Lusaka police kill 4 criminals
POLICE in Lusaka have shot dead four armed criminals, among them 44-year-old Felix Mwanja, a former reserve police officer. In a statement, Saturday, Police Spokesperson Danny Mwale disclosed that on Friday, May 31, 2024, around 15:00 hours, police received a report of aggravated robbery, where suspected armed criminals attacked a shop owner in Lusaka’s Mungule…...
There’s too much sexuality in today’s music videos, notes Smooth IK
ZAMBIA’s top talk show host, Innocent Kalaluka, also known as Smooth IK, has expressed concern about the increasing focus on sexual themes in music videos. Many would agree with him that a common trend in most music videos involves women twerking or showing a bit too much. And let’s not even get started on some…...
People thought I was dead, so I wanted to comeback – Josi Beats
In recent times, we’ve witnessed numerous legendary musicians who had ceased performing return to the stage, taking hold of the microphone to either release new songs or revive their old hits. Josi Beats is one such artiste who reemerged onto the music scene after departing in 2011 to pursue a political career. He became the…...
Cooper recounts spoiling Chef 187’s Sensei video
We often begin our career journeys brimming with high expectations, enthusiasm, and optimism, eager to make a mark. But for Musical Director Lanzee Cooper, the start was anything but smooth. When he produced and shot his first music video, ‘Sensei’, from Chef 187’s hit album ‘Bon Appetit’, he faced a storm of criticism. The song…...
Radio Christian Voice launches Gospel Music Awards
IN celebration of its 30 years of existence, Radio Christian Voice has launched the Gospel Music Awards, aiming to empower Christian artistes by recognising their talent and contributions to spreading the Gospel. The awards also aim to contribute to pioneering, promoting, and improving standards of Christian excellence. Recognising both trailblazers and promising newcomers, the Music…...
5 Macro Link Mine victims put to rest
FIVE of seven miners who fell victim to an accident at Macro Link Mine have been put to rest at Mitengo Cemetery in Ndola. The accident happened on January 22, 2024, after a shaft that the seven miners were sinking got flooded. Among the miners, whose bodies were only retrieved this month, were two Chinese…...
Yo Maps released a song I featured in without informing me – Dr Namadingo
Patience Namadingo, aka Dr Namadingo, recently dropped a bombshell about how Zambian artistes effectively ‘blackballed’ him, ensuring that the tracks he recorded with them remained locked away. The Malawian set the music stage ablaze in 2020 with his hit single ‘Mapulani’, which quickly became a beloved anthem in Zambia. His soaring popularity led to a…...
HH directs defence, security wings to train officers on national unity
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has directed the defence and security wings to enhance training on national unity among service men and women to combat divisive talk. The Head of State has also cautioned young recruits against beating their partners while celebrating their achievement. Speaking during the commissioning of 472 Zambia Air Force (ZAF) officers, Thursday, President…...
Mwaliteta apologises to Lungu over insults
LUSAKA Province UPND Chairperson Obvious Mwaliteta has apologised to former president Edgar Lungu for the insults hurled at him by ruling party cadres on Thursday. And the Human Rights Commission (HRC) has called on the police to protect Lungu’s rights and dignity by arresting the youths involved in the incident. Suspected UPND supporters were heard…...
Cost of living increases by K352.87
THE Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) has revealed that cost of living for May 2024 increased by K352.87. According to JCTR, the Basic Needs and Nutrition Basket (BNNB) for the month under review rose to K10,701.13 from K10,348.08 in April 2024. In a statement, Friday, JCTR Social and Economic Development Programme Officer Lukwesa Musonda…...
