It’s their time, if they want the Constitution amended, let it be – Chief Chikanza
IT’S their time, they are the ones in charge, and if they want to see the Constitution amended here and there, let’s see what they will do, says Chief Chikanza Munyama of the Ila-speaking people of Itezhi-Tezhi. He says the MMD amended the constitution, and the PF did the same in 2016. “People should not…...
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The criminality in the fuel supply saga; questions for the minister in Parliament: Part 1
TOMORROW, the Minister of Energy will be delivering a ministerial statement on the controversies surrounding the contracts that the government has been awarding to Oil Marketing Companies to supply Low Sulphur Diesel through the TAZAMA Pipeline under the Open Access Regime. Minister Makozo Chikote, under the directive of the Speaker of the National Assembly, will…...
Tonse, a winning ticket for 2026 and improved living standards – Lungu
TONSE Alliance Chairman Edgar Lungu says he has a strong belief that the Alliance presents a winning ticket, not only for the 2026 elections but also in terms of uplifting people’s living standards. Lungu, in a speech read by Tonse Alliance Spokesperson Sean Tembo at Reverend Dr Kenneth Kasezya’s induction at Chelstone Anglican Church, Sunday,…...
U.S Foreign Aid Reduction: What does this mean for Zambia’s health sector? – Part 1
A strong healthcare system is fundamental to economic development. It supports productivity, reduces long-term healthcare costs, and contributes to a healthier, more resilient population. The World Bank Annual Report 2023 underscores that countries with robust health systems are more likely to sustain economic growth and withstand external shocks. In Zambia, where domestic health financing remains […]
Senior Chief Kopa backs delimitation calls
SENIOR Chief Kopa of the Bisa speaking people of Kanchibiya District says he is in support of the proposed Constitution amendment, especially on the aspect of delimitation. The Chief was however quick to mention that he was not privy of the proposed amendments, in totality. Speaking, Sunday, through Sub-Chief Mwansabamba after Infrastructure Minister Charles Milupi…...
Govt plans to amend non-contentious clauses to avoid spending money on meetings – Mweetwa
CHIEF Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa has insisted that government intends to amend non-contentious and non-controversial issues in the Constitution to avoid creating a budget burden. Mweetwa has also dismissed criticisms from opposition political parties regarding the planned constitutional amendments, calling them unnecessary. On Saturday, various opposition political party leaders and civil society organisations held a…...
Police don’t arrest violent UPND cadres for fear of being demoted – PF
PF faction Deputy Secretary General Brenda Nyirenda says police do not arrest UPND cadres perpetrating violence during political activities because they are scared of either being demoted or chased. Commenting on Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga’s statement that there’s a lot of political will in the fight against violence committed during political activities, Nyirenda argued that…...
Isoka MP demands K375,000 from Bowman
ISOKA PF MP Marjory Nakaponda has asked the Lusaka High Court to enter judgement in default of Bowman Lusambo’s appearance and defence in the matter where she has sued him, demanding an order for the recovery of K375,000, which she paid towards the purchase of a house in Silverest. In this matter, Nakaponda also wants…...
Voters will choose between a Christian like me or a celebrity – Chilundika
NCHANGA UPND MP Derricky Chilundika says people have the right to choose between a Christian like himself or a celebrity, and possibly turn the National Assembly into Big Brother Africa. He, however, says he will defend his seat in 2026 because he still wants to deliver development to the Nchanga constituency. Mulaza Kaira, alias Macky…...