Match-fixing a deadly cancer – FAZ
FAZ president Andrew Kamanga has implored clubs not to fall prey to the deadly cancer of match-fixing as its consequences are grave. Speaking during the official opening of the Zambian Premier League (ZPL) Consultative Meeting held at Golden Peacock on Monday, Kamanga urged clubs to uphold professionalism and fair play. “It gives me great pleasure…...
Gabon disaster remains Zambia’s darkest spot – Kamanga
FAZ president Andrew Kamanga says the Gabon disaster is the darkest spot in the history of Zambian football, but remains one of the greatest inspirations as it galvanised the nation to show a sense of unity. Sunday April 28 marks exactly 31 years since a ZAF aircraft crushed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after taking…...
Gambling and how it’s pushing addicted youths into destitution
THE high cost of living and economic hardships around the country are forcing families to engage in unorthodox activities for survival. This pressure is creating a very big problem for our society. Families are breaking and youths are being dragged into illicit activities. At the moment there is an evil that is lurking targeting our…...
We have 3,500 lawyers against 20 million Zambians, it’s a challenge – LAZ
THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) says there are 3,500 lawyers countrywide against 20 million Zambians, with over 600 individuals in the legal profession currently unemployed. And LAZ president Lungisani Zulu has expressed excitement over Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu’s encouragement to the police to heed LAZ’s criticism. Speaking on HOT FM’s Breakfast Show, Monday,…...
Lungu gives HH nightmares, hence his persecution – Makebi
LUSAKA lawyer Makebi Zulu says it is very clear that the only person giving President Hakainde Hichilema nightmares is his predecessor, Edgar Lungu, hence doing everything in his power to persecute and prosecute the former head of state. And Zulu says he does not agree with the judgement in the case involving Chiyeso Lungu, the…...
Let’s make Chinese partner with Zambians in business – Kopulande
ZAMBIA-CHINA Business and Friendship Association president Dr Sebastian Kopulande says the country does not seem to have found the formula for making Chinese investors accept going into partnership with Zambians. Speaking at HLB Global China Service Forum in Lusaka, Monday, Dr Kopulande advised investors to partner with Zambians as it was also a way to…...
We are still popular in Western Province – UPND
UPND Deputy Secretary General Gertrude Imenda says the ruling party is still popular in Western Province as evidenced by the support President Hakainde Hichilema received when he arrived in Mongu on Friday to attend the Kuomboka ceremony. In an interview, Sunday, Imenda said President Hichilema is still loved in Western Province despite the propaganda peddled…...
Vedanta can sell its shares in KCM – Kabuswe
MINISTER of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe says Vedanta can sell its KCM shares as long as it is within the confines of the law. And Kabuswe says people should stop spreading lies that President Hakainde Hichilema sold Mopani Copper Mines PLC to his friends. Meanwhile, the Mines Minister has disclosed that government is…...
VERBATIM: Kapata continues changing statements on Forest 27
Nchito SC: Now, you said you are not allowed to do business with government? Jean Kapata: Yes, My Lady. Nchito SC: So, when you got a plot, wasn’t that a business transaction? Jean Kapata: My Lord, I was not dealing with government, My Lady. Nchito SC: You were dealing with? Jean Kapata; My Lady, when…...
Kidist’s lawyers ask Police, NPA not to grant Elias Musyani bail
LAWYERS representing renowned musician Elton Mulenga alias Yo Maps’ wife Kidist Kifle have asked the Police and the National Prosecutions Authority (NPA) not to grant social media blogger Elias Musyani bail. Nsapato & Co. Advocates have told the police that Musyani has displayed cryptic venom of hate against Kidist and cannot be let loose and…...