LUSUNGU CHIKOWELA Lusaka WHEN Niza Mwambazi lost her grandmother to diabetes, she resolved to develop an innovation that would enable people living with the condition to get treatment early. This resolve led to her development of the ‘The Beetroot Bandage’, an antibacterial dressing that uses a natural pH indicator extracted from beetroot to detect possible
THOMAS NGALA Lusaka CONCEIVED in 2013 and formalised in 2015, the expanded School Health Programme (SHP), with support from Healthy Learners, continues to support the Government’s Free Education Policy by ensuring the health of learners is prioritised. The programme integrates basic healthcare directly into schools by training teachers as community health workers, constructing school health
Frank Mulenga’s journey to the top of the class ZIPPORAH MUSHALA Lusaka EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD Frank Mulenga is an avid Grade 12 pupil in Lusaka with a profound passion for the natural sciences. Outside the classroom, he often enjoys a game of golf. However, Frank’s life story is anything but average, as he was diagnosed with autism,
SAVING money is a smart habit that anyone can learn. Even if you don’t earn a lot, you can still save and prepare for the future. Here are some easy tips: Save a little at a time You don’t need a lot of money to start saving. Even a small amount, like 5 percent or
Dear Editor, I am a concerned student writing to express the urgent need for schools to implement comprehensive sensitisation programmes on gender-based violence (GBV). Despite increased awareness, many students remain unaware of the forms, causes, and impact of GBV. Schools play a crucial role in shaping young minds and must address this issue proactively. GBV
Learners in Chongwe District are now freely visiting clinics to access sexual and reproductive health services following the introduction of men’s clinics in schools. According to youth activist Joel Chinyanta, young people were previously hesitant to openly visit medical facilities before these clinics were established. Mr Chinyanta explained in an interview that youth clubs have
Have you ever heard of sickle cell disease? It is a condition that affects the way red blood cells work. Normally, red blood cells are like superheroes, carrying oxygen throughout our bodies. However, for children with sickle cell, these cells become stiff and shaped like half-moons or sickles. Imagine being a happy child living in
If you ever feel unsafe or need help, there are special numbers you can call. GBV Line – 933: Call or send a message if someone is hurting you, even if it is someone you know. Childline – 116: A free helpline for children who feel scared, worried or need someone to talk to. Both
