Greetings from JCTR,We are happy as always to share with you the latest Basic Needs Basket for Lusaka and accompanying Press Release. We hope this information is helpful for you.To get more on this and other JCTR activities, please visit our Website, follow us on Twitter, like our Facebook page or contact us on the address and numbers indicated below. We also invite you to visit our well stocked resource room for your research and other information needs.Do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions, requests or comments. We always appreciate your feedback on how you are using the Basket.Mwiinga Shimilimo (Miss)E-mail: basicjctr@jesuits.org.zm Website: www.jctr.org.zmPress ReleaseThe Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has noted with great concern that poor infrastructure, particularly in the area of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) are a hindrance to enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights especially for people with disabilities. READ MOREPress Release 12th September 2014GOVERNMENT PLANS AND POLICIES SHOULD ADDRESS RISING COST OF LIVINGThe Zambian Government through Ministry of Finance recently issued the Green paper. The Green Paper is a tentative government report and consultation document of policy proposals for debate and discussion usually without any commitment to action. The Green Paper in this case therefore provides details of Government’s current thinking as it prepares the 2015 Budget. The Ministry of Finance in its green paper states that the 2015 budget is premised on Government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing inclusive growth and advance social justice, so that all Zambians can benefit from the impressive economic growth the Country have been experiencing. READ MORE