Malik Graphics Technologies

By Hlupekile Nkunika

Eastern Province Education Officer Allan Lingambe has dispelled media speculations that the covid-19 has fueled an increase in cases of teenage pregnancies and early marriages in Eastern Province as there is no data to prove that there has been an increase in the two social issues.

Speaking in an interview, Dr. Lingambe said contrary to the speculations in the media, latest data from the second quarter of 2020 show that there has been a reduction in both teen pregnancies and early marriages in the province.

He stated that the Ministry of General Education has not done an assessment to conclude that the pandemic has contributed to a rise in teen pregnancies and early marriages saying the assessments are done on a quarterly basis.

Dr. Lingambe noted that although the covid-19 pandemic might have a negative impact on the education sector, there is need to ascertain such speculations by carrying out a proper assessment.

He stated that there is need to prove if there is a linkage between the two social ills and the covid-19 pandemic as eastern province has been recording teen pregnancies and child marriages annually.

Recently, a teacher in Sinda district charged that the covid-19 pandemic has fueled an increase in teen pregnancies and early marriages.

Mulela Primary School Head Teacher in Sinda district, Francis Kangwa, alleged that three grade nine girls at his school fell pregnant.

Registered vehicles for sale, call 0978651376

Good second hand DESK TOP computer, for sale. LCD monitor, neat and high processing speed... just K1300. call +260963336713

Car Branding is our Job. Bring your vehicle and experience our low rates. We make Chipata green.

Good second Hand laptop for sale. only at K1000. Negotiable. Call: +260 978651376 any time

South Luangwa National (documentary videos) "we backup the memories".

WINDOWS XP NO LONGER SUPPORTED

On April 8th of 2014 Microsoft will cease support of Windows XP. Why is this important, and why should I care? We’ve answered a few questions for you that might get you thinking about why it’s important to upgrade to a later version of Windows.

What does it mean if Windows XP is “no longer supported”?

The biggest issue with an unsupported version of Windows is that it will no longer receive software updates from Windows Update. Software updates play an important role in insuring your system runs efficiently and securely. Windows Updates typically include security updates that can help protect your PC from harmful viruses, spyware, and other malicious software, which can steal your personal information. Windows Updates also include the latest software updates to improve the reliability of Windows—new drivers for your hardware and more.