GOV’T POSTPONES REPATRIATION OF ECL REMAINS
Government has announced that the remains of the Late Sixth President of Zambia, Edgar Lungu, will not be repatriated to the country today, Wednesday, 11th June 2025 as earlier stated. Secretary to the Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa, says this is because Constructive consultations between government, the Family and other Stakeholders are still ongoing to ensure a […]
NHIMA-ECOBANK SIGNS MOU FOR SMART PAY PLATFORM
The National Health Institute Management Authority (NHIMA) in collaboration with ECO Bank has today launched the NHIMA-ECO Bank smart pay platform aimed at improving accessibility to NHIMA services and enhance transparency and traceability of funds. Speaking during the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding between NHIMA and ECO Bank in Lusaka today, NHIMA Director […]
KAWAMBWA YOUTHS URGED TO HARNESS CDF SKILLS BURSARIES
Luapula Province Minister, Nason Musonda, has urged youths in Kawambwa district to fully utilize the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) skills bursaries and pursue technical and vocational training that can transform their lives and contribute to national development. The Minister made the call during a certificate handover ceremony for graduates of Copperbelt Professional College held in […]
ZAMBIANS URGED TO RESPECT LUNGU FAMILY DURING MOURNING
Kamfinsa Member of Parliament, Christopher Kang’ombe has urged Zambians to desist from issuing divisive statements on the death and funeral arrangements of former president, Edgar Lungu, not until negotiations between the Lungu family and government are concluded on the repatriation of the body. Mr. Kang’ombe says currently, the body of the former head of state […]
IoDZ CONDEMNS GROWING CORPORATE GOVERNANCE BREACHES
The Institute of Directors of Zambia (IoDZ) has expressed concern over the growing trend of Board Chairpersons and Board Members resigning only to immediately assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) within the same organisations they were meant to oversee. The Institute says the trend has been noted at Zambia Tourism Agency, Zambia Railways […]
NHIL PRESENTS K40 MILLION DIVIDEND TO NAPSA
NAPSA Hospitality Investment Limited (NHIL) has presented a K40 million dividend cheque to its parent company, the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA), in a significant demonstration of the success of its hospitality ventures. NHIL, a wholly owned subsidiary of NAPSA, manages the authority’s hotel investments across the country. Speaking during the cheque presentation ceremony, NHIL […]
LOBITO CORRIDOR SMES ASSURED OF SUPPORT
Four Statutory Bodies under the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, working with the Ministry of Commerce, have pledged to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with appropriate skills along the Lobito Corridor Trade Facilitation Project. The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA), Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS), Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA), and the Competition and […]
BATTLE CRY CALLS FOR UNITY IN HONOURING ECL
Battle Cry founder, Obrian Mayambu, has called on the Patriotic Front (PF) leadership to set aside political differences and work with government, to give Zambia’s late former President Edgar Lungu a dignified and unified send-off. Apostle Mayambu has expressed concern with reports that the PF has continued to hold parallel funeral arrangements, separate from the […]
ECONOMIST CALLS FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDING TO NHIMA
Economist Kelvin Chisanga has called for a more sustainable financing model of the National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA), as opposed to solely depending on payroll-based contributions. Mr. Chisanga says there is need to consider additional government funding to carter for Zambians not in full time employment, for them to benefit from accessible, affordable and […]
GOV’T URGED TO PRIORITISE PEOPLE’S NEEDS OVER POLITICAL INTERESTS
Opposition Leadership Movement has urged government to adopt a leadership approach that prioritizes national interests over political convenience. Party Secretary General, Jairos Ngoma, alleges that the current administration appears more focused on promoting policy-driven agendas rather than addressing the everyday struggles of ordinary Zambians. Speaking in an interview with RCV News in Lusaka, Mr. Ngoma […]