- 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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- DEC arrests 2 Tanzanians for drug traffickingTHE Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has apprehended a Tanzanian truck driver for trafficking in loose cannabis weighing 88.8 kilograms, which was concealed in 13 bundles hidden under the truck’s trailer. In a separate incident, DEC also arrested another Tanzanian for trafficking in 13 pre-packs of cannabis and three pre-packs of suspected narcotics. In a statement, DEC Assistant Public Relations Officer Theresa Mawere revealed that the seized drugs from the operation were taken to UTH’s Drug and Food Laboratory for analysis…….
- 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…….
- Court places Munir on defence for alleging that HH would dissolve parleyTHE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has found Lumezi Independent member of parliament Munir Zulu with a case to answer in a matter in which he is charged with Seditious Practices. Zulu stands charged with one count of Seditious Practices Contrary to Section 57 (1) (e) of the Penal Code Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia. It is alleged that Zulu, on September 6, 2023, in Lusaka, did utter seditious words on social media, to which he claimed to have had…….
- UTH reveals that Kalaba has regained consciousnessFORMER Chipolopolo and TP Mazembe midfielder Rainfold Kalaba has regained full consciousness and is able to talk. Giving an update in a statement, Friday, UTH Public Relations Officer Nzeba Chanda revealed that Kalaba had taken his first meal since the accident happened on Saturday. “Mr Kalaba’s condition has greatly improved and [his is] stable. He took his first meal today, he’s fully conscious and able to talk. However, the medical team continues to provide close monitoring and care. We shall…….
- 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.....