Licensure exams only for newly qualified teachers – TCZ
THE Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ) has clarified that the proposed licensure examinations are meant for newly qualified graduates, not already serving teachers. On Thursday, Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa announced that Cabinet had approved a bill to introduce licensure examinations for teachers to enhance quality assurance and professionalism in the teaching profession. In a…...
We still have some thieves in govt – Muchima
HEALTH Minister Dr Elijah Muchima has disclosed that he stopped a transaction where some engineers had revised the price of renovating Mufumbwe District Hospital to K10 million when the initial evaluation was K2.5 million. Further, Dr Muchima says there is zero chance of the Patriotic Front returning to government. Speaking during the official commissioning of…...
News Diggers Epaper Weekend Edition 166 Sunday July 6, 2025
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Faith Musonda yet to be charged – Police
THE Zambia Police Service has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting that businesswoman Faith Musonda has been charged with espionage. Musonda is currently detained after she allegedly stormed Community House around 01:00 hours on Wednesday in an attempt to see First Lady Mutinta Hichilema. However, Police Assistant Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said contrary…...
Transport fare adjustments still under discussion – Tayali
TRANSPORT and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali says the Bus and Taxi Owners Association of Zambia (BTOAZ), in collaboration with RTSA, is yet to conclude discussions on the proposed bus fare adjustments following the sustained reduction in fuel pump prices. Speaking in the National Assembly, Thursday, Tayali said the two entities would soon conclude discussions around…...
8 die in Mpika rail crossing accident
EIGHT people have died in a road traffic accident that occurred at Kasenga Rail Crossing in Mpika District involving a TAZARA train and a Toyota Noah minibus. In a statement, Saturday, Police Assistant Public Relations Officer Godfrey Chilabi said the accident occurred when the vehicle failed to stop at the rail crossing and was hit…...
News Diggers Epaper Weekend Edition 165 Saturday July 5, 2025
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Chile One trolls fans, announces Eagle One album
ZAMBIA’S social media thrives on drama and as the cliché goes, there’s no such thing as bad publicity. These days, it’s really hard to tell what’s true from what’s just a smart trick. And one artiste, Chile One, always knows how to use this to his benefit. For his loyal fans, if they hear a…...
Gospel artistes shouldn’t feature secular musicians, light and darkness don’t mix – Pastor Gift
WHILE music collaborations usually bring joy, in Zambia, when gospel and secular artistes work together, the harmony often gives way to heated debates within the Christian community. Stepping into this hot topic, Pst Gift Kaputula, a gospel artiste who is also a pastor, argues that gospel artistes and secular artistes should not make songs together…...
Lusaka aspiring talents disappoint Icon judges
HIGH expectations for new talent in Zambia’s capital city were quickly deflated last week as Icon Zambia season two kicked off its auditions. The judges, particularly head judge David Kazadi, expressed clear disappointment at the low number of strong performances. In an interview earlier this week, Kazadi noted that many contestants were nervous, picked wrong…...