Maintain by-elections, scrap nominated MPs, Chapter One submits
CHAPTER One Foundation has submitted to the Technical Committee on Constitution Amendments that the country should not do away with by-elections to ensure that citizens are free to exercise their political will. The Foundation has also proposed that the nomination of MPs should be abolished as it undermines the country’s constitutional democracy by strengthening the…...
Kitwe businesswoman in court for drug trafficking
A 36-YEAR-OLD Kitwe businesswoman, Khadija Mingel, has appeared before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court for allegedly trafficking in 500 grams of cocaine without lawful authority. Meanwhile, a state witness has told the court that Mingel was one of the ladies interested in buying a Mark X from his car dealership, a vehicle later discovered with drugs…...
Kabwe High Court blocks PF convention
THE Kabwe High Court has granted Robert Chabinga an order of interim injunction, restraining the Given Lubinda-led PF faction from holding any meetings or conferences in the name of the party. Meanwhile, Chabinga says the party will only hold a convention in 2027. In this matter, Chabinga has cited Brenda Nyirenda in her capacity as…...
Lufuma applauds ZNS for initiating marathon
MINISTER of Defence, Ambrose Lufuma has commended the Zambia National Service (ZNS) for initiating a marathon event that celebrates health, endurance, and service to the nation. Lufuma says the MFZ-Eagles Marathon demonstrates ZNS’s commitment not only to fitness and wellness but also to youth empowerment, discipline, and community development. Lufuma made the remarks during the…...
Mwila backs Mundubile as PF vows to proceed with convention
BRENDA Nyirenda says the PF will not be stopped by the courts or any arrests, stating that they will go ahead with their convention slated for November 29, 2025. And PF presidential hopeful Brian Mundubile has refuted claims that he is a UPND project, saying the first time he will meet President Hakainde Hichilema is…...
Leaders must guard their tongues
“When leaders speak recklessly, followers act irresponsibly.” These are words of wisdom that hold special meaning in moments like this, as the nation reflects on the disturbing statement made by Bweengwa UPND Member of Parliament Kasauta Michelo. The lawmaker recently threatened to unleash cadres on Chingola youths who attempted to stone President Hakainde Hichilema during…...
Tambatamba unveils pension reforms
LABOUR and Social Security Minister Brenda Tambatamba has revealed that on January 30, 2025, Cabinet approved in principle, a comprehensive package of pension reforms. Tambatamba says the current 20 percent partial withdrawal benefit will be expanded to allow members to access this amount as a lump sum at retirement, with the possibility of increasing the…...
Motorcycle accidents claim 375 lives in 9 months
GOVERNMENT has disclosed that over 2,700 motorcycle crashes were recorded across the country, resulting in 375 fatalities between January and September 2025. Presenting a ministerial statement in Parliament, Wednesday, Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali said government had observed with deep concern the increase of road traffic crashes involving motorcycles and tricycles across the country…....
News Diggers Epaper Edition 2126 Friday November 14th, 2025
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YANGO ZAMBIA EMPOWERS DRIVERS WITH NEW “MY AREA” FEATURE AND SAFETY EDUCATION INITIATIVE
Lusaka, Zambia, November 13th, 2025 – Yango Zambia, part of the global tech company Yango Group has hosted a Driver Platform & Safety Education event for partner drivers in Lusaka. The event brought together partner drivers for a day of learning, innovation, and engagement — reinforcing Yango’s commitment to safety, transparency, and empowerment in Zambia’s […]