L/STONE sports complex a game changer- Kangwa
SPORTS, Youths and Arts Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe says the construction of the ultra-modern sports complex will stimulate tourism, job creation, and broader economic growth in Livingstone and Zambia at large. Speaking when he paid a courtesy call on Livingstone Mayor Constance Muleabai, Monday, Chileshe who later toured the 10-hectare complex site said the project…...
Reduce food prices, Kwacha has gained, govt urges market players
COMMERCE, Trade and Industry Minister Chipoka Mulenga is urging economic market players to reduce commodity prices, citing the consistent drop in fuel prices and the Kwacha’s appreciation over the last three months. And Shoprite General Manager Charles Botha says the chain store has been having discussions with its suppliers, and consumers can anticipate a reduction…...
MoH advertises ZAMMSA DG position
THE Ministry of Health is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the vacant position of director general at the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA). The position was previously held by Victor Nyasulu. Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary for Technical Services Kennedy Lishimpi says the job purpose is to oversee…...
RTSA, DEC partner to curb crime
THE Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) and the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance the fight against crime. This MOU will enable DEC to have real-time access to information on vehicles used in criminal activities. Speaking during the signing of the MOU, DEC Director General Nason Banda…...
Former Matero Boys head teacher narrates how teacher stole K717,600 GCE funds
A FORMER head teacher at Matero Boys Secondary School has told the Lusaka Magistrate’s Court that only two GCE candidates were registered out of 629 candidates in the provisional register for 2025. Samuel Chipo, 57, testified that this is because Alifasi Banda stole the K717,600 intended for the registration of 627 GCE candidates. In this…...
Oasis Forum launches anti-Bill 7 coalition
THE Oasis Forum has launched the “Coalition Against Bill 7”, a crusade aimed at opposing the current reform process being undertaken by government, which it is describing as narrow, non-inclusive and election-centered. The Forum has also disagreed with Justice Minister Princess Kasune’s statement that Zambia stands to lose out if Bill 7 fails to go…...
When lives are lost again at Senseli mine, Chipoka and his govt must take responsibility
WE are shocked, truly shocked, by Chipoka Mulenga’s pronouncement to reopen the deadly pits of Senseli Mine to youths involved in illegal mining. This move is not just irresponsible; it is reckless and callous. It reflects a leadership more focused on votes than on the lives of its own citizens, particularly the impoverished young men…...
We haven’t authorised mining at Senseli – Kabuswe
MINES Minister Paul Kabuswe has dismissed reports that government has authorised mining activities at Senseli Mine in Chingola, stating that his ministry is engaging with the owners to ensure all activities are formalised. On Saturday, Chingola MP Chipoka Mulenga visited the site and addressed the ‘jerabos’, telling them, “Uku (KCM area) balimitamfya. Kulya mwalelila lyonse…...
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ZAMMSA begins distribution of renal consumables
ZAMMSA has announced that it has commenced nationwide distribution of renal consumables to health facilities across the country to ensure continuity of dialysis treatment services. In a statement, Monday, ZAMMSA Senior Manager for Corporate Communications, Bradley Chingobe, said the distribution exercise began with priority deliveries to the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka and was…...