We’re not the voice of the voiceless: Maiko Zulu explains artists’ silence amid economic hardships
In the lead-up to the 2021 general elections, a group of artists led by Pilato, along with fellow artist Maiko Zulu, spearheaded a movement that prompted a group of young artists to undertake a ‘bush protest.’ Their mission was to advocate for accountability from the government of that period. This unique form of protest captured…...
Mabvuto, the boy who grew up on TV
For those who have closely followed “Mpali”, you’re likely familiar with most of the actors. This week, we had a chat with Chileshe Chileshe, who portrays Tombi’s son Mabvuto. Chileshe found himself swept into the whirlwind world of acting at an early age, and with a shy smile and quiet demeanor, he reveals a journey…...
Kundananji goal earns Zambia 3 points in Ghana
THE Copper Queens have put one foot in the fourth round of the Paris 2024 Olympic qualifiers with a victory over the Black Queens of Ghana in Accra last evening. Winger Racheal Kundananji struck 19 minutes into the game to give Zambia its first ever away win over the Black Queens. With the second leg…...
I didn’t say Pamodzi Hotel therapist ejaculated on me, ‘victim’ tells court
A LUSAKA woman has told the Lusaka High Court that she did not at any time claim that the Pamodzi Hotel employee she has accused of sexually harassing her ejaculated on her. Charity Mwansa Njelesani has also told the court that she did not ask for Kenneth Musonda’s services the first time she visited the…...
Speaker suspends Munir for donning a chitenge
SPEAKER of the National Assembly Nelly Mutti yesterday suspended Lumezi Independent Member of Parliament Munir Zulu for seven sitting days for wearing a chitenge in the House. Speaker Mutti said during the period of his suspension, Zulu would not enter the National Assembly premises or participate in any business or activities of the House. “I…...
State opposes Charity Katanga’s bail application
THE State has urged the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court to dismiss the application by former deputy Inspector General of Police Charity Katanga for bail pending appeal. Katanga is serving her three-year sentence after she was convicted for being in possession of 10 Higer buses believed to be proceeds of crime, a sentence she has appealed against…....
Slapdee’s BW3 hits over a million streams on Boomplay in 8 hrs
MWILA Musonda alias Slapdee has made his own new record after his BW3 album hit over a million streams within eight hours of dropping it on the popular music platform, Boomplay. The 22-track album features some of the top-tier artistes in the music industry like Macky 2, Tommy D, Mampi, Vinchenzo, 76 Drums, Jay Rox,…...
Police warn individuals planning to disrupt Ncwala
THE Zambia Police Service says it has received credible intelligence suggesting that certain individuals may be planning to cause disturbances at the Ncwala traditional ceremony scheduled for today. In a statement, Friday, Police Public Relations Officer Rae Hamoonga warned against any illegal activities that may disrupt the peaceful proceedings of the ceremony. “The Zambia Police…...
GMO mealie meal is safe to eat, but don’t steal it – Nalumango
VICE-President Mutale Nalumango says Genetically Modified Organisms mealie meal is safe to eat. And Vice-President Nalumango says even if the PF transform themselves to UKA, citizens are still able to identify them. Meanwhile, Vice-President Nalumango says if there was no free education she would probably be dead by now or would be wallowing in poverty…...
Speaker wasn’t being discriminatory when she banned Ngoni headbands in Parley – NA
THE National Assembly of Zambia says Speaker Nelly Mutti was on firm ground when she guided that members of parliament are not supposed to wear the Ngoni traditional head gear in the House because it is a violation of parliamentary rules. And the National Assembly has urged citizens to avoid issuing alarming statements on the…...