Copper Queens achieve highest FIFA ranking in history
The Copper Queens qualification to the Olympics game slated for Paris, has earned them a rare spot in women’s football as they now rank 64th amongst the world best footballing nations Within the continent, the Zambia National Women’s team has been ranked fourth behind Nigeria (first), South Africa (second) and Morocco. According to latest rankings…...
Zambia, Zimbabwe to renew Zambezi rivalry at COSAFA
ZAMBIA and Zimbabwe will renew their football rivalry at this year’s COSAFA tournament that is slated for South Africa on June 26. The two countries, which share the mighty Victoria Falls, have been placed in the same group alongside Comoros and another yet to be named opponent. Zambia, who are the current champions, will be…...
My understanding of cleanliness is different from everyone else’s – Mumba Yachi
PEOPLE’S understanding of beauty and cleanliness is different from mine; if I feel like I’m smelling a certain way and can’t sleep like that, then I need to take a bath, that’s being clean, says Mumba Yachi. If you were to spark a lively debate about which Zambian artiste flaunts the quirkiest fashion, Mumba Yachi…...
FAZ to move Football House to Chongwe
FAZ president Andrew Kamanga says Football House will be moved to the new FAZ Technical Centre in Chongwe. Speaking to journalists after the conclusion of FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s visit, Kamanga thanked FIFA for the support in the establishment of the centre. “The major project which we are going to launch with the help of…...
Lungu asks court to dismiss petition challenging his eligibility for future elections
A MULTITUDE of PF supporters yesterday gathered outside the Lusaka High Court to show solidarity to former president Edgar Lungu, whose eligibility to stand in future elections is being challenged. Meanwhile, Lungu has asked the Constitutional Court to dismiss the matter in which a youth activist, Michelo Chizombe wants a declaration that Lungu is not…...
HH toasts Trade Kings for scooping ‘African Business Leadership’ award
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has congratulated the Zambian owned company Trade Kings for winning the African Business Leadership award, as Africa’s leading company. In a Facebook write up, President Hichilema said the award underscored the importance of determination and hard work, coupled with a good political environment where business could thrive. “A very big congratulations to…...
Amos asks Court to release his passport so he can seek medical treatment in India
FORMER president Edgar Lungu’s spokesperson, Amos Chanda, has again asked the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court to release his passport so that he can travel to India for medical treatment. In May, Magistrate Ireen Wishimanga convicted and sentenced Chanda to 12 months imprisonment with hard labour for theft of a court document. Additionally, Chanda was fined K5,000…...
DEC nabs 6 in E/Province for possessing $40,000 counterfeit notes
THE Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has apprehended six individuals, among them three Malawian nationals, in Eastern Province for possessing US$40,000 suspected to be counterfeit currency. In a statement, Friday, DEC Public Relations Officer Allan Tamba said the suspects were also found in possession of K2,800 counterfeit notes. “The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC), in Eastern Province,…...
ACC raids Lusambo’s house after his no show at court
THE Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) yesterday forcefully broke into Bowman Lusambo’s residence, seeking to apprehend the former Lusaka Province minister. A bench warrant has been issued against Lusambo and his wife by Lusaka Magistrate, Faides Hamaundu, in a case where the two are charged with possession of property suspected of being proceeds of crime. ACC Head-Corporate…...
I’ve valued your engagement, my successor can count on the same, Woolley tells Zambians
I HAVE hugely valued all your advice, engagement and good cheer, I know my successor can count on the same, says outgoing British High Commissioner to Zambia Nicholas Woolley. And Justice Minister Princess Kasune has expressed gratitude for the continuous support that the UK has rendered to Zambia. Speaking during the birthday celebration of His…...
