News Diggers! is Zambia’s first multimedia publication focused on investigative journalism. It comprises a team of experienced journalists with a blend of new and dedicated talent eager to shape the art of digital journalism. As a growing democracy, Zambia needs a free and critical press to foster accountability and good governance. News Diggers! will help facilitate this as we have an ear to the ground.
Joseph has over ten years experience in investigative reporting. He studied Newspaper management and Media Leadership at Rhodes University under the Sol Plaatje Institute in South Africa. He also studied Digital Journalism and Investigative Reporting at the International Academy of Journalism in Germany. As Deputy Managing Editor and News Editor at The Post Newspaper, Mwenda led a team of about 30 journalists, bringing investigative reporting skills at the apex of Zambian media. Mwenda helped bring out a number of corruption scandals and suspected electoral malpractices, exposés which later led to the closure of the newspaper weeks before a decisive general election in 2016. He led The Post newsroom until November 2, 2016 when the newspaper was liquidated.
Email: joseph [at] diggers [dot] news
Elias, our Deputy Managing Director, is an engineer and journalist. He holds a specialist degree in Communication Networks and Commutation Systems which he acquired at Southern Federal University in Taganrog, Russia. He also holds a diploma in journalism from the Zambia Institute of Mass Communication (ZAMCOM).
Email: elias [at] diggers [dot] news
Sipilisiwe is an experienced journalist with a background in radio news gathering, writing and editing. She has a Degree in Public Relations from Mulungushi University and a Diploma in Journalism from Evelyn Hone College. She previously worked at Komboni Radio for four years and worked briefly at the Zambia Daily Mail. She has done Investigative Journalism Training at IJHub South Africa and did an internship with The Daily Maverick in Johannesburg where she wrote a number of investigative pieces.
Email: sipilisiwe [at] diggers [dot] news
Zondiwe is a vibrant journalist who has interest in writing political and current affairs on issues which affect every Zambian. She draws inspiration from journalists who stand for what is right and are not afraid to tell and show the truth to the people.
Email: zondiwe [at] diggers [dot] news
Ulande is a reporter with an experience in radio broadcasting. He loves following current affairs and interacting with politicians.
Email: ulande [at] diggers [dot] news
Taonga is a young, vibrant journalist with a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communication and Sociology from the University of Zambia. She graduated as best student in her program and received an award as best performing student in Media Law from the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA). She is an all round writer but is most passionate about Business and Court news reporting.
Email: taonga [at] diggers [dot] news
Mwenya is a multiple award-winning seasoned journalist with extensive experience in radio broadcasting, news casting and writing. She has a Diploma in Journalism and Public Relations from the Zambia Institute of Mass Communications. Mwenya has a strong interest in promoting girls and women’s rights through her journalism career. She has received accolades from the Ministry of Health for consistently writing about the promotion of public health in Zambia. She has also won awards from the Agricultural and Commercial Society of Zambia (ACSZ) for reporting about the agriculture sector in Zambia.
Email: mwenya [at] diggers [dot] news
Mwiche is an investigative and political journalist who is passionate about governance affairs, integrity, and accountability. She is a graduate of Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts and Commerce with a Diploma. Mwiche has written a number of stories questioning government decisions, corruption cases and covered a number of health and economic stories. She did a six months investigative programme under the USAID funded programme, which was a result of her keen interest in investigative political stories in college.
Email: mwiche [at] diggers [dot] news
Angela is a vibrant reporter, well versed in political and human interest stories. She holds a Diploma in Journalism and Public Relations from Evelyn Hone College and has a background in TV broadcasting and print media. She is interested in current affairs and probing policy makers to seek clarity on many issues affecting ordinary citizens.
Email: angela [at] diggers [dot] news
Muzamba is a vibrant Journalist who is passionate about Political and Health news. She is a graduate of Mulungushi University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications in Journalism. She has a background in radio broadcasting and radio scrip writing. She is a self-driven journalist who also enjoys reporting on issues that deal with injustice and corruption.
Email: muzamba [at] diggers [dot] news
Peggy is a seasoned journalist with a focus on radio and reporting. With a passion for covering politics and human interest stories, Peggy brings a unique perspective and dedication to delivering narratives with impact. Her expertise lies in translating complex issues into compelling and accessible stories that captive with audiences.
Email: Peggy [at] diggers [dot] News
Michael an experienced award winning sports journalist with over seven years of experience in print and electronic media. Apart from writing sports articles, He enjoyd filming and editing videos and graduated in 2016 at Evelyn Home College of Applied Arts and Commerce where he obtained a Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communications.
With over seven years of experience in both print and electronic media, he is a competent writer who is able to handle both hard and soft news including feature stories. He enjoys writing about all forms of sport with a bias towards football. He also enjoys writing profile articles for young athletes with potential to become future stars.
Email: michael [dot] miyoba [at] diggers [dot] news
Chongo is a passionate Journalist from Evelyn Hone College with 5 years’ experience in Photojournalism, focused on capturing emotive story telling press photography from diverse beats such as Spot News, Business, Investigative photography, Gender, Entertainment, Art, Street culture and Sports Photography. Chongo also shares passion in graphics design, videography with a drive for visual art content creation and is skilled in social media marketing.
Email: chongo [at] diggers [dot] news
Precious Daka is an award winning journalist who is passionate about governance issues, accountability and gender equity. She is a graduate of Zambia Institute of Mass Communication (ZAMCOM) with a Diploma. Precious has written a number of stories promoting the welfare of children and women, good governance, and covered a number of economic and health stories. She has won two media awards as having written the Best report on Children Rights 2023 Awarded by (Open Spaces Zambia /USAID) 2023 with a 3rd Prize Media award in Gender and Equity by Zambia National Education Coalition 2023.
Email: precious [at] diggers [dot] news
