Govt’s move to invite more bids for TAZAMA pipeline usage excites OMCs
OIL Marketing Companies Association of Zambia president Dr Kafula Mubanga has commended government for inviting more bids for the usage of the TAZAMA Pipeline. On Thursday, the Ministry of Energy disclosed that it had extended to February 9, 2024, the closing date for submission of applications by Oil Marketing Companies interested in using the TAZAMA…...
Zambia has demonstrated commendable tenacity in stabilising her economy – IMF
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Zambia has demonstrated commendable tenacity in stabilising its economy with growth rates in 2023 and 2024 surpassing initial forecasts despite facing economic shocks. The IMF has disclosed that it has received some questions on Zambia’s homegrown programme which it supported through a US$1.3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF). This…...
Sichembe might seek compensation from state when all is concluded – Lawyer
FORMER Auditor General Dr Dick Sichembe’s lawyer, James Mataliro says his client might consider seeking compensation from the state once his matters are concluded because ACC has delayed taking him to court. The Anti-Corruption Commission arrested and charged Dr Sichembe for corrupt practices involving over K1 million in March last year but is yet to…...
Musokotwane praises SAFF empowerment facility
FINANCE and National Planning Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane has described the Strategic Agriculture Finance Facility (SAFF) as a clincher in the empowerment of small-scale entrepreneurs in the agriculture sector who are not beneficiaries under the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP). Meanwhile, Agriculture Minister Mtolo Phiri has revealed that so far, 20,250 applicants have been registered under…...
Masebo closes down Kuku Police Station
MINISTER of Health Sylvia Masebo has closed down Kuku Police Station for having a leaking water pipe within its walls. Masebo has also shut down a business premise in Chawama township for one week, and instructed that it be cleaned before it can be reopened. Meanwhile, Masebo has urged people to avoid traveling unless necessary,…...
We’re not naive, winning by-elections can’t deceive us that all is well – Govt
CHIEF Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa says winning by-elections can’t deceive the UPND that all is well because they have seen ruling parties win by-elections but lose general elections. And Mweetwa says President Hakainde Hichilema is fixing it while the opposition is watching in disbelief, in reference to the recent teacher recruitment exercise. Meanwhile, Mweetwa has…...
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The till prayer
Dear school leavers
Hello, I know there is a hive of excitement amongst you guys, some of you are happy to be heading into university and colleges as soon as schools open. Some of you are excited that you have cleared your grade twelve exams and are also looking forward to the next stage which is college or […]
It’s not your fault you’re fat
Sometimes, the world assumes that everyone who is obese is just a glutton. While that may be true in some instances, it is not always the case. The truth is that some of the things we call food today, and the cultures we have built around eating are the ones leading to increased incidences of […]
