Lusaka road works impress Sialubalo
LOCAL Government and Rural Development Minister Gift Sialubalo has expressed satisfaction with the pace of works being done on township roads in Lusaka. Speaking when he toured various road infrastructure projects in Lusaka under his ministry, Sialubalo disclosed that the total budget for the road works in the city was K1.8 billion. “We are inspecting…...
LAZ seeks stay of all Bill 7 proceedings in Parley
THE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has asked the Constitutional Court for an order to stay all proceedings, deliberations, discussions and legislative actions in the National Assembly relating to Constitution Amendment Bill No. 7 of 2025. LAZ is also seeking an interim injunction restraining Speaker Nelly Mutti or any other person from undertaking, facilitating, or…...
ZAMMSA audit report could shake investor confidence – Economist
ECONOMIST Noah Kabwita says the ZAMMSA audit report might affect investor confidence. He argues that some sensitive short-term investors may choose to withdraw their investments, while long-term investors will likely watch to see how government would address the scandals. Reacting to the ZAMMSA forensic audit, which revealed various irregularities in drug procurement, including the buying…...
CSOs demand withdrawal of Lands and Deeds Registry Bill
A CONSORTIUM of Civil Society Organisations has called on government to immediately withdraw the Lands and Deeds Registry (Amendment) Bill No. 13 of 2025, citing its alleged threat to the security of land tenure in the country. According to a statement issued, Tuesday, Consortium Chairperson Isaac Mwanza specifically highlighted concerns over the proposed provision to…...
Woman in court for operating pharmacy without permit
A 32-YEAR-OLD woman has been dragged to the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court for allegedly possessing medical drugs believed to have been stolen or unlawfully obtained and operating a pharmacy without a permit. In this matter, Angela Muyangwa, in count one, is charged with the offence of being in possession of property believed to have been stolen…...
Speaker dismisses MP’s query on whether AI can speak Bemba
SPEAKER Nelly Mutti yesterday curtailed a query raised by Mkushi South MP Davies Chisopa, who wanted to find out why Science and Technology Minister Felix Mutati had not informed the House that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is capable of chewing and speaking Bemba. PF faction acting president Robert Chabinga recently claimed that the viral recording, suggesting…...
Nchanga Rangers boosts squad with 4 more signings
NCHANGA Rangers FC have officially unveiled four more new additions to their squad as preparations intensify for the 2025/2026 MTN Super League season. The Chingola-based side has secured the signatures of four fresh recruits, adding to four others announced earlier this month. The latest arrivals include midfielder Benson Kolala, winger Abraham Kanyangala, forward Jacob Kaunda,…...
Zambia ready to make global statement at Continental Futsal Championship
THE Zambia National Futsal team is set to break new ground as it gears up for its debut appearance at the prestigious 2025 Continental Futsal Championship, scheduled to take place from July 29 to August 3 in Thailand. The invitational tournament, known for attracting elite teams from across the globe, marks a historic first. Zambia…...
Lead Nkwazi to continental football, Musamba tells Keegan
Inspector General of Police Graphel Musamba has urged Acting Chief Inspector Keegan Phiri to lead High Flying Nkwazi Football Club with discipline, ambition, and transformational leadership. He stressed that his performance could determine further elevation within the Zambia Police Service. Phiri, who has been elevated from his role as assistant coach, steps into the head…...
We’ve contributed $244.8m to Zambian economy – MultiChoice
MULTICHOICE Zambia says it has contributed approximately $244.8 million to the Zambian economy. In a statement celebrating 30 years of broadcast, MultiChoice Zambia Board Chairperson Bishop Joseph Kazhila noted that the company had significantly invested in technology infrastructure over the years, which included transmitter sites when GOtv launched in Zambia in 2011. “MultiChoice Zambia introduced…...