COF condemns police conduct at Lungu’s residence
CHAPTER One Foundation Executive Director Linda Kasonde has expressed displeasure at the manner police conducted themselves at former president Edgar Lungu’s house in a bid to search the premises. Kasonde said the force used by Police at Lungu’s Ibex Hill residence was not proportionate to the legitimate objective to be achieved given the circumstances. In…...
Police summon Chanda Kabwe for questioning again
POLICE have summoned former Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit national coordinator Chanda Kabwe to appear before its investigation team on Tuesday, next week. Kabwe’s summoning comes barely two weeks after police warned and cautioned him for allegedly being in possession of property believed to have been stolen. According to a notice to employer dated May…...
Employees take ZNBC to task over non-remittance of NAPSA contributions
SOME ZNBC employees have taken the national broadcaster to task after finding out that the institution has not been remitting NAPSA contributions to the authority. But ZNBC has explained to members of staff that the problem is inherent at the institution, and discussions are underway with NAPSA to find a way forward. The employees complained…...
Govt calls for increased utilisation of Zambia’s digital services
GOVERNMENT says there is need to hasten ICT literacy levels in the country and increase utilisation of digital services. And British High Commission in Zambia Head of Economic Development and Green Growth Sarah Bloom says as people embrace new technologies, they need to be mindful of the impact they have on society and the economy…....
HH holds no grudge against Lungu, there’s nothing to reconcile on – Kasanda
CHIEF Government Spokesperson Chushi Kasanda says there is nothing to reconcile between President Hakainde Hichilema and former president Edgar Lungu because the Head of State holds nothing against his predecessor. Kasanda, however, says Lungu can come forth and meet with President Hichilema if he is willing or wants to speak to the Head of State…....
Yamba challenges ACC’s move to place 3rd restriction notice on his account
FORMER Secretary to the Treasury Fredson Yamba has sued ACC in the Lusaka High Court, challenging its decision to issue a third restriction notice on his bank account after the expiry of previous ones. Yamba, who is facing various criminal charges before the Magistrates’ Court, wants an order that the notice of restriction dated March…...
CAA games have boosted our economy – Kangwa
MINISTRY of Youth, Sport and Arts Permanent Secretary Chileshe Kangwa says hotels and lodges on the Copperbelt and surrounding cities were fully booked following the country’s successful hosting of the Confederation of African Athletics games. In an interview, Thursday, Kangwa said this was good and meant more revenue for the country because people were spending…...
HH overrated his credibility – KBF
ZAMBIA Must Prosper leader Kelvin Fube Bwalya says President Hakainde Hichilema overrated his credibility, thinking his relationship with the West will make it easy for him to get money from IMF. And Bwalya has questioned whether President Hichilema cares about his ministers, arguing that ministers need VX motor vehicles for security purposes and travelling to…...
Muzala destined for greatness – Matete
FORMER 400m hurdles world champion Samuel Matete says Muzala Samukonga is destined for greatness as the world is yet to see the beast in him. Speaking in an interview with Goal Diggers, Matete said Samukonga’s 43.91s new personal best is testament that the enterprising athlete is heading for the top. “We are proud of Samukonga…...
NAPSA partial withdrawals have given indebted teachers breathing space – ZNUT
THE Zambia National Union of Teachers (ZNUT) says the NAPSA partial withdrawals have at least given teachers who are financially indebted some breathing space. As of Wednesday this week, NAPSA had paid out K1.5 billion to 45,869 beneficiaries under the pre-retirement lump sum benefits. In an interview, ZNUT Director Public Relations and International Affairs Godwin…...