Zesco’s $80m payment to Exim Bank was 100% in conformity with loan agreement – Musokotwane
GOVERNMENT says Zesco’s $80 million payment was made in full conformity of the agreement guiding the firm’s loan from Exim Bank of China for the construction of the Kafue Gorge Lower Power Station. Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane says no creditor or any international financing institution has raised concern over Zesco’s payment to Exim Bank of…...
Broadcasters suffered reduced revenue due to load shedding in 2024 – IBA
INDEPENDENT Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Chairperson Chikosola Chuula says Zambia’s broadcasting sector faced significant challenges in 2024 due to the ongoing electricity crisis. Speaking during the end of year press briefing, Tuesday, Chuula said power disruptions made it difficult for broadcasters to maintain consistent operations, impacting the quality and availability of broadcasts. He also said the…...
Mposha warns against illegal charcoal production, encroachment in protected forests
Minister of Green Economy and Environment Mike Mposha has expressed concern over the escalating levels of illegal charcoal production and encroachment in protected forest areas, emphasising the need for urgent action to address these issues. Speaking during the launch of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan for the ministry, Mposha said some officers in the forestry sector…...
There’s no looming fuel shortage, insists ERB
THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has refuted reports circulating on social media that there is a looming fuel shortage in the country. In a statement, Tuesday, ERB Acting Public Relations Manager Chibulu Musonda said as of 23rd December, 2024, out of 616 sites countrywide, 587 were selling diesel while 502 were selling petrol with only…...
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Chrismas Superstitions
The Christmas period is akin to a tapestry woven with twinkling lights, beautifully decorated trees, good food, family reunions, old-age customs, and traditions. This beloved holiday heralds the arrival of unmatched joy. In winter wonderlands people gather around hearths to celebrate this festival with unmixed fervor. Each tradition associated with Christmas adds to the depth […]
Astria Learning Celebrates Milestone with 113 CBU ECAMPUS Graduates
Press Release: Astria Learning Celebrates Milestone with 113 CBU ECAMPUS Graduates – eLearning and EdTech Transforming Higher Education in Zambia and Beyond Lusaka, Zambia — December 13, 2024 Astria Learning, a global leader in eLearning solutions, proudly commemorated the graduation of 113 students under the Copperbelt University (CBU) ECAMPUS during the 32nd Second Session Graduation […]
HH pardons 759 inmates
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has pardoned 759 inmates across all prisons and correctional centres. At a briefing, Tuesday, Home Affairs and Internal Security Jack Mwiimbu said those pardoned included 712 ordinary, four convicted females with circumstantial children, 12 old aged persons, 14 foreign nationals and 17 commutations. He said among those pardoned, 711 were male and…...
Witchcraft laws in Zambia: Can police confidently say no one uses charms at Force Headquarters?
LAST week, an intriguing story came out of the Zambia Police where it was announced that the law enforcement wings had apprehended a witch doctor from Mozambique and another from Sinda District, who were allegedly hired to use charms to harm President Hakainde Hichilema. According to the police, the suspects were found in possession of…...
Unpredictable policy decisions discouraging investment – IMF
INTERNATIONAL Monetary Fund Resident Representative in Zambia Eric Lautier says unpredictable policy decisions and too much bureaucracy is discouraging investment. And Lautier says it is difficult to measure the success of IMF programmes due to the absence of counter factors. Speaking when he featured on ZNBC’s Sunday Interview, Lautier noted that the private sector still…...
