EIZ COMMENDS GOV’T ON 100MW CHISAMBA SOLAR PLANT
The Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) has commended government and ZESCO Limited for the commissioning of the 100-megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Chisamba District, calling it a major milestone in the country’s transition toward a more diversified and sustainable energy mix. EIZ President, Wesley Kaluba, said the addition of 100MW of clean, renewable energy […]
MATERO CONSTITUENTS EMPOWERED WITH OVER K11 MILLION CDF LOANS
The Lusaka City Council (LCC) has disbursed over K11 million in Constituency Development Fund (CDF) loans to beneficiaries in Matero Constituency between 2022 and 2025. A total of 242 local entrepreneurs, cooperatives, clubs and individual businesses have received support through this initiative, aimed at steering inclusive economic development in the constituency. LCC Assistant Public Relations […]
BILL 7 WAS NOT INCLUSIVE – CHANGALA
Governance expert Brebner Changala has welcomed the move to halt the constitutional amendment process, citing the lack of broad-based public consultation. Speaking in an interview with RCV News in Lusaka today, Mr. Changala said the deferment of the bill signals the end of the current constitutional amendment attempt. He alleged that the process has been […]
TONSE ALLIANCE HAILS CONCOURT’S RULING ON BILL 7
Tonse Alliance Youth National Chairman, Celestin Mukandila, has welcomed the Constitutional Court’s ruling on the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 7 of 2025, describing it as a clear affirmation that power ultimately lies with the people. Last week, the Constitutional Court ordered government to uphold the spirit of the Constitution by ensuring that any constitutional amendment […]
LOW VOTER TURN OUT IN LUMEZI WORRYING – AVAP
The Anti-Voter Apathy Project (AVAP) has expressed concern over the low voter turnout recorded during the recent by-election in Lumezi, where only around 20,000 out of more than 53,000 registered voters cast their ballots. AVAP Executive Director, Richwell Mulwani, described the turnout as a clear indication of growing voter apathy in the country’s democratic processes. […]
WOMEN URGED TO SUPPORT VULNERABLE CHILDREN
Home of Happiness caregiver, Catherine Mukebo, has called on women to take a more active role in supporting vulnerable children especially the children with disabilities in helping nurture an environment that is key to ensuring no child is left behind. Speaking in an interview with RCV News in Lusaka today, Ms. Mukebo encouraged women particularly […]
GOV’T RESPONDS TO MIDDLE EAST CRISIS
The Zambian government has activated evacuation plans for citizens residing in the Middle East, following escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mulambo Haimbe, made the announcement in Parliament today, outlining steps being taken to safeguard Zambian nationals and maintain strong diplomatic relations abroad. Mr. Haimbe disclosed that 177 […]
HH CALLS FOR SELF-RELIANCE IN WAKE OF U.S. HEALTH AID CUTS
President Hakainde Hichilema says the United States’ decision to cut aid to Zambia’s health sector, should serve as a wake-up call for the country to become more self-reliant. President Hichilema emphasized that instead of viewing the move negatively, Zambians should see it as an opportunity to invest and strengthen local pharmaceutical production. Speaking at State […]
“BEULA NA DANGOTE” NATIONAL SALES PROMOTION LAUNCHED
Government has pledged its full support for Dangote Cement’s continued efforts in advancing infrastructure development across the country. Speaking during the official launch of the Beula na Dangote national sales promotion in Lusaka today, Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Charles Milupi, said the initiative promotes local industry, drives innovation, and fosters job creation. […]
WE HAVE NO MANDATE TO MEDIATE ON FAMILY TIES – ZCID
The Zambia Centre for Interparty Dialogue (ZCID) has refuted allegations, that it has decided to stay quite on the ongoing impasse between the state and the family of former President Edgar Lungu. ZCID Board Chairperson, Joyce Musenge, clarified that the institution does not have the mandate to mediate between a family and the government or […]