world every year. Like maize, rice and wheat, bananas are one of the most important and widely eaten food staples in East Africa. Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi are among the world’s largest producers and people in these countries eat up to 400 kilograms of bananas every year – the highest consumption rate in the world! Despite this huge demand and market, many smallholder banana farmers in Kenya do not make enough money from their harvests due to poor storage, wastage and exploitative middlemen. In just three years, Eric Muthomi, a 27-year old law graduate has built a successful business from solving the banana problem in Meru, his Kenyan hometown. This article tells the inspiring story of this young man and his brilliant idea which has won several awards and placed him on the 2013 Forbes List of Best Young African Entrepreneurs.

Most entrepreneurs are usually carried away by the prospects of making big bucks and forget to think the business through. Fish farming is no exception! You will have to learn the technical basics of the trade and do your homework. Luckily, there are very rich manuals out there to help you get started.