'Water is Life, Conserve it!’ is the marketing slogan of the Lusaka Water and Sewerage Company (LWSC). What this slogan obscures, however, is the point that there can be no water to conserve without the forests. There exists a strong relationship between trees and water, one that is difficult to grasp in times of bloom,...

The United Nations has revealed that about 2.3 million Zambians are expected to be hit by food insecurity by March, next year. In a statement issued to News Diggers!, the UN revealed that according to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis undertaken by the Zambian government, data shows that about 1.72 million...

Some of the 25 retired teachers at Kabulonga Boys Secondary School in Lusaka who were evicted from government houses last week have complained that a number of retirees are dying due to depression as a result of not receiving their dues. And the retirees have appealed to government not to throw them away like “used...

A heated debate about market stalls was disrupted by a foul smell and furious finger-pointing at a Kenyan regional assembly on Wednesday, according to BBC Africa. "Honourable Speaker, one of us has polluted the air and I know who it is," Julius Gaya reportedly told Homa Bay county assembly. But the member he accused of...

Have you stopped attending the Chakwela Makumbi Traditional Ceremony because they don’t bring bare-breasted girls? Well, you are not the only one. Wynter Kabimba, the former justice minister also hates the fact that there are no fresh titties at the event, and nothing motivates him to attend any more. Yes, he told me all about...

Police in Mansa have launched a manhunt for a father who allegedly defiled his nine-year-old biological daughter at a funeral house. According to police spokesperson Esther Mwaata Katongo, the victim’s mother had left her in the custody of the father to attend a workshop, and only discovered the defilement ordeal after returning. “Police in Mansa...

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Zambia Correctional Services (ZCS) Commissioner General Chisela Chileshe has disclosed that his office is considering incorporating a law that empowers inmates with conjugal rights and access to their families away from custodial facilities. And Dr Chileshe says he does not support the death sentence, arguing that murdering a murderer doesn't solve the problem. Meanwhile, Dr...

Stanbic Bank Public Relations and Communications Manager Chanda Chime Katongo says Grammy award-winner Brandy will this year headline the 2019 Stanbic Music Festival. The news has set social media ablaze with colourful quotes from fans who have vowed not to miss the event. Katongo said the US mega star will join top local artists such...

A 27-year-old Ugandan Herbalist has been convicted and sentenced to five years imprisonment with hard labour for stealing K46,000 from a Zambian woman who went to him seeking help in bringing back her lost lover. In this matter, Kafeero Omar, a businessman from Uganda, was charged with one count of theft. Particulars of the offence...

You could be excused for suggesting that Lusaka Mayor Miles Sampa has successfully removed himself from being a policy making government executive to a performing celebrity - that's if celebrity means shocking and entertaining citizens because those are the two attributes for which he has developed a knack. If he is not brandishing a gun...

Police have arrested a 32 year old man of Mazabuka’s Airstrip compound in connection with murder. The suspect identified as Bargner Siamayuma allegedly stabbed to death a 42 year old man only identified as Michelo during a drinking spree on Tuesday around 10:00 hours. Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo revealed in a statement that the suspect...

It was easy to turn down an invitation to accompany my friend, Bob, to Mayela nightclub where he had a short gig that evening. Not only is Mayela renowned for nocturnal women; I don’t do nightclubs. But then, Bob convinced me, and so it was, that I tagged along. Apprehensive at first and worried about...

A 21-year-old woman of Kabwe yesterday set social media ablaze after nude pictures she shared in a private group were leaked online. And Police spokesperson Esther Mwaata Katongo says the anti cyber crime unit of the police was pursuing the matter because "What that woman posted is morally wrong and against the laws". Anita Zanji...

A Forensic Analyst at Police Headquarters has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that a DNA test conducted on the 32-year-old man and 22-year-old woman charged with incest, proves that the two are 99.9 percent siblings. The witness further told the court that DNA results further revealed that the two accused persons were biological parents of...

Zambian Breweries’ Mosi Day of Thunder has resonated the sound of Zambian music and culture with local superstars joined by Afro pop diva Yemi Alade drawing more than 10,000 fans to the tourism capital. The cream of Zambian music hit the stage, Saturday night, along with the Nigerian artist, keeping fans in awe as they...

Nigerian Afro fusion singer Burna Boy has apologised to Zambians after he kicked a fan on Saturday night who allegedly attempted to steal his ring during a performance in the Lusaka Showgrounds. Burna Boy whose real names are Damini Ogulu says he was almost robbed on stage by one of his fans and decided to...

Police in Western Province have arrested a witchdoctor for torturing residents suspected of practicing witchcraft. In an interview, Western Province Police commissioner Charles Lungu confirmed the arrest of Shadreck Chimbinde, adding that the suspect had been slapped with 32 counts. Meanwhile, UPND councillor for Mazili ward in Limulunga District Mubukwanu Sile, gave an account of...

In the past weeks, we heard all sort of theories and insults against these two athletes based on their physique. One such insult was that the duo look like males. The above has made me fail to understand the basis of such cheap talks especially given that Zambia prides itself as a Christian nation. Even...

Chieftainess Nyanje of the Nsenga people in Sinda District has challenged uneducated parents to ensure their children stay in school and avoid engaging in traditional dances during weekdays. Speaking to Nyau dancers from Matiya Village and the general public, Sunday, chieftainess Nyanje, who spoke through a senior induna Scout Phiri, stressed that children need to...

Barrick’s Lumwana Mining Company (LMC) has disbursed over K4.2 million to Lumwana Community Trust (LCT) as initial funding to undertake social projects in Kalumbila District this year. Lumwana Community Trust (LCT) came into existence from an agreement reached between Barrick Lumwana Mining Company and three chiefdoms – Mukumbi, Mumena and Matebo, right at the commencement...

The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says government must abandon its attempt to facilitate for Zambians to apply for jobs in Kuwait, Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to the poor human rights situation in that part of the world. In a statement released, Monday, JCTR Social and Economic Development Officer...

Today March 8th 2019, Zambia joins the rest of the world in commemorating International Womens Day, under the theme: Think Equal, Build Smart and Innovate for Change. Hivos Southern Africa’s Sustainable Diets for All Program has taken time to reflect on the challenges and achievements women have made in Zambia’s agriculture sector and how they...