I’m on the ground to hear from Nchanga people about my candidacy – Macky 2
RAPPER Mulaza Kaira, alias Macky 2, is wasting no time hitting the ground in Nchanga Constituency. He says he has already started interacting and engaging with the people, spending most of his time doing groundwork and getting a feel for how residents have received the news of his intention to run for member of parliament…...
Music hasn’t been my income spinner, says Choklet as he calls out today’s “trash lyrics”
FROM deep down my heart, I would rate today’s music 80 percent lyrically poor and morally degrading, says Roy Kazembe, alias Choklet. Choklet, a veteran of Zambia’s entertainment space, is not mincing his words, calling out the “trash, bubblegum kind of lyrics”. Having spent over 20 years in the industry, Choklet, who has produced several…...
Vinchenzo launches Mbalule Zilile record label
AFTER about three years of planning, strategising and putting things in place, Vinchenzo, popularly known as “The Beer President,” has taken a bold step in his music career by launching his own record label, Mbalule Zilile Entertainment. His decision to start a record label stems from his passion for helping others, but this time, he…...
Zambia, Mozambique discuss possible energy partnership
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has held bilateral discussions with Mozambican President Daniel Chapo, focusing on strengthening ties between Zambia and Mozambique and exploring potential areas of economic cooperation. According to a statement issued by State House Chief Communication Specialist Clayson Hamasaka, the two leaders met on the sidelines of the inauguration of Namibia’s fifth President and…...
ZAM has become more influential under my leadership – Munsanda
Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) president, Davison Munsanda, has revealed a surge in membership renewals following a recent announcement mandating artistes to renew their affiliation. ZAM had set February 20, 2025, as the deadline for artistes to pay the K300 membership renewal fee to qualify for participation in the elective Annual General Meeting (AGM) on…...
Zambia must draw lessons from drought, build resilience – World Bank
WORLD Bank Vice President for East and Southern Africa, Dr Victoria Kwakwa, has expressed optimism about Zambia’s economic future, stating that the country’s prospects look promising. Speaking on ZNBC’s “Special Interview” on Thursday, Dr Kwakwa emphasised the need for Zambia to draw lessons from the recent drought to strengthen its energy mix and water management…...
Musyani faces fresh charges after court finds him with case to answer
THE Lusaka Magistrates’ Court has set April 14, 2025, as the judgement date in the case of social media blogger Elias Musyani, who is accused of harassing popular Zambian artiste Elton Mulenga, alias Yo Maps, and his wife, Kidist Kifle, online. This follows Magistrate Mutinta Mwenya’s ruling, Friday, that Musyani had a case to answer…....
Police nab 2 suspects for sodomizing 5-yr-old girl in Lusaka
KABWATA Police Station is investigating a case of unnatural offences involving a five-year-old female juvenile victim who was allegedly sexually assaulted against the order of nature by four male suspects in Mtendere East. In a statement, Friday, Police Public Relations Officer Rae Hamoonga, who confirmed the development, said the report was received on March 19,…...
Zambia won’t tolerate pollution, investors must not kill people – Kabuswe
MINES and Minerals Development Minister Paul Kabuswe says government will not tolerate investors who pollute rivers and water bodies. On the other hand, Energy Minister Makozo Chikote says the UPND government has transformed Zesco, adding that the utility company is not as it was 10 years ago. Speaking during the 12th edition of the Zambia…...
Kanyama cop denies freeing suspects on New Year’s eve
A 53-YEAR-OLD Kanyama Police officer has appeared before the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court and has denied a charge of abuse of authority, after he allegedly released suspects while intoxicated on New Year’s Eve. In this matter, Titus Phiri of Lusaka’s Kabangwe area is charged with one count of abuse of authority of office, contrary to Sections…...