U.S Foreign Aid Reduction: What does this mean for Zambia’s health sector? – Part 1
A strong healthcare system is fundamental to economic development. It supports productivity, reduces long-term healthcare costs, and contributes to a healthier, more resilient population. The World Bank Annual Report 2023 underscores that countries with robust health systems are more likely to sustain economic growth and withstand external shocks. In Zambia, where domestic health financing remains […]
Senior Chief Kopa backs delimitation calls
SENIOR Chief Kopa of the Bisa speaking people of Kanchibiya District says he is in support of the proposed Constitution amendment, especially on the aspect of delimitation. The Chief was however quick to mention that he was not privy of the proposed amendments, in totality. Speaking, Sunday, through Sub-Chief Mwansabamba after Infrastructure Minister Charles Milupi…...
Govt plans to amend non-contentious clauses to avoid spending money on meetings – Mweetwa
CHIEF Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa has insisted that government intends to amend non-contentious and non-controversial issues in the Constitution to avoid creating a budget burden. Mweetwa has also dismissed criticisms from opposition political parties regarding the planned constitutional amendments, calling them unnecessary. On Saturday, various opposition political party leaders and civil society organisations held a…...
Police don’t arrest violent UPND cadres for fear of being demoted – PF
PF faction Deputy Secretary General Brenda Nyirenda says police do not arrest UPND cadres perpetrating violence during political activities because they are scared of either being demoted or chased. Commenting on Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga’s statement that there’s a lot of political will in the fight against violence committed during political activities, Nyirenda argued that…...
Isoka MP demands K375,000 from Bowman
ISOKA PF MP Marjory Nakaponda has asked the Lusaka High Court to enter judgement in default of Bowman Lusambo’s appearance and defence in the matter where she has sued him, demanding an order for the recovery of K375,000, which she paid towards the purchase of a house in Silverest. In this matter, Nakaponda also wants…...
Voters will choose between a Christian like me or a celebrity – Chilundika
NCHANGA UPND MP Derricky Chilundika says people have the right to choose between a Christian like himself or a celebrity, and possibly turn the National Assembly into Big Brother Africa. He, however, says he will defend his seat in 2026 because he still wants to deliver development to the Nchanga constituency. Mulaza Kaira, alias Macky…...
Non-functioning Parley has contributed to the problems we face today – Mundubile
MPOROKOSO PF member of parliament Brian Mundubile says the past three years have been difficult for opposition MPs due to the presiding officers who expect all the members to be praise singers. He adds that the National Assembly has also largely contributed to the problems that Zambia faces today because opposition MPs are not given…...
Chief Luchembe concerned over recent teacher recruitment
CHIEF Luchembe of Kanchibiya District has expressed concern over the recent teacher recruitment process, lamenting that many qualified young people in his chiefdom were left out. Chief Luchembe says this development has caused great disappointment and frustration within Kanchibiya communities. Meanwhile, the traditional leader has praised government for constructing the Aluni-Mulonga Acrow bridge on Kanchibiya…...
We’ll argue that Esther’s properties are not tainted – Lawyer
FORMER First Lady Esther Lungu’s lawyer, Charles Changano, says now that his client has regained possession of her 15 double-storey flats, he is ready to argue that the properties are not proceeds of crime. And Changano says he has advised his client not to dispose of her flats until the Court of Appeal concludes the…...
HH has moved the country 22 years ahead of time – Nkombo
LOCAL Government and Rural Development Minister Gary Nkombo says President Hakainde Hichilema has moved the country 22 years ahead of time, owing to the increased Constituency Development Fund. And Shiwang’andu PF member of parliament Stephen Kampyongo has advised government to imitate the consensus-building that was conducted during the 2016 constitutional amendment. In the National Assembly,…...
