- Vedanta can sell its shares in KCM – KabusweMINISTER of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe says Vedanta can sell its KCM shares as long as it is within the confines of the law. And Kabuswe says people should stop spreading lies that President Hakainde Hichilema sold Mopani Copper Mines PLC to his friends. Meanwhile, the Mines Minister has disclosed that government is finalising the shareholders agreement for Kasenseli Gold Mine, revealing that the documents are now at the Ministry of Justice. There have been rumours that Vedanta is offloading its KCM shares on the market because the company was broke and needed to put its house in.......
- Gambling and how it’s pushing addicted youths into destitutionTHE high cost of living and economic hardships around the country are forcing families to engage in unorthodox activities for survival. This pressure is creating a very big problem for our society. Families are breaking and youths are being dragged into illicit activities. At the moment there is an evil that is lurking targeting our young desperate citizens. It’s called gambling or sports betting, to be specific. In recent years, the proliferation of gambling activities in Zambia has reached unprecedented levels, with devastating consequences for many vulnerable individuals, particularly the youth. What was once a form of entertainment has transformed.......
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- We have 3,500 lawyers against 20 million Zambians, it’s a challenge – LAZTHE Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) says there are 3,500 lawyers countrywide against 20 million Zambians, with over 600 individuals in the legal profession currently unemployed. And LAZ president Lungisani Zulu has expressed excitement over Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu’s encouragement to the police to heed LAZ’s criticism. Speaking on HOT FM’s Breakfast Show, Monday, Zulu said unless there are bigger firms attracting good business in the country, the challenge of unemployment in the legal profession will persist. “It’s quite…….
- Let’s make Chinese partner with Zambians in business – KopulandeZAMBIA-CHINA Business and Friendship Association president Dr Sebastian Kopulande says the country does not seem to have found the formula for making Chinese investors accept going into partnership with Zambians. Speaking at HLB Global China Service Forum in Lusaka, Monday, Dr Kopulande advised investors to partner with Zambians as it was also a way to learn the culture. “As Zambia-China Business and Friendship Association, I can say that while we have contributed immensely to the rise in bilateral trade between…….
- VERBATIM: Kapata continues changing statements on Forest 27Nchito SC: Now, you said you are not allowed to do business with government? Jean Kapata: Yes, My Lady. Nchito SC: So, when you got a plot, wasn’t that a business transaction? Jean Kapata: My Lord, I was not dealing with government, My Lady. Nchito SC: You were dealing with? Jean Kapata; My Lady, when you have a plot, I don’t think there’s any law that prohibits me to sell my house. In fact, if I need money, there’s no…….
- Govt disbursing K30m for community Sports – NkanduSPORTS Minister Elvis Nkandu has revealed that his ministry has commenced the disbursement of K30 million towards the development of community sports in the country. And Nkandu has announced that the country will host the 2024 African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 annual sports awards on May 25 in Lusaka. Addressing the media on Monday, Nkandu said his ministry had so far disbursed K10 million to local authorities across the country. “As a government, we want to get more…….
- Why Must Citizens Participate in the National Budget Process? – Part IIIn 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 of public funds. Today, we extend this discussion to propose strategies for fostering meaningful and active citizen participation in the forthcoming 2025 national budget formulation.....