SAFADA SADDENED BY PERSISTENT POVERTY LEVELS IN ZAMBIA
The Small-Scale Farmers Development Agency (SAFADA) has expressed concern over the high levels of poverty in Zambia, despite government’s continued efforts to revive the national economy through various social and economic interventions. SAFADA Executive Director, Boyd Moobwe, says it is disheartening that, although numerous initiatives have been introduced, their impact on poverty reduction remains minimal […]
NAQEZ SAYS MP’S UNFAIR ON CIVIL SERVANTS
The National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) has expressed disappointment over the National Assembly’s decision to reject a motion to reintroduce the debt swap initiative for civil servants. The motion, presented on Wednesday, 11th July 2025, was rejected on grounds of financial unsustainability. But Speaking in an interview with RCV News, NAQEZ Executive […]
ZAMBIANS WITHOUT LEGAL STATUS IN THE U.S. URGED TO TREK BACK HOME
Government has advised Zambians living in the United States without valid immigration status, to voluntarily return home in order to avoid potential legal challenges and ensure a dignified return home. This follows the recent announcement by the United States government of several key measures aimed at strengthening border protection and enforcing its immigration laws and regulations. […]
CRAZ PROTESTS K1 BUS FARE REDUCTION
The Commuter Rights Association of Zambia (CRAZ) has officially written to the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) to protest the recent K1 reduction in bus fares for local routes and the lack of any adjustment for intercity routes. Association President, Aaron Kamuti, expressed concern that the decision was made without consulting key stakeholders in […]
ADULT FILM MAKING LINKED TO POVERTY AND BROKEN HOUSE – GIRLS BRIGADE
The Girls Brigade Zambia, a Christian based Organization has described the surge in sex videos mostly involving young girls circulating across social media platforms, as a result of growing impact of poverty and broken homes. The Organization warns that these systemic social issues are driving girls and young women into dangerous illicit activities, which not […]
STANBIC BANK LAUNCHES STAN PAY
Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Chipoka Mulenga, has hailed the launch of Stan Pay, Stanbic Bank’s new merchant payment solution, as a significant milestone in advancing financial inclusion and accelerating the shift toward a cashless economy in Zambia. Speaking during the launch in Lusaka today, Mr. Mulenga described Stan Pay as a timely and […]
GOVERNANCE EXPERT CONCERNED WITH BILL 7 RULING IN PARLEY
Governance expert, Wesley Miyanda, has expressed concern over a ruling by Speaker of the National Assembly Nelly Mutti, which suggests that no external arm of government, including the judiciary, has the authority to interfere in the internal affairs of Parliament, indicating that the deferred Constitution Amendment Bill No. 7 of 2025, could be brought back […]
43 PEOPLE DIE IN RTA DURING THE LONG WEEKEND
The Zambia Police Service has revealed that 43 people lost their lives in road traffic accidents across the country, during the Heroes and Unity holiday period. Police Assistant Public Relations Officer, Chipo Kaitisha, said a total of 345 road traffic accidents were recorded over the two-day holidays, with 29 classified as fatal, resulting in 43 […]
8 MPIKA ACCIDENT VICTIMS INTERRED
Muchinga Province Minister, Njavwa Simutowe yesterday led hundreds of mourners in paying their last respects to the 8 accident victims who died in a road accident involving a TAZARA train and a Toyota Noah in Mpika on Saturday. A somber mood characterized the Church Service held at Mulolesha Pentecostal Assembly of God church. Speaking during […]
DEATH OF SMALL-SCALE MINERS IN MUFUMBWE CONDEMNED
Opposition Green Party leader, Peter Sinkamba, has condemned the fatal shootings of informal miners in the Kikonge area of Mufumbwe District, following recent clashes with the police. Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Mwiimbu, confirmed that two illegal miners were killed when police clashed with the said illegal miners in an effort to […]