Creation of new constituencies needs better scrutiny, transparency
IF we are to put things simply, we could say, the statements on delimitation are confusing. In one breath, Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) Chief Electoral Officer Brown Kasaro says the delimitation report does not specify which areas will be split if the Constitution is amended to create 55 new constituencies. Yet, in another breath,…...
Would You Skip This Car Check?
We would never drive a car without checking it first: fuel, tyres, warning lights. Yet when it comes to our own bodies, especially in demanding work environments, we expect them to keep going without the same care. No pause. Just performance. Zambia is modernising fast. New vehicles on our roads. New mines opening and expanding. […]
2 die in Chikankata after house catches fire due to lightening
TWO members of a family have died while two others sustained burn injuries after their house caught fire due to a lightning strike in Chikankanta’s Ng’andu Habeenzu village. In a statement, Southern Province Police Commanding Officer Moono Namalongo confirmed the incident, stating that it was reported to police by Agripa Mweene, 43, of the same…...
5 most memorable moments in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations
The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco on December 21. The best sports betting site 1xBet, an official partner of CAF, looks back at the most remarkable events in the history of the continent’s premier football tournament. The first AFCON and Egypt’s triumph The tournament was first held in…...
Ulemu Fight Academy tops gym standings as ZNAL 8 winners eye Africa Championships slots
Ulemu Fight Academy (UFA) emerged as the most dominant gym at the Zambia Amateur National League (ZNAL 8) after recording the highest number of victories on an 18-fight all-Zambian card held at Scream Night Club on Saturday. According to the official MMA Zambia score card, UFA fighters secured six wins on the night, finishing ahead…...
Sichone feeling frustrated as Chipolopolo gear up for Congo DR test
ZAMBIA national team head coach, Moses Sichone says it is frustrating not to have a full squad in camp due to the unavailability of the foreign based players. Sichone said it is unfortunate that he cannot have a full squad to prepare for the upcoming friendly games against Democratic Republic of Congo and defending champions,…...
Nkandu hails public private partnership as Magoye unveils mini stadium
SPORTS Minister Elvis Nkandu has described the newly opened Nachoombe Kabunda mini ultra-modern stadium in Magoye, Mazabuka District, as a powerful symbol of vision, patriotism and public private partnerships. In a speech ready by Ministry of Sports Youth and Arts Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe during the launch of the mini stadium in Magoye, Nkandu said…...
Siwale keeps Super League title dream alive
ZESCO United head coach Emmanuel Siwale has insisted that his side remain firmly in the race for the MTN Super League title, despite an inconsistent run of form. Buoyed by a morale-boosting 3-1 comeback victory over log leaders Red Arrows, Siwale dismissed suggestions that Zesco are merely targeting a top-four finish or an ABSA Cup…...
I’m surprised that some corrupt PF officials are still free – Wynter
FORMER Justice minister Wynter Kabimba says he is surprised that some PF members are still walking freely, despite their involvement in past corruption. Kabimba claims that the PF wants President Hakainde Hichilema to be voted out so that they can return to power and continue doing the wrong things they were doing. Speaking when he…...
It’s you who should shut up and organise your party, ZCTU tells PF
ZAMBIA Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) president Blake Mulala says the PF are the ones who should “shut up” and organise their party, which he claims is failing to provide checks and balances to government. Mulala says unlike the PF’s Bill 10, the UPND’s Bill 7 respects the rights of workers. Shiwang’andu PF MP Stephen…...