- HH must deliver on electoral promises and speed up rule of law reform process – EUTHE European Union’s Election Follow-up Mission final report on Zambia has noted that despite government’s efforts to improve the country’s economic situation, high food prices and inflation have affected people’s daily lives, leading to frustration and general discontent. And the report states that according to several EU Election Follow-up Mission (EFM) interlocutors, President Hakainde Hichilema and his government did not deliver as expected on reforms to restore the rule of law, including fundamental rights and freedoms during the first half of his term. The report states that while President Hichilema has focused most of his attention on economic issues, he.......
- Govt promised to evacuate all cancer patients, what happened?THE recent revelation by Health Minister Sylvia Masebo regarding the alarming rates of cervical cancer in Zambia is a wake-up call to both the government and our women folk. The statistics she presented paint a grim picture of the devastating impact this disease is having on the lives of Zambian women. With 3,640 new cases diagnosed and 2,285 deaths recorded in 2022 alone, cervical cancer has emerged as a significant public health crisis in our country. It’s killing our women and it’s killing them fast! What makes these numbers even more troubling is the fact that cervical cancer is largely.......
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- Police institute disciplinary action against viral drunk copTHE Zambia Police Service says it is aware of a viral video showing an intoxicated police officer in a drainage and has since initiated disciplinary proceedings against him. A video is circulating on social media showing a police officer in an intoxicated state lying in a drainage and struggling to get up while holding onto his AK47. He is only assisted out of the drainage by a good samaritan who partially lifts him. Commenting on the viral video in a…….
- Mopani has sent requests for quotations to local contractors – AMSCTHE Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors (AMSC) says Mopani Copper Mines PLC has invited local contractors to submit proposals for undertaking primary and secondary development works at the mine. In an interview, AMSC president Costa Mwaba expressed excitement that Mopani was now considering local contractors to undertake works that were previously reserved for foreign firms. “Right now they are just like sending requests for quotations because they are trying to open up all services. They have started with mining…….
- Kidist sues Elias Musyani for harassment, hate speechIn a dramatic turn of events, Kidist Kifle, the wife of renowned musician Elton Mulenga, alias Yo Maps, has initiated legal proceedings against Facebook blogger Elias Musyani following a heated confrontation on social media. The exchange, filled with profanities and heated accusations, revolves around Yo Maps’ plea to Musyani to refrain from discussing his family on social media platforms. It begins with Yo Maps expressing frustration, stating; “If he want[s] to be stupid, he can be stupid”, underlining his desire…….
- Mpika DC urges FAZ to deal with harassment of refereesMPIKA District Commissioner David Siame has called for an end to harassment of match officials, saying football must be administered by those mandated. Speaking, when FAZ president Andrew Kamanga and his vice Justin Mumba paid a courtesy call at his office, Siame said harassment of officials was not the solution to winning matches. He called on the Muchinga Province FAZ Executive to educate clubs on the rules of football. “My appeal to the provincial administration is to lecture clubs and…….
- Why Must Citizens Participate in the National Budget Process? – Part IIIn last week’s opinion piece, we discussed the constitutional basis and importance of citizen participation in the national budget formulation process. As taxpayers and beneficiaries of public services, citizens have a responsibility to ensure that the budget reflects their needs and priorities. This also enhances transparent governance and acts as a safeguard against the misuse of public funds. Today, we extend this discussion to propose strategies for fostering meaningful and active citizen participation in the forthcoming 2025 national budget formulation.....