LCC records 9,800 marriages in 2025
THE Lusaka City Council (LCC) has formalised and recorded 9,800 marriages from January 1, 2025, to date. In a statement, Tuesday, LCC Public Relations Manager Chola Mwamba urged eligible couples to formalise their relationships, stressing that marriage registration was not only a romantic gesture but also a legal requirement. “The Lusaka City Council’s Department of…...
UPND drops Kantenga, names Muunda as Chawama candidate
THE ruling party has dropped Timothy Kantenga as its candidate for the Chawama by-election after it was discovered that he only registered as a voter in December. UPND Chairman for Elections Gary Nkombo announced that the party has instead settled on Morgan Muunda to carry the UPND flag in the Chawama race. Meanwhile, Muunda has…...
Bill 7 vote has exposed weak opposition – Fr Mapulanga
CARITAS Zambia Executive Director Fr Gabriel Mapulanga says it was disappointing to see how opposition MPs voted for Bill 7. Fr Mapulanga notes that the opposition is currently fragmented and very weak, adding that it will not be easy for them to compete effectively in the 2026 elections. Commenting on the National Assembly passing Bill…...
Govt won’t advertise 2,000 MoH jobs, but pick from existing database
THE Civil Service Commission has announced that the recruitment of 2,000 health workers will be conducted by steering committees using the existing database, noting that there will be no new advertisements. The Commission says this marks the official commencement of the recruitment exercise, which will be undertaken in two phases starting with the promotion of…...
TI-Z rebukes Speaker Mutti for dancing to Bill 7 victory
TRANSPARENCY International Zambia (TI-Z) has condemned Speaker Nelly Mutti for engaging in celebratory conduct after the passage of Bill 7, stating that she must uphold impartiality and rise above partisan outcomes. While acknowledging that the passage of Bill 7 was lawful, TI-Z has maintained that the process lacked broader consultation and urges government to anchor…...
ConCourt dismisses LAZ, CSOs’ bid to halt Constitutional Amendment
THE Constitutional Court has dismissed an application by the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) and other CSOs for a conservatory order to suspend the activities of the Technical Committee. The court has ruled that the applicants moved the court “too late in the day”, as the Technical Committee had already concluded its work and submitted…...
Police nab Monze man for defiling stepdaughter twice
POLICE in Monze have detained a 32-year-old man for allegedly defiling his 14-year-old stepdaughter on two occasions. Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the detention, stating that the matter was reported to Monze Police Station on December 15 by the victim. Namalongo stated that the juvenile was believed to have been sexually abused…...
Police recover stolen vehicles, firearms
POLICE have recovered firearms, stolen motor vehicles, engines and car spare parts, following recent arrests in Lusaka Province. At a press briefing, Tuesday, Lusaka Province Commanding Officer Lemekani Chirwa said the province had experienced a worrying wave of violent crimes, including the murder of three Chinese nationals and a spike in motor vehicle thefts. “The…...
9 candidates race for Chawama seat
NINE candidates yesterday successfully filed their nominations for the Chawama constituency by-election slated for January 15, 2026. The candidates who successfully filed their nominations include Morgan Muunda (UPND), Bright Nundwe (FDD), Davison Mulenga (Citizens First), Ntazana Musukuma (Leadership Movement), Mohammad Mutete (New Congress Party) and James Phiri (National Democratic Congress). The race will also feature…...
AG report reveals more misapplication of funds in councils
THE Auditor General’s office has released its Audit Report on the Accounts of Local Authorities for the financial year ended December 31, 2024, revealing persistent weaknesses in governance and financial management across several councils. Acting Auditor General Dr Ron Mwambwa says the report highlights the misapplication of funds, unspent grants and over-employment of staff, all…...