He is just disturbing our work, akekala pesa, wonders HH
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has insisted that his government will not be swayed by the people saying “alebwelelapo” because the seat is already occupied. And President Hichilema says he doesn’t want to spend time talking about certain individuals who are just disturbing the government’s work. Meanwhile, Health Minister Sylvia Masebo says President Hichilema has, through his…...
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ACC nabs 2 govt officials for corruption
THE Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) says it has arrested a senior planner at the Northern Provincial Planning Unit and a lands officer at the Ministry of Lands for abuse of authority of office. In a statement, Monday, ACC head of corporate communications Timothy Moono stated that the two abused the authority of their offices in the…...
Govt halts issuance of charcoal production permits in 3 districts
GREEN Economy and Environment Minister Collins Nzovu has directed the Director Forestry to immediately stop the issuance of Cord Wood Permits for charcoal production in Itezhi-Tezhi, Mumbwa and Shibuyunji Districts. Nzovu says persons currently in possession of valid Cord Wood Permits only have until May 1, 2024, in order to finalise their charcoal production. In…...
Load shedding vs SMEs
Angola humiliates Zambia
THE Zambia futsal national team’s hopes of qualifying for the semi-finals at the ongoing Morocco 2024 TotalEnergies Futsal AFCON suffered a major blow after suffering a humiliating 8-5 beating at the hands of Angola in the COSAFA derby at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Futsal Arena in Rabat. Angola came from a goal down to hand…...
Arrows dream of a double
RED Arrows coach Chisi Mbewe says the team has set itself a target of winning a double this season after thrashing Green Eagles 2-1 to progress to the semi-finals of the 2024 Absa Cup. Yesterday’s doubleheader at the Nkoloma Stadium concluded the quarter-finals with Nchanga Rangers eliminating Absa Cup record holders Zesco United 4-3 on…...
Zambia withdraws from 2024 Mandela African Boxing Cup
THE Zambia Boxing Federation (ZBF) has withdrawn from the 2024 Mandela African Boxing Cup in South Africa after failure to secure transport to Durban. The tournament to feature 41 countries, swings into action today and will run until Saturday. ZBF General Secretary Bornwell Banda confirmed the development in an interview, stating that the government had…...
Why Must Citizens Participate in the National Budget Process? – Part II
In last week’s opinion piece, we discussed the constitutional basis and importance of citizen participation in the national budget formulation process. As taxpayers and beneficiaries of public services, citizens have a responsibility to ensure that the budget reflects their needs and priorities. This also enhances transparent governance and acts as a safeguard against the misuse […]
HH promised a disciplined Police Service, but we see no change
The Zambia Police Service, at the pace officers are conducting themselves, risks becoming a rogue force under Inspector General Graphel Musamba. Police are fallible, we don’t expect them to always make correct decisions, but in moments where they do act contrary to the law and that wrong is pointed out, there has to be a…...
