Foreign fans singing vernacular lyrics in Pole Pole album was a standout – Pompi
Pompi’s Pole Pole album isn’t just a musical masterpiece, it’s a game-changer that has brought him more milestones than any of his past creations. He says one of the most unforgettable moments for him was touring across different countries and witnessing people sing along to his Nyanja and Bemba lyrics. The crowning achievement, however, was…...
Mwanachingwala explains “Zambia shall be shaved” comedy show
When you read the phrase ‘Zambia Shall Be Shaved,’ your mind might jump to Dr Nevers Mumba or Chellah Tukuka’s Forest 27, right? Well, think again, Stand-up comedian Cheelo Mwanachingwala is here to clear the air, and no, it’s not about ministries. This bold and bald-headed comic reveals that the title is all about a…...
Lungu is confused, we wouldn’t have load-shedding if PF had invested – Luapula Minister
LUAPULA Province Minister Njavwa Simutowe says Zambia would not be experiencing load shedding if the PF administration had invested in the energy sector during its 10 year rule. And Simutwe says UPND will scoop the upcoming elections in Kawambwa. Responding to former president Edgar Lungu’s advise that people of Luapula should not sacrifice their dignity…...
I’ve never done music to impress people – Mr Crown
Music has an undeniable way of reaching the soul, and for artiste Brighton Ng’andu, alias, Mr Crown, it’s not about impressing others, it’s deeply personal. He says he turned to singing as a form of healing after the heartbreaking loss of his mother, finding solace in each note. Whether he’s dealing with pain or simply…...
Cost of living reduces to K10,393.16 for Nov
THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has recorded a slight reduction in the Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket for a family of five, which dropped to K10,393.16 in November 2024 from K10,408.88 in October. In a statement, Friday, JCTR Social and Economic Development Officer Lukwesa Musonda attributed the decrease of K15.72 to a drop…...
Bad headlines good for democracy, it means nothing is hidden – VEEP
VICE-President Mutale Nalumango says recent “bad headlines” in the media show that the environment is good for democracy and also indicate that there may be something wrong which government needs to work on. Vice-President Nalumango also says government has approved a statutory instrument to allow more companies to access the TAZAMA pipeline. And Vice-President Nalumango…...
High Court overturns Mwewa’s 6-month sentence, fines him K6,000
THE Lusaka High Court has set aside the six-month sentence that was imposed on social media blogger Simon Mwewa for maliciously damaging property. High Court Judge Ian Mabbolobbolo has instead fined Mwewa K6,000 for the offence. Justice Mabbolobbolo says Mwewa’s custodial sentence was excessive and a departure from the principles of sentencing. In January, Lusaka…...
HH was shocked to hear he received $20m from Tshisekedi, Hamasaka tells court
STATE House Chief Communications Specialist Clayson Hamasaka has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that President Hakainde Hichilema was shocked to hear that he had received US$20 million from his Congolese counterpart, Felix Tshisekedi. Hamasaka also told the court that he was prompted to report Dr Fred M’membe to the police because of the falsehoods that…...
Speaker chases Sinda, Kalulushi MPs for making noise
SPEAKER of the National Assembly Nelly Mutti yesterday chased Sinda PF MP Masausto Tembo and his Kalulushi counterpart Kampamba Mulenga from the House for disorderly conduct. The two MPs were chased at different times during the Vice President’s question time for debating while seated and making noise in the House. Speaker Mutti had earlier warned…...
We’re dedicated to rectifying any shortcomings in electoral process – ECZ
ELECTORAL Commission of Zambia Chairperson Mwangala Zaloumis says the institution remains dedicated to enhancing its achievements and rectifying any shortcomings in the electoral process. Speaking during Zambia Electoral Stakeholders Conference, Thursday, Zaloumis said active participation of stakeholders in the electoral process would ensure the successful implementation of ECZ’s 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. “The ECZ’s 2023–2027 Strategic…...
