Deadline for submissions on the Copyright Bill should be extended – Zamcops
ZAMCOPS Vice-chairperson Danny Mwikisa, popularly known as Danny Peddle, says the time allocated to creatives to make submissions to the Copyright Draft Bill by PACRA is inadequate and should therefore be extended. The recently released Copyright Draft Bill has been received with mixed feelings by creatives. Former Zambia Association of Musicians president Mailo Zulu and…...
Mzenga drops first OGee’z Cypher
IF you’re a keen follower of Zambian music, then you know the name Dj Mzenga Man is associated with the Cypher series, with his official end-of-year Cypher series being the most popular and consistent one, as it’s been running since 2013. Other notable cyphers from Mzenga which have earned him the name Mfumu Yama Cypher…...
Let us embrace AI in the creative in industry – Chef
RAPPER Kondwani Kaira alias Chef 187 says the use of AI is welcome in the creative industry and has urged artistes to embrace it as long as intellectual property is protected. The rapper reveals that he has been pondering using it to mix and master some of his new music. To his starving fans, he…...
Chile One fires Back: “Most online fashion designers are broke”
OBED Chileshe alias Chile One has hit back at critics who criticised his look, saying most of these people who criticise others on dress code on social in reality are “hungry people”. Earlier in the week, Chile One debuted a new look. He did something with his hair, something that looks like an attempt for…...
ZEMA reduces environmental impact assessment fees
THE Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) says the revised Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations have reduced review fees for Environmental and Social Project Briefs (ESPBs) and Environmental and Social Impact Statements (ESISs). In a statement, ZEMA Manager Corporate Affairs Ruth Kanyanga Kamwi said fees which are effective January 9, 2026, have decreased from K17,300 to K5,300…...
I assaulted my girlfriend’s husband in self-defence, man tells court
A 35-YEAR-old man has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that he acted in self-defense when he punched the husband to his girlfriend, who found him hiding in a wardrobe at his house. Dickson Musupelo is facing one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm contrary to section 248 of the Penal Code Chapter 87 of…...
We’re investigating illegal sale of ARVs at illegal mines – MoH
THE Ministry of Health says it is collaborating with relevant authorities in order to stop the alleged selling of essential medicines at mining sites in Mpika and Kasempa. The Ministry says reports alleging that drugs, including antiretroviral drugs (ARVs), being sold illegally at mining sites pose serious health risks and violate national laws. In a…...
I’m willing to step down as presidential candidate – Makebi
MAKEBI Zulu says he is willing to step down from aspiring as PF presidential candidate, and work with other leaders to guarantee victory for the opposition in the August polls. Meanwhile, Zulu says New Congress Party (NCP) leader Peter Chanda, who has invited him to take over the party presidency, acknowledges that he is not…...
Zambia and DRC strengthen ties to boost regional connectivity
ZAMBIA and DRC have strengthened relations to boost connectivity through key road infrastructure projects. Minister of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development Charles Milupi met with his DRC counterpart Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works, John Banza Lunda in Kinshasa yesterday to discuss regional connectivity. The meeting highlighted the significance of the shared 1,930km border, presenting…...
We conducted 53 investigations in 2025 – ZPPA
THE Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) says in 2025, it undertook 53 investigations, 76 appeals and 55 compliance assessments on various public procurement related matters. ZPPA Director General Gloria Ngoma says the Authority suspended CTR Drilling and Earth Movers Limited from participating in public procurement for one year for submitting information that is not genuine…....