If they’re saying this is Bill 10, PF should support it – Milupi
UPND Alliance Chairperson Charles Milupi has wondered why the PF is not supporting the proposed amendments to the Constitution since they are claiming that they are no different from Bill 10. Recently, PF member of the central committee Dr Canisius Banda said attempts to amend the Constitution were a desperate act after realising that power…...
We joined Tonse to stop Constitution amendment, remove HH – SP
THE Socialist Party says its shared interests with Tonse Alliance are to stop constitutional amendments and to remove the UPND government from power in 2026. And party vice president Dr Cosmas Musumali says the party, like any other opposition political party, has been under pressure due to the UPND’s lack of fulfilment of their campaign…...
Cyber law favours state control over human rights – COF
CHAPTER One Foundation (COF) says government’s refusal to incorporate key safeguards during consultations on the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Acts has left the law dangerously unbalanced, prioritising state control over human rights protection. COF Executive Director Josiah Kalala further says the lack of official government communication about the President assenting to the Cyber Security…...
DPP seeks to grab Ndozo Lodge, 100 other properties
DIRECTOR of Public Prosecutions Gilbert Phiri has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Court to forfeit to the state over K10 million and US$7,000 belonging to Ndozo Lodge proprietor Chrint Sichamba and others, arguing that these are tainted properties. The state further seeks the forfeiture of over 100 properties, which include Ndozo Lodge, houses and…...
News Diggers! Lite Edition 143 Saturday April 19, 2025
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I’m an involved President, not an observer – HH
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema says he is not an observer president but gets involved and spearheads activities in government. Speaking when he met a delegation from the European Union, Thursday, President Hichilema said he got involved directly in resolving litigation in some mines that had lasted 46 years. “The President himself is taking a personal agenda…...
KK Day golf tourney to tee off at State House
THE Ministry of Sports, Youth and Arts has officially launched the inaugural Kenneth Kaunda Day Golf Tournament 2025, a commemorative sporting event scheduled to take place on April 28, at the State House Golf Course in Lusaka. Speaking during the official launch, Minister of Sports, Youth and Arts Elvis Nkandu described the tournament as a…...
Be safe, RTSA, ZPL caution fans ahead of Kitwe derby
THE Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) has teamed up with the Zambian Premier League (ZPL), Power Dynamos FC, and Nkana FC to issue a passionate appeal for safety among fans as anticipation escalates ahead of this weekend’s Kitwe Derby. The fiery encounter between Copperbelt giants Nkana and Power Dynamos is set to take place…...
FIFA seems to favour Kamanga, laments Mutale
FOOTBALL administrator Damiano Mutale has expressed concern that FIFA seems to favour current Football House chief Andrew Kamanga as FAZ prepares to go for its presidential polls. In a statement, Tuesday, Mutale lamented that the world football governing body had disregarded legitimate concerns raised by various Zambian stakeholders. “While we recognize and welcome FIFA’s directive…...
Exchange rate has been stable despite pressure – BoZ
BANK of Zambia Governor Dr Denny Kalyalya says the exchange rate has remained stable despite the pressures in the market. And Dr Kalyalya says the trade wars between the United States and other countries may have a knock-on effect on copper exports. Speaking during the Townhall Forum on the country budget and economic performance for…...
