Daka reaches 100 games for Leicester City
STRIKER Patson Daka on Sunday recorded a personal milestone at his club Leicester City, making his 100th appearance in competitive games for the club since joining them in 2021. Since his arrival, Daka has been looking to cement his place in the Leicester setup but has had to face stiff competition from club legend Jamie…...
Household debt has increased by 8.5% due to slow economic activity – BoZ
THE Bank of Zambia’s October 2024 Financial Stability Report has revealed that slow economic activity led to an increase in individuals and households accessing loans from banks. The report states that household debt, measured by banks’ lending to individuals, rose by 8.5 per cent. “Household indebtedness rose gradually amid slowing economic activity. Household debt, measured…...
Zambia loses opening game at netball Africa Cup
ZAMBIA’S title defence at the Netball Africa Cup has opened up to the worst possible start with the team losing 40-52 to Malawi in Namibia yesterday. Charles Zulu’s side trailed throughout the match, with scores of 14-7 in the first quarter, 32-17 in the second, and 43-26 in the third. In a post-match interview, Zulu…...
It’s a huge recognition to make FIFPRO Women’s World 11 – Barbra
“IT is a huge recognition,” was Copper Queens and Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda’s reaction to becoming the first African player in history to be named in the 2024 FIFPRO Women’s World 11. FIFPRO are the worldwide representative organization for over 65,000 professional players. Every year, the global player union invites all professional footballers to…...
8-0 win is a plus, but our prayer is to reach Cosafa final – Kanyemba
COPPER Princesses coach Carol Kanyemba is not carried away with her team’s 10 – 0 bashing of Mauritius in the COSAFA under – 17 championship ahead of Zambia’s match against Madagascar. Yesterday, Zambia was in no compromising mood, the girls levelled up their game to score 10 past Mauritius in a match that saw them…...
May all parties accept the ConCourt ruling on Lungu’s eligibility for 2026
TODAY, the Constitutional Court will deliver a judgment that holds immense significance for Zambia’s political landscape: the ruling on former President Edgar Lungu’s eligibility to contest the 2026 presidential election. This case has kept the nation on edge, with emotions running high, arguments flying from all directions, and speculation dominating public discourse. As we approach…...
GBV statistics are alarming – CJ
CHIEF Justice Mumba Malila says the current gender based violence (GBV) statistics in the country are alarming. Speaking during a multi-sectoral approach in addressing gender based violence, Justice Malila said there was an urgent need to address GBV through comprehensive and robust mechanisms. “It is with both a heavy heart and sense of duty that…...
Don’t panic, there’s no indication we’ll have another drought, Mposha tells farmers
GREEN Economy and Environment Minister Mike Mposha has told farmers not to panic because there’s currently no indication that Zambia will face another drought this season. Asked if the country was going to have another drought and whether farmers should panic during ZNBC’s Sunday Interview, Mposha said there was no need for panic. “I want…...
Nakonde UPND member sues state for unlawful detention, demands K3.5m compensation
NAKONDE Constituency UPND vice chairperson for administration Charles Bowa Sinyangwe has sued the state in the High Court, demanding compensation for false imprisonment in the sum of K3.5 million for unlawful and unreasonable detention. Sinyangwe also wants compensation of legal fees in the sum of K500,000. He further wants damages for mental anguish, turmoil and…...
Proposed Cybercrimes bills a threat to democracy, CSOs tell HH
NGOCC Executive Director Anne Anamela says the proposed Cybercrimes bills present risks to good governance and democracy as it grants excessive power to state agencies. Meanwhile, Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu says President Hakainde Hichilema listened to CSO’s grievances and guided that the Cybercrimes bill be recalled from Parliament. Speaking when a…...
