2016 – Zambia: News Diggers!

Kambwili urges govt to reposes land from foreigners
By Mukosha Funga on 16 Dec 2016
FORMER chief government spokesperson Chishimba Kambwili on Thursday warned Copperbelt minister Bowman Lusambo after the latter interrupted his debate. On Thursday, December 15, 2016, Kambwili....
PF shuns commission of inquiry on violence meeting
By Mirriam Chabala on 16 Dec 2016
THE Commission of Inquiry on political violence says it is saddened by the Patriotic Front’s decision to shun a meeting it called for political parties.....
We are ready to conquer COSAFA-Chambeshi
By Nelson Kazeze on 16 Dec 2016
U-20 coach Beston ‘Quick Silver’ Chambeshi says his team is ready to conquer COSAFA with a victory against hosts South Africa today in the regional....
Govt impressed with U-20 Championship preps
By Nelson Kazeze on 16 Dec 2016
Government has reiterated its commitment to successfully hosting the U-20 Africa Youth Championship slated for February 2017. At a media briefing on Thursday evening, December 14, 2016,....
Judiciary bans cadres from court
By Mukosha Funga on 16 Dec 2016
THE Judiciary has banned cadres from accessing court premises after a scuffle between UPND supporters and police on Thursday afternoon. And police spokesperson Esther Mwaata....
Police teargas HH, arrest scribe
By Mukosha Funga on 15 Dec 2016
POLICE have tear-gassed UPND leader Hakainde Hichilema, his vice Geoffery Bwalya Mwamba and other party officials within the Lusaka High Court building. This was after....
You’re wasting money, CSOs tell Commission of Inquiry on violence
By Mirriam Chabala on 15 Dec 2016
CIVIL Society Organisations have told the Commission of Inquiry on electoral violence that their mandate is an exercise in futility. During an interactive meeting organised....
U-20 storms COSAFA final, aim for 11th title.
By Diggers Reporter on 14 Dec 2016
Zambia has reached the COSAFA youth championship finals after a hard-fought victory against fellow title contenders Democratic Republic of Congo. A 37th minute strike by....
Just pay!
By Joseph Mwenda on 14 Dec 2016
NO wonder he is called senior member of the BAR because his orders are always cold. PRESIDENT Lungu: “As President, I have dissolved Parliament today,....
Premature ejection
By Joseph Mwenda on 14 Dec 2016
I DON’T think Mr Chilubanama is man enough to stand his premature ejection. And by that, I don’t mean I met Mr Chilubanama at the....
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Constipation court
By Joseph Mwenda on 14 Dec 2016
LETS face it, the Constitution Court works like a condom; it knows that its job is to protect the two individuals, but it can chose....
Germany, an industrialisation model- COMESA
By Mirriam Chabala on 14 Dec 2016
COMESA secretary general Sindiso Ngwenya says African countries have a lot to learn from Germany’s industrialization process. Speaking when he received German Ambassador to Zambia....
FDI low under Lungu- HH
By Stella Goma on 14 Dec 2016
UPND president Hakainde Hichilema says President Edgar Lungu’s international trips are not yielding anything because Foreign Direct Investment has reduced under his leadership. At a....
Chama urinary pipeline
By Joseph Mwenda on 13 Dec 2016
JUST when I was about to give up reading Chibamba Kanyama’s Business and Finance column, it has finally paid off. Thanks to you uncle CK,....
Iris for president
By Joseph Mwenda on 12 Dec 2016
IRIS, you were found guilty of producing a pornographic video with your boyfriend at college, what is your advice to young people? IRIS Kaingu: “I....
Lungu cancels Egypt trip
By Mirriam Chabala on 12 Dec 2016
PRESIDENT Edgar Lungu has postponed his trip to Egypt amidst widespread criticism of his frequent travels abroad. The Head of State was expected to fly....
LAZ condemns State House attack on judges
By Joseph Mwenda on 1 Dec 2016
The Law Association of Zambia has strongly condemned State House Special Assistant for Press and Public Relations Amos Chanda’s recent attacks on the judiciary. Speaking....
Lungu orders replay of Amos’ interview
By Joseph Mwenda on 1 Dec 2016
President Edgar Lungu says the judiciary like any other arm of government is susceptible to criticism. And President Lungu has requested ZNBC to re-broadcast the....

PF cadres celebrates on Lusaka's Great East Road-Picture by Tenson Mkhala

ECZ U-turns election of PF council chairman

By Charles Mafa on 22 Nov 2016

The Electoral Commission of Zambia has cancelled the election of PF Candidate Peter Kapamba as Chairperson for Mushindano District Council in the North Western Province.....

Lusaka cost of living hits over K5000

By Mukosha Funga on 17 Nov 2016

THE cost of living for a family of five in Lusaka has breached the K5,000 psychological barrier for the first time in Zambia’s history, according....

CUTS warns of poverty rise

By Mukosha Funga on 17 Nov 2016

THE Consumer Unity and Trust Society says it fears that there might be an increase in poverty statistics because some households are unable to cope....

Former Chongwe Mp Sylvia Masebo at masebo at court

PF branded me a prostitute, Masebo tells court

By Mukosha Funga on 17 Nov 2016

Former Chongwe member of parliament yesterday complained that she lost her parliamentary seat because the PF tarnished her image and alienated her from her constituents....

Dambisa: I took a pill in Chibolya

By Joseph Mwenda on 17 Nov 2016

Zambian singer Dambisa has sparked social media controversy, yet again with a new album cover photo depicting her suggestive naked self. Born Michelle Lunda, Dambisa’s....

Macky 2 tours London

By Mukosha Funga on 17 Nov 2016

Zambian musician Macky 2 says artists must work harder to breach international barriers by offering unique styles. Speaking to journalists at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport....

Inspector General of Police Kakoma Kanganja: file picture

We need fewer road blocks, says IG

By Diggers Reporter on 17 Nov 2016

INSPECTOR General of Police Mr Kakoma Kanganja has directed all Provincial Police Commissioners to implement the directive by government on the reduction of permanent security....

Mampi takes Roller Coaster to China

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

Song-bird Mirriam Mampi Mukape is lines up three shows in China for an epic end of year tour that will see her unveil the much....

4th Revolution leader Eric Chanda-Picture by Tenson Mkhala

Chanda pleads not guilty to withholding pension

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

Fourth Revolution Party president Eric Chanda yesterday pleaded not guilty to one count of failing to remit pension contributions to the National Pensions Scheme Authority....

MCA sues FAZ president over land

By Tenson Mkhala on 16 Nov 2016

MCA has stated that Mr Kamanga was paid up to K269 469.11 as purchase price for 4 900 square meters meant for the construction of....

Zambia Chipolopolo skipper Rainford Kalaba tries to beat his opponent

Kalaba insists Algeria will fall

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

“We started with a loss, then a draw and I think the next game is a win," says Zambia captain Rainford Kalaba.

President Edgar Lungu with Susan sikaneta

President Lungu recalls female diplomats

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

PRESIDENT Edgar Lungu has recalled over 50 diplomats from Foreign Service. But Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Chalwe Lombe declined to explain why most of the....

Wina keeps losing

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

SORRY, grandma Inonge Wina, I am sure it feels very awkward that everyone is accusing you of ordering an illegal decree on the Copperbelt, and....

PF Deputy Secretary General Mumbi Phiri: File picture

Wife for hire

By Joseph Mwenda on 16 Nov 2016

MUMBI Phiri has every right to tell us how thin her husband is and how much he sweats through hard work to satisfy her.

President Lungu fires IDC management

By Diggers Reporter on 15 Nov 2016

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Kambwili says he can explain his wealth

By Joseph Mwenda on 15 Nov 2016

The Anti-Corruption Commission has commenced investigations on Chishimba Kambwili over alleged corrupt practices. On Tuesday last week, President Edgar Lungu fired Kambwili who was his....

Oracle Media Productions Managing Director Mutinta Mazoka M’membe at Police Headquarters-Picture by Tenson Mkhala

Police to charge M’membe’s wife with forgery

By Joseph Mwenda on 15 Nov 2016

Police in Lusaka have summoned Oracle Media Productions managing director Mutinta Mazoka M’membe. Oracle Media is the company behind the publication of The Mast Newspaper....