Mobile Money scams a threat to financial inclusion – PAYZ
THE Payments Association of Zambia (PAYZ) says the increase in Mobile Money scams is a threat to financial inclusion that the country has worked hard to achieve. Recently during the Ukusefya Pang’wena Traditional Ceremony in Northern Province, President Hakainde Hichilema expressed worry over the increasing number of Mobile Money scams, cyber-crime and cyber-bullying, especially against…...
OMCAZ, Future Experts Limited sign MoU to ensure safety of tankers, drivers
OIL Marketing Companies Association of Zambia (OMCAZ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Future Experts Limited to establish a collaborative framework for the deployment of advanced safety systems on fuel tankers. And OMCAZ president Dr Kafula Mubanga says although most of the cargo is being transported through the TAZAMA pipeline, there is need…...
There’s no diesel crisis – Indeni
INDENI Board Chairperson Watson Lumba says there is no diesel crisis in the country. And Lumba says Indeni has contributed to the Kwacha appreciating as it did not constantly obtain dollars from the Bank of Zambia (BoZ). Speaking when he featured on Diamond TV, Wednesday, Lumba assured citizens that Indeni would fulfil its obligations to…...
Copper production increased by 17% in Q2 – Kabuswe
MINES Minister Paul Kabuswe says copper production in the second quarter of year has increased to 439,644.29 metric tonnes from 373,263.9 metric tonnes recorded in the same period last year. Kabuswe has attributed the copper production to increased output at Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), Mopani Copper Mines, Kansanshi Mine and Chibuluma Mine. Kabuswe adds that…...
Unemployment has bred corruption among youths
ACC Director General Daphne Chabu recently gave a speech at a training workshop for a project called “Character is Destiny”. In her speech, the Anti-Corruption Commission boss said the National Policy on Anti-Corruption recognises that youths are among the most vulnerable groups to corruption. This is not debatable, but what causes this vulnerability, and more…...
News Diggers Epaper Edition 2061 Friday August 15, 2025
… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here...
We’re confident we’ll win 2026 elections – Nkombo
UPND Chairman for Elections Gary Nkombo says he is confident that the party will win the 2026 elections considering its continuous victory in by-elections. Nkombo adds that all those that are of the view that the Electoral Commission of Zambia is shielding malpractice during by-elections should petition them. Speaking on Diamond TV’s Breakfast show, Wednesday,…...
There’s need for legal frameworks that protect children, women’s rights – Manda
NATIONAL Legal Aid Clinic for Women (NLACW) Executive Director Mandy Manda says there is need for legal frameworks that will protect the rights of women and children. And Manda has urged journalists to be aware of the evolving children’s rights to ensure ethical reporting that protects juvenile victims. Speaking when she officially opened a three-day…...
AAAP investing US$688m in Zambia’s climate adaptation actions – Govt
AGRICULTURE Minister Mtolo Phiri says the Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP) is investing US$18 billion in climate action across the continent, benefiting more than 79 million people and creating over 960,000 jobs. He says Zambia alone has received US$688 million from the initiative to support various climate adaptation projects. Speaking at the 8th AAAP Partnership…...
Govt moves to demolish structures of Munali Secondary Sch land encroachers
GOVERNMENT says it will in the next few days take action against individuals who have encroached on Munali Secondary School land. And Education Minister Douglas Syakalima has issued a stern warning to the encroachers. Speaking during a tour of the encroached area, Wednesday, Syakalima expressed disappointment that individuals who had been chased from the school…...