Jay Jay told us he was tortured under his feet – HRC
THE Human Rights Commission (HRC) says Petauke Central Independent member Emmanuel Jay Banda narrated to them that the torture he suffered after being abducted was particularly inflicted under his feet. But Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga says officers are yet to interrogate Banda. In a statement, Monday, HRC Spokesperson Mweelwa Muleya stated that the pain on…...
Police detain Mfuwe MP over tribal remarks
POLICE in Lusaka have detained Mfuwe PF member of parliament Maureen Mabonga for the alleged offences of seditious practices and issuing tribal remarks. In a statement, Tuesday, Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga stated that the charges were as a result of Mabonga’s actions and statements which were deemed to incite rebellion against state authority and promote…...
Eurobond holders vote in favour of Zambia’s proposed restructuring deal
SECRETARY to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa has disclosed that Eurobond holders have voted in favour of Zambia’s proposed restructuring deal before the actual consent deadline. And Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane says the finalisation of debt restructuring agreements between Zambia and its bondholders will create the fiscal breathing space necessary for the country to remain on…...
Police detain Nawakwi for seditious practices
POLICE have detained Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) president Edith Nawakwi for the alleged offence of seditious practices. Nawakwi’s detention comes a day after police apprehended Lumezi Independent Member of Parliament Munir Zulu and Civil Rights activist Brebner Changala for alleged offences of hate speech and seditious practices, respectively. Prior to these arrests, Minister…...
IBA urges broadcasting stations to be ethical as they cover Jay Jay’s abduction
THE Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has urged broadcasting stations to exercise caution when covering matters of public interest, such as the recent events surrounding Petauke Independent MP Emmanuel Jay Banda. In a statement, IBA Director General Guntila Muleya advised that there should be careful consideration regarding the use of soundbites from sensational sources from social…...
Kapala appoints Banda as new ERB chair
ENERGY Minister Peter Kapala has appointed James Banda as Energy Regulation Board (ERB) chairperson. Banda’s appointment comes after the ERB board passed a vote of no confidence against Reynolds Bowa on May 3, 2024. In a statement, ERB disclosed that Banda’s appointment was with effect from May 6, 2024. “Minister of Energy Honourable Peter Kapala,…...
Fashion thanks fans for supporting him at Al Fayha
FASHION Sakala has thanked fans for giving him support in his first season at Saudi Arabian Club Al Fayha. The Zambian international scored 22 goals and assisted nine in 40 games for the club. Posting on his Facebook page on Monday night, Sakala said he was overwhelmed with gratitude because of the support he had…...
We’re at AfDB to optimise networking, attract investors – Musokotwane
FINANCE and National Planning Minister Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane says his delegation will engage and attract investors during the 2024 Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group. Dr Musokotwane is accompanied by Secretary to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa and Bank of Zambia Deputy Governor – Operations, Dr Francis Chipimo in Nairobi, Kenya, for the…...
Zambia to host Uganda, Malawi for hockey friendlies
ZAMBIA will host Uganda and Malawi hockey national teams in a series of international friendlies from June 7 to 9 at the OYDC-Zambia. Zambia Hockey Association (ZHA) General Secretary, Elvis Bwalya, confirmed the development in an interview yesterday. Bwalya said the international friendly matches were aimed at helping the national teams for the 2025 Africa…...
MMA team arrives in Windhoek for Africa Championships
THE Zambia Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) team yesterday arrived in Windhoek, Namibia, ready to take on the continent’s best in the 2024 International Mixed Martial Arts Federation Africa Championships. The team, consisting of 14 athletes among them flyweight Miracle Chipinto, bantamweight Mutinta Mweene, Gilbert Ndlovu, and others arrived safely at 4 AM on Monday after…...