Concourt dismisses petition to declare Matero seat vacant
THE Constitutional Court has dismissed the petition where PF faction secretary general Morgan Ng’ona wanted the court to declare the Matero parliamentary seat vacant. In this matter, Ng’ona was seeking an order declaring that the National Assembly should immediately declare the Matero Constituency parliamentary seat vacant and immediately notify the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ)…...
ACC nabs 4 more public officers over $10m AfDB loan
THE Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested and charged four more public officers from the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock for alleged corrupt practices. ACC Director General Daphne Chabu notes that the arrests form part of the ongoing investigations into the alleged misappropriation of part of the US$10,000,000 loan facility obtained by government from the African…...
Tonse elects Mundubile as president
THE Tonse Alliance has elected Brian Mundubile as its presidential candidate ahead of the 2026 general election. The Tonse Alliance has split into two factions, one led by Given Lubinda and another now headed by Mundubile, who takes over the mantle from Apostle Dan Pule. Mundubile, who is also a PF presidential aspiring candidate, has…...
Zambia failed to meet TAZAMA open access benchmarks – IMF
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) has disclosed that Zambia failed to meet structural benchmarks related to the TAZAMA Open Access Framework at the end of the Extended Credit Facility (EFC). IMF adds that it is ready to work with Zambia on another successor programme but timing for future arrangements will be disclosed in due course…....
Kabwe High Court upholds injunction blocking PF convention
THE Kabwe High Court has upheld an injunction, restraining the Given Lubinda-led PF faction from holding any meetings or conferences in the name of the party. In this matter, Morgan Ngóna, in his capacity as faction secretary general, has sued Brenda Nyirenda, in her capacity as the purported acting secretary general of the party. In…...
Zambia signs 1,000MW solar energy deal with Chinese investors
GOVERNMENT has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese investors on the development and implementation of large-scale renewable energy projects in Zambia, with a focus on solar power. The MoU which includes China Pingmei Shenma Holding Group Company Limited and LONGi Green Energy Technology Company Limited, establishes a framework for cooperation in renewable energy projects…...
Get their gifts, but your vote is secret, Archbishop Chama tips Kasama residents
KASAMA Archbishop Ignatius Chama has urged voters in Kasama to accept whatever they are being offered by contesting parties, but to keep their vote secret in today’s by-election. The Kasama mayoral by-election is scheduled for today, Thursday, following the death of the incumbent mayor, Theresa Kolala of the Patriotic Front. Six candidates successfully filed their…...
IMF approves $190m for Zambia after economic review
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Zambia’s debt is sustainable but remains at high risk of debt distress. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Dr Situmbeko Musokotwane says government has taken note of the IMF’s assessment, stating that making continued progress on debt restructuring remains a national priority. The IMF Executive Board completed the sixth and final review…...
ZAMMSA receives first batch of K132m renal supplies
THE Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) has announced the receipt of the first consignment of renal consumables in the country. In a statement, Wednesday, ZAMMSA Senior Corporate Communications Officer Enoch Lusoke said the life-saving consumables were part of a K132 million bulk procurement meant to provide relief for kidney patients undergoing dialysis treatment…....
Govt committed to amending laws that hinder investments – Muchende
SOLICITOR General Marshal Muchende, SC, says government is committed to creating a business-friendly environment by amending laws and regulations that hinder investment inflows into Zambia. Meanwhile, Clicks Group Managing Executive for Africa, Gwarega Mangozhe, has announced that the company has chosen Zambia as its next investment destination, citing the favourable macroeconomic stability currently prevailing in…...