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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

31 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Law prohibits use of motorbikes as taxis – RTSA

THE Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) says it will enforce the law against the use of motorbikes as a mode of public transport across the country. But the Commuter Rights Association of Zambia (CRAZ)... […]

30 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Central PS’ remarks against doctors irk ZMA

THE Zambia Medical Association (ZMA) has expressed displeasure over Central Province PS Milner Mwanakampwe’s sentiments that some healthcare workers abandon work to offer services at private hospitals. On Tuesday, Mwanakampwe cautioned doctors whom he said... […]

29 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

ACC nabs Solwezi Water and Sanitation MD for corrupt practices

THE Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested the North Western Water Supply and Sanitation Managing Director Happy Musumali and Director of Engineering Chanda Mulenga for corrupt practices. In a statement, Friday, ACC Head-Corporate Communications Timothy Moono said... […]

27 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Production of concentrate commences at FQM’s Enterprise nickel mine

FIRST Quantum Minerals Limited has disclosed that production of concentrate at its new Enterprise nickel mine in Kalumbila District, North-Western Province has commenced. In a statement, Wednesday, FQM revealed that Minister of Mines and Minerals... […]

27 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Govt incurred $52m penalty on advance payment to ADAS, Parley learns

THE National Assembly has been shocked to learn that government incurred a penalty sum of $52 million on the advance payment of a $73 million contract which the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) signed with Advanced African... […]

26 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Germany provides Zambia with K750m grant

THE Germany Federal Government through its Development Bank, KfW has provided a grant of €35.8 million or K750 million to Zambia to support the implementation of various projects in the energy and water sectors. And... […]

26 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

BoZ regains FB page, as ICTAZ advises investment in cyber security

THE Information Communication and Technology Association of Zambia (ICTAZ) says the hacking of the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) Facebook page does not depict a posture of the status of cyber security in the country. Meanwhile,... […]

25 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

HH had helipad at community house before he was elected President – Hamasaka

STATE House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka says any developments that people see at Community House are not funded by taxpayers’ money because it is a private residence. PF Information and Publicity Chairperson Raphael Nakacinda... […]

25 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

Data Protection Commission expresses interest in increased hacking of financial entities

THE Data Protection Commission says it is taking keen interest in the increasing number of hacking incidences, especially among financial service entities. Yesterday, the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) confirmed the hacking of its Facebook page... […]

25 Jul 2023 | Philip Chisalu

US Embassy awards $152,000 to 9 community based organisations

THE US Embassy in Zambia, through its Public Affairs Small Grants Program, has awarded $152,000 (K2.9 million) to nine Zambian community based organisations to expand economic opportunities, improve health and education and fight corruption. In... […]