Is PSL the best African destination for Zambian footballers?
FOR years, the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) has been appealing to many Zambian players in our local league. From afar, the PSL promises professional growth and financial rewards. But what if someone was to tell you that not all that glitters is gold? Enter Paricha Chikoya, a respected football agent in Zambia who…...
DEC nabs Lsk man for identity theft
THE Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC), through its Anti Money Laundering Investigations Unit (AMLIU), has arrested a 46-year-old man of Linda compound in Lusaka for identity theft and money laundering offences involving over K32,000. In a statement, Saturday, DEC Public Relations Officer Mwenge Mulenga said Leonard Banda forged two NRCs, two E-pay slips and two confirmations…...
People are failing to sleep because of high cost of living – M’membe
SOCIALIST Party leader Dr Fred M’membe says many people are failing to sleep nowadays as they keep wondering where the next meal will come from. Speaking during a media briefing in Lusaka, Friday, Dr M’membe said the country was losing more people every day because of the high cost of living and hypertension, which is…...
Celebrating 60 years of Japan-Zambia relations
ZAMBIA and Japan are this year celebrating 60 years of bilateral relations. To mark this, the Japanese embassy in Zambia has organised various commemorative events which are expected to run throughout the year. Last Saturday, the embassy of Japan hosted the “Japan Day” at Manda Hill Shopping Mall and later premiered the Japan Film festival…...
Don’t advise us about power, we know – Govt
DON’T advise us about power because we know, we’ve been there before, and we’ve been out before, says Health Minister Sylvia Masebo. And Masebo says PF member Chishimba Kambwili will be evacuated to South Africa for medical treatment either today or Monday because he is in bad condition. She also wonders why Kambwili decided to…...
News Diggers! Lite Edition 020 Sunday February 11, 2024
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Simon Mwewa’s prison journey Part 2
Incarcerated for just six days, Simon Chitambala Mwewa has a wealth of stories to share with those beyond the imposing prison walls. He recounts the experiences of inmates he met at Mwembeshi Maximum Correctional Facility, following a night spent at Kamwala Remand Prison. His journey unfolded after an encounter with a correctional service officer who…...
From State House to prison: Zumani narrates wining with Lungu, gassing charge and life in prison
IF you were in Zambia and particularly Copperbelt or Lusaka around 2019 and 2020, you will find it traumatising to even just remember the incidences of gassing. You needed to sleep in a gas mask if you could afford one. Some needed a gun, or knife for self-protection. For others, a whistle is all they…...
As long as tawaiba impiya, you should enjoy your money, Ng’andu relives K400,000 birthday bash
LET’s do a little bit of a throwback Saturday for a while. Remember when Engineer Abel Ng’andu, the Engineering Institute of Zambia president spent over K400, 000 to celebrate his 50th birthday? Well, he sheds more light on that extravagant leisure as we delve into his social life. Now, one thing I like about Ng’andu…...
My sight has been restored, I am healing, says Mutale Mwanza
AFTER a period of mystery and concern, media personality Mutale Mwanza breaks the silence, sharing a heartfelt health update that’s sure to resonate with fans worldwide. Join us as she opens up about her journey and the inspiring strength that has fueled her recovery. Last week Mutale Mwanza was reported to be unwell as confirmed…...