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Mulenga Strengthens Bonds Between Los Angeles and Lusaka through Sister City Committee 

A humanitarian is often described as someone who has a genuine concern for or helping to improve the welfare and happiness of people. Fitting that definition is Dr. Mwelwa Mulenga, vice president for Energy and Infrastructure for the Los Angeles-Lusaka Sister City Committee and a scholar-practitioner in entrepreneurship and organizational leadership.  

From Bruin Star to Head Coach: DeShaun Foster Has a Remarkable Journey

The story of DeShaun Foster is a full-circle journey, from standout player to head coach at his alma mater, UCLA. He was named head coach of the Bruins on February 12, 2024 after spending 11 seasons honing his coaching skills at UCLA and Texas Tech. His return to Westwood is more than just a homecoming; it starts a new chapter for UCLA football.

L.A. Creates Prime Contractor Opportunities for Small, Local, and Diverse Contractors

Under an innovative and model “community level contracting” (CLC) program that aims to create prime contractor opportunities for small, local, and diverse construction contractors, the City of Los Angeles has issued a list of over 30 such contractors who are eligible to receive work packages of up to $150,000 each for vital sidewalk construction and repair services.