Top news items in major Zambian media outlets

LUSAKA, Jan. 16 (Xinhua) -- The following are news highlights in Zambia's major media outlets on Tuesday.

-- More than 20,000 pigs have either died or have been slaughtered in northern Zambia as a result of the African swine fever outbreak.

Minister of Livestock and Fisheries Michael Katambo said the outbreak of the fever was a blow to the pig farmers as it had claimed a huge number of animals. (Times of Zambia)

-- The Zambian government intends to lure investors from the Far East dealing in Mukula timber logs to invest in value addition factories that will allow citizens to benefit from the sector.

Minister of Lands Jean Kapata said adding value to the commodity locally will help curb the illegal trading and indiscriminate cutting of timber. (Zambia Daily Mail)

-- The Zambian government said it has invested 38 million U.S. dollars in the improvement of water supply and sanitation in the western part of the country. (Daily Nation)

-- Head coach of the Zambia national soccer team said the team will not relax after winning its opening group game at the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Morocco on Sunday. (The Mast) Enditem