CCMG calls for urgent appointment of ECZ CEO
THE Christian Churches Monitoring Group (CCMG) has called for the urgent appointment of a Chief Electoral Officer at the Electoral Commission of Zambia, saying the delay is worrying. According to a statement signed by committee members, Monday, CCMG stated that the absence of a substantive Chief Electoral Officer hindered ECZ’s ability to function to the…...
We’ll remain alert despite reduction in misappropriation of govt funds – PAC
THE Public Accounts Committee says it will still remain alert in providing its oversight role of ensuring project implementation, despite the reduction in the misapplication of funds as cited in the latest Auditor General’s report. Last Tuesday, Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa said he was confident that ministries and provinces would next year achieve…...
Cost of living in Lsk drops by K121
THE cost of living for a family of five in Lusaka for September has reduced to K9,146.06 compared to the K9,267.34 recorded for August. This is according to the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket (BNNB). In a statement, Monday, JCTR Social and Economic Development Programme Manager Muchimba Siamachoka recalled…...
Syakalima should report himself to police for hate speech, demands PF
PF acting president Given Lubinda says Education Minister Douglas Syakalima should report himself to the police for hate speech. And Lubinda says citizens will only have one meal per week by February next year due to high mealie meal prices. Lubinda has further announced that the party has declared October 28 as “green day” in…...
Even chilanga mulilo food has reduced under UPND, laments KBF
ZAMBIA Must Prosper (ZMP) leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube says weddings are no longer as lavish as they used to be because of the economic hardships under the UPND government. Last Saturday, Finance Minister Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane said Zambia’s debt was restructured in such a way that the government would be able to service it without…...
I wouldn’t even know where to touch Munir if we were to truly fight – Mposha
WATER Development and Sanitation Minister Mike Mposha has insisted that he never strangled Munir Zulu as he alleged, claiming that the Lumezi independent MP is the one who challenged him to a fight. Last week, Zulu lodged a complaint with the Speaker of the National Assembly, claiming that Mposha strangled him in the car park…...
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Conversations on Conservation: Inspiring insights from the 2023 Conservation Career’s Fair
As I draw my attention to the well-organized 2023 Conservation Careers Fair, I would like to commend Wildlife Crime Prevention (WCP) and its partners and sponsors for hosting a breath taking conference. The Conservation careers Fair is one of Zambia’s biggest annual conferences, an initiative of WCP and its partners. The 2023 event was held […]
AFCON draws look easy on paper but tough in reality
CHIPOLOPOLO’s group opponents are now known, but as the 2012 winners return to the AFCON; they will grace a tournament that has changed in complexion since their last appearance eight years ago. They will battle with formidable sides like the 2022 FIFA World Cup semi-finalist Morocco, silent giants DR Congo and neighbours Tanzania. The AFCON…...
Copper Queens lose Cosafa Cup final to Malawi
ZAMBIA has had to settle for a silver medal after losing the Hollywoodbets Cosafa Championship final against Malawi yesterday. Malawi claimed a 2-1 victory courtesy of goals from Asimenye Simwaka and Sabinah Thom at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in South Africa. The Copper Queens however walked away with the fair play award. Malawian striker Temwa…...
