As a church we’re in touch with grassroots, we hear complaints, Msipu tells govt
AUXILIARY Bishop of Chipata Gabriel Msipu Phiri says he is optimistic that positive outcomes will emerge from his meeting with Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa, during which key grassroots concerns were shared. Speaking after a closed-door meeting held on Monday in Chipata, Bishop Msipu emphasised the importance of open dialogue, mutual respect, and collaboration between…...
UNZALARU condemns class disruptions during HH’s visit
THE University of Zambia Lecturers and Researchers’ Union (UNZALARU) has expressed concern over the disruption of academic activities during President Hakainde Hichilema’s recent visit to the institution. In a letter addressed to the UNZA Registrar, Acting UNZALARU General Secretary Gilbert Kamanga criticised university management for failing to maintain order, stating that students moved through the…...
Govt spends K2.9bn on debt servicing
THE Ministry of Finance and National Planning has revealed that last month it released K12.4 billion to finance public service delivery debt serving. In a statement, Monday, the ministry noted that of the K12.4 billion, K4.9 billion went to the public service wage bill, and K2.9 billion to debt service among others. “In March 2025,…...
Court hears how Shikapwasha removed his widow from matrimonial home twice
A STATE witness has told the Lusaka High Court that she used to admire the marriage of former Home Affairs Minister Lt. Gen. Ronnie Shikapwasha and his widow, Jane Lusengo. Prisca Banda Daka, 72, also testified that Shikapwasha removed Lusengo from their matrimonial home on two occasions but brought her back both times. This is…...
In the past, students underperformed because they were starved – Batuke
UPND Secretary General Batuke Imenda says the lack of meal allowances in the past affected the performance of university students. Speaking during a press briefing after Chalimbana students visited the UPND Secretariat, Imenda said President Hakainde Hichilema was transforming the education sector, adding that in the past a number of students were not performing well…...
Kamanga rallies fans as U17 girls eye back-to-back World Cup qualification
FAZ president Andrew Kamanga has called on football fans across the country to rally behind the Under-17 Women’s National Team as they prepare for a crucial FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Benin this weekend in Ndola. Writing in his weekly column, Monday, Kamanga expressed excitement over the current wave of activity among Zambia’s…...
Young Phiroz to pay K1.1m to 94 ex-employees over altered contracts
THE Ministry of Labour and Social Security has compelled Young Phiroz General Dealers to pay redundancy packages worth over K1.1 million to 94 former employees, following a dispute over altered employment contracts. In a statement, Monday, Principal Public Relations Officer Mwaka Ndawa stated that the payment followed the declaration of redundancy after employees rejected new…...
How different are Socialist Party promises from those of PF and UPND?
THE words from Socialist Party president Dr Fred M’membe strike a familiar chord in the hearts of many Zambians. His message is powerful, hopeful, and rooted in the shared pain and struggles of ordinary citizens: soaring food prices, joblessness, inaccessible healthcare, and a judicial system that feels more like a fortress than a refuge. In…...
Court defers judgement in Musyani’s case
THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court yesterday failed to deliver judgement in the matter where media blogger Elias Musyani is accused of harassing artiste Elton Mulenga, alias Yo Maps, and his wife, Kidist, online. This was due to the absence of the trial magistrate, Mutinta Mwenya. Musyani is facing two counts of harassment utilising means of electronic…...
I’m not worried if PF doesn’t adopt me in 2026 – Msanzala MP
MSANZALA PF MP Elias Daka says he is not worried about whether or not the Patriotic Front will adopt him to contest in next year’s election because it’s the people who will ultimately choose their leader. Commenting on former PF secretary general Davies Mwila’s statement that PF MPs supporting the UPND and President Hakainde Hichilema…...