Let’s change the traditional way of auditing by embracing information systems – Govt
SECRETARY to the Treasury Felix Nkulukusa says there is need for auditors to move away from the traditional way of auditing by doing it in an automated environment. And Acting Auditor General Ron Mwambwa says government is promoting the use of Information and Communication Technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the management of public…...
Court adjourns Esther’s theft of motor vehicle case to Nov 27 for trial
THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has adjourned the case in which former First Lady Esther Lungu is charged with theft of motor vehicle and possession of $400,000 suspected to be proceeds of crime to November 27 for commencement of trial. The former first lady and four others appeared before Magistrate Mbuywana Sinvula yesterday where their case…...
ZPPA to probe fuel procurement saga, as TI-Z calls for Kapala’s suspension
THE Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) says it will look into reports that Energy Minister Peter Kapala cancelled a contract for the importation of cheaper fuel by Devon Oil Zambia Limited, before giving preference to Agro-Fuel Investment. And Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has called on President Hakainde Hichilema to suspend Kapala to pave way for…...
It’s our job to weaken PF but they’re helping us do that – UPND
UPND chairperson for elections Gary Nkombo says it’s the ruling party’s duty to weaken PF, but argues that the opposition party has been doing that to itself lately due to internal fights. On Saturday, former president Edgar Lungu announced his return to active politics as PF leader. This was a few days after embattled Matero…...
Kansanshi contributed 82% of what ZCCM-IH received as dividends last 15 yrs – PwC
A Pricewater Coopers (PwC) Mining Industry Review Report has revealed that in the last 15 years, ZCCM-IH received K8 billion as dividends from its mining shareholders, of which K6.6 billion was from Kansanshi Mine PLC. And PwC Country Senior Partner Andrew Chibuye says there is need to ensure sustainable capital expenditure and policy stability in…...
Court gives Munir 30 days to bring in Kaizer
THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has granted Lumezi Independent member of parliament Munir Zulu 30 days within which to present Kaizer Zulu before court in a matter in which he is charged with one count of conversion not amounting to theft. Lusaka Magistrate Mutinta Mwenya issued a bench warrant against former president Edgar Lungu’s political advisor…...
Kapalu should carry on FIC’s legacy of exposing illicit financial transactions – TI-Z
THE Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has welcomed the appointment of a new FIC Director General, saying the absence of a substantive office bearer at such an institution was rendering a disservice to the anti-corruption agenda. Last week, the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) Board appointed Clement Kapalu as the new Director General with immediate effect. In…...
Govt explains measures it’s undertaking to curb Anthrax spread
FISHERIES and Livestock Minister Makozo Chikote says a ban on the movement of livestock and livestock products has been enforced in all districts which have reported an Anthrax outbreak. And Chikote has disclosed that the number of persons that have died from Anthrax has risen to three, with the latest death being recorded in Lumezi […]
Police nab 8 “unruly” PF cadres
POLICE in Lusaka have apprehended and detained eight Patriotic Front Party cadres for the offence of conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace. And PF Secretary General Raphael Nakacinda says former president Edgar Lungu is still party president because he was merely on leave. In a statement, Monday, Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said…...
Prisoners use same bucket for food, scooping faeces from toilets – Audit Report
THE 2023 Prisons Audit report has revealed that there are low levels of respect for inmates’ human rights in most prisons across the country. According to the report, 57.4% of inmates complained of inhumane treatment at various correctional facilities. The report revealed that an example of such inhumane treatment inflicted on inmates was the use…...