Our energy sector would’ve partially shutdown without Mozambique – HH

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema says without the help of Mozambique, Zambia would have partially shutdown its energy sector. Mozambican President Daniel Chapo, on the other hand, has called on the two countries to work together in achieving economic independence. President Hichilema said this at State House on Thursday when he held bilateral talks with his Mozambican…...
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Court of Appeal partially upholds Esther Lungu’s appeal, expunges bank statements

THE Court of Appeal has partially upheld former first lady Esther Lungu’s appeal, expunging the bank statements for her foundation from evidence for having been produced in breach of Section 5 of the Evidence (Bankers Books) Act. Meanwhile, the court has held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Court (EFCC), High Court Division, did not…...
HH pardons 163 inmates under special Presidential release

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has pardoned 163 inmates countrywide under a special Presidential release. In a statement, Thursday, Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security Jack Mwiimbu stated that the release of the inmates reflected the spirit of forgiveness, mercy, and reconciliation that lies at the heart of the country’s independence celebrations. “Fellow countrymen and women,…...
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Sangwa, Dolika join forces

JOHN Sangwa and Dolika Banda have joined forces under the Movement for National Renewal (MNR) with intentions to contest in future elections. In a joint statement, Thursday, Sangwa and Dolika announced their decision to work under the Movement, stating that the partnership was founded on a shared conviction that Zambia’s future must be reclaimed by…...
Govt can propose constitution amendments, not just citizens – Muchende

SOLICITOR General Marshal Muchende says Bill 7 has not been rejected because the number of people against it is equal to the number of people supporting the Bill. Muchende says it is a misconception that constitution amendments must only be driven by citizens, stating that government can also propose revisions to the law. He adds…...
Chipata Diocese bans politicians from campaigning at church events

CHIPATA Diocese Bishop George Lungu has banned politicians from campaigning or making political statements during liturgical celebrations and church events. Bishop Lungu, however, says an exception may be made when the President is officially invited to attend a solemn church function. Addressing the media, Chipata Diocese Communications Director Fr Gabriel Mwanza, who spoke on behalf…...
I’m not contemplating presidency at the moment – Sunday

KANCHIBIYA PF MP Sunday Chanda says he is not in a hurry to join the long queue of those aspiring for the presidency. Chanda says at the right time, he will endorse someone who he believes can lead the country for the next five years. In an interview, Wednesday, Chanda said he was not contemplating…...
We are more dangerous in prison than outside – Lubinda

PF acting president Given Lubinda says party members are ready to go and liberate Zambia from prison. On Tuesday, Raphael Nakacinda joined the list of senior PF officials who are serving time, including Ronald Chitotela, Nixon Chilangwa, Bowman Lusambo, Joseph Malanji, Davies Chama and PF supporter Munir Zulu. In an interview, Wednesday, when asked to…...
