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Sinda Police rescue suspected wizard from mob justice at graveyard
By Zindikilani Banda in Sinda on 9 Jan 2020
Sinda Police moved swiftly to Chisichi Village where angry youths had tied a 58-year-old man to a tree at the local cemetery, with intent to....
I’m overjoyed to finally be married – Frank Bwalya
By Felix Kashweka on 17 Dec 2019
Zambia’s High Commissioner to Australia Frank Bwalya says he is happy that he has finally married a woman he loves. Bwalya, a former Catholic priest,....
Women empowerment initiative launched to support female enterprises
By Diggers Correspondent on 9 Dec 2019
Over the years women empowerment has become a growing movement that has stirred a lot of global debate. Women in different fields of work have....
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With no identity to speak of, Zambia turns to foreign cultures including a chicken monument
By Sampa Kabwela on 23 Nov 2019
It has become apparent to me that that there is nothing more to us, Zambians. We are not a people deeply rooted in any traditions,....
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Village Bank deposits rise to K53.1m, as rural Zambians complain of high bank charges
By Natasha Sakala on 8 Nov 2019
According to SaveNet data, at the end of 2018, there were 15,700 savings groups in Zambia, with cumulative savings amounting to K53.1 million With education....
No Brandy this weekend, it’s SWV instead
By Felix Kashweka on 4 Oct 2019
Grammy award-winner Brandy will not headline the 2019 Stanbic Music Festival tonight. The US mega star has decided to pull out at the last minute....
K31,510.68 winnings boost Lundazi farmer’s rainy season preparations
By Diggers Correspondent on 28 Sep 2019
Keeping aside a few Kwacha for a rainy day is a wise old saying that Davies Banda should have little trouble sticking to after turning....
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How the razing of Forest 27 threatens the survival of Lusaka’s inhabitants
By Douty Chibamba on 25 Sep 2019
‘Water is Life, Conserve it!’ is the marketing slogan of the Lusaka Water and Sewerage Company (LWSC). What this slogan obscures, however, is the point....
UN forecasts 2.3 million hungry Zambians by March 2020
By Ulande Nkomesha on 24 Sep 2019
The United Nations has revealed that about 2.3 million Zambians are expected to be hit by food insecurity by March, next year. In a statement....
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Evicted from govt house with no benefits after 40yrs of service
By Julia Malunga on 22 Sep 2019
Some of the 25 retired teachers at Kabulonga Boys Secondary School in Lusaka who were evicted from government houses last week have complained that a....
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BBC: Fart pushes Kenya’s Speaker to suspend Assembly debate
By Diggers Correspondent on 11 Aug 2019
A heated debate about market stalls was disrupted by a foul smell and furious finger-pointing at a Kenyan regional assembly on Wednesday, according to BBC....
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A tale about art, history, bare breasts
By Mukosha Funga on 27 Jul 2019
Have you stopped attending the Chakwela Makumbi Traditional Ceremony because they don’t bring bare-breasted girls? Well, you are not the only one. Wynter Kabimba, the....
Mansa Police launch manhunt for father who defiled 9-year-old daughter
By Mukosha Funga on 21 Jul 2019
Police in Mansa have launched a manhunt for a father who allegedly defiled his nine-year-old biological daughter at a funeral house. According to police spokesperson....
“This is the best moment of my life” says our latest BIG winner
By Web Master on 27 Jun 2019
Esau Simbuta was overcome with shock after becoming the latest betPawa customer to bet small win BIG. His K5 bet on 24 legs at odds....
Commissioner promises conjugal rights to inmates, as he condemns death sentence
By Mirriam Chabala on 26 Jun 2019
Zambia Correctional Services (ZCS) Commissioner General Chisela Chileshe has disclosed that his office is considering incorporating a law that empowers inmates with conjugal rights and....
Brandy is coming, if you don’t like her try Vodka – fans
By Martha Mwanza and Felix Kashweka on 21 Jun 2019
Stanbic Bank Public Relations and Communications Manager Chanda Chime Katongo says Grammy award-winner Brandy will this year headline the 2019 Stanbic Music Festival. The news....
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Herbalist gets 5yrs for stealing K46,000 from woman who wanted lost lover
By Zondiwe Mbewe on 7 Jun 2019
A 27-year-old Ugandan Herbalist has been convicted and sentenced to five years imprisonment with hard labour for stealing K46,000 from a Zambian woman who went....
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Miles entertains again
By Mukosha Funga on 30 May 2019
You could be excused for suggesting that Lusaka Mayor Miles Sampa has successfully removed himself from being a policy making government executive to a performing....

Man stabbed to death after refusing to buy round of Kachasu

By Sipilisiwe Ncube on 23 May 2019

Police have arrested a 32 year old man of Mazabuka’s Airstrip compound in connection with murder. The suspect identified as Bargner Siamayuma allegedly stabbed to....

I saw God in Mayela night club

By Sampa Kabwela on 18 May 2019

It was easy to turn down an invitation to accompany my friend, Bob, to Mayela nightclub where he had a short gig that evening. Not....

Police pursue Kabwe woman for sharing porn on Facebook

By Felix Kashweka on 16 May 2019

A 21-year-old woman of Kabwe yesterday set social media ablaze after nude pictures she shared in a private group were leaked online. And Police spokesperson....

Court hears how brother fathered two with his sister

By Zondiwe Mbewe on 26 Apr 2019

A Forensic Analyst at Police Headquarters has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that a DNA test conducted on the 32-year-old man and 22-year-old woman charged....

Yemi gets ‘yummy’ at L/stone’s Mosi Day of Thunder concert

By Diggers Correspondent on 23 Apr 2019

Zambian Breweries’ Mosi Day of Thunder has resonated the sound of Zambian music and culture with local superstars joined by Afro pop diva Yemi Alade....

Singer Burna Boy apologizes for kicking Zambia ‘fan’

By Felix Kashweka on 2 Apr 2019

Nigerian Afro fusion singer Burna Boy has apologised to Zambians after he kicked a fan on Saturday night who allegedly attempted to steal his ring....

Police nab witchdoctor for torturing suspected wizards in Kalabo

By Thomas Mulenga on 29 Mar 2019

Police in Western Province have arrested a witchdoctor for torturing residents suspected of practicing witchcraft. In an interview, Western Province Police commissioner Charles Lungu confirmed....

Who determines what male or female looks like?

By McQueen Zaza on 26 Mar 2019

In the past weeks, we heard all sort of theories and insults against these two athletes based on their physique. One such insult was that....

Don’t impose your ignorance on children with nyau dances Nyanje orders parents

By Zindikilani Banda in Sinda on 20 Mar 2019

Chieftainess Nyanje of the Nsenga people in Sinda District has challenged uneducated parents to ensure their children stay in school and avoid engaging in traditional....

Lumwana Community Trust receives K4.2 million for Kalumbila projects

By John Chola on 20 Mar 2019

Barrick’s Lumwana Mining Company (LMC) has disbursed over K4.2 million to Lumwana Community Trust (LCT) as initial funding to undertake social projects in Kalumbila District....

JCTR warns against govt, public excitement over Dubai casual jobs

By Thomas Mulenga on 19 Mar 2019

The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) says government must abandon its attempt to facilitate for Zambians to apply for jobs in Kuwait, Abu Dhabi....

Hivos celebrates Women in Agriculture

By Joseph Mwenda on 8 Mar 2019

Today March 8th 2019, Zambia joins the rest of the world in commemorating International Womens Day, under the theme: Think Equal, Build Smart and Innovate....

Solwezi entrepreneur starts duck rearing to satisfy Chinese demand

By Claver Mutinta in Solwezi on 26 Feb 2019

A Solwezi-based entrepreneur has taken up a rare business of rearing ducks to supply Chinese nationals in Zambia who fancy the local delicacy. Edgar Mutanuka,....

‘Mental disorders are just like any illness’, says Psych Health Zambia

By Mirriam Chabala on 23 Feb 2019

Globally, over 75 per cent of people living with mental illnesses, do not receive any form of treatment from healthcare facilities. This situation is even....

World Vision starts $6 million countrywide borehole drilling project in Pemba

By Milimo Namangala in Pemba District on 19 Feb 2019

World Vision, through the Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) project, has drilled its first borehole in Muloongo Village, Southern Province, out of the 300 boreholes....

We benefit nothing from Ministry of Arts, musicians shame ministers

By Tenson Mkhala on 18 Feb 2019

Zambian artists have demanded that government should hand over some of the buildings bought through proceeds of corruption to them so that they can establish....

Ngoni Women enjoying 'waka ya chi ngoni during the 2016 N'Chwala in Chipata -Picture by Tenson Mkhala

Chief Mnukwa backs Mpezeni’s ban of bare titties at Nc’wala

By Mirriam Chabala on 13 Feb 2019

Chief Mnukwa of the Ngoni people in Chipata has welcomed Paramount Chief Mpezeni’s directive to have women cover their breasts at this year’s Nc’wala traditional....

IBA orders DSTV to suspend Lusaka Hustle show

By Thomas Mulenga on 4 Feb 2019

The Independent Broadcasting Authority has ordered DSTV to suspend a reality show dubbed Lusaka Hustle on Zambezi Magic saying it promotes a lifestyle which is....

Trade Kings donates first urology equipment to UTH

By Diggers Correspondent on 1 Feb 2019

TRADE KINGS GROUP MAKES HISTORY FOR THE HEALTH SECTOR: THE TRADE KINGS FOUNDATION DONATES THE FIRST UROLOGY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE REMOVAL OF KIDNEY STONES....