Philip Chisalu – Zambia: News Diggers!

Philip is a story-driven Journalist adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering several years of experience in print, radio and online media.Email: philip [at] diggers [dot] news

6 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Musokotwane can talk of low tax compliance after dismantling domestic arrears – Hambayi

ECONOMIST Trevor Hambayi says Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane can only speak to the issue around low tax collection after dismantling government’s debt to entrepreneurs such as suppliers and contractors. On Monday, Dr Musokotwane said he... […]

6 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Kenya-Zambia flight issues resolved, Zambia Airways will fly into Kenya – Govt

MINISTER of Transport and Logistics Frank Tayali says the issues that could have led to the possible suspension of Kenya Airways flights into Lusaka effective Tuesday, October 8, 2024, have been resolved. In a letter... […]

4 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We’re working with google to deliver a centre of excellence in emerging technology – Mutati

SCIENCE and Technology Minister Felix Mutati has disclosed that his ministry is working with Google to deliver a centre of excellence in emerging technology in Zambia. Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu has... […]

3 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Govt’s response to non-adjustment of PAYE unsatisfactory – JCTR

THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says government’s justification for not adjusting the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax in the 2025 national budget is not satisfactory. The centre says it is important for... […]

3 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Africa should prioritise digital, financial inclusion to drive economic growth – Musokotwane

FINANCE and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane has encouraged African countries to prioritise digital and financial inclusion in order to drive economic growth, empower their people and build resilience. And Science and Technology Minister Felix... […]

2 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

It’s ridiculous for ZRA not to extend Smart Invoice incorporation deadline – TCZ

TOURISM Council of Zambia (TCZ) Chairman Yousuf Zumla says it is ridiculous for the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) not to extend the deadline for imposition of penalties for non-use of Smart Invoice. On Monday, ZRA... […]

1 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

New ACC Act should harmonise board – management relationship – Chifire

SOUTHERN Africa Network Against Corruption Director, Gregory Chifire, says the new ACC Act should ensure the autonomous of the commission, not only on paper but in practice. Chifire says the Act should also ensure that... […]

1 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We’ll not extend Smart Invoice incorporation deadline – ZRA

ZAMBIA Revenue Authority (ZRA) Commissioner General Dingani Banda says the authority will not extend the September 30, 2024 deadline for imposition of penalties for non-use of Smart Invoice. And Bank of Zambia Deputy Governor Operations... […]

1 Oct 2024 | Philip Chisalu

We give fewer tax incentives to mines than other countries – Musokotwane

FINANCE and National Planning Minister Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane says he is still not happy with the country’s current tax collection levels. Meanwhile, Dr Musokotwane says the country does not give too many tax incentives to... […]

30 Sep 2024 | Philip Chisalu

Agri export earnings up by 12.3%, as copper earnings drop

ZAMBIA Statistics Agency (ZamStats) Statistician General Goodson Sinyenga has disclosed that export earnings from agricultural products increased by 12.3 percent from K2.1 billion in July 2024 to K2.4 billion in August 2024. Sinyenga has also... […]