AVAP DISAPPOINTED WITH POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN LUMEZI
Anti-Voter Apathy Project (AVAP) Executive Director, Richwell Mulwani, has expressed disappointment with the political violence that erupted in Lumezi Constituency yesterday, as six candidates filed in their parliamentary nominations. Mr. Mulwani described the incident as a setback to the electoral process, a violation of human rights, and a threat to Zambia’s democratic principles. He urged […]
ZCSA HALTS DISTRIBUTION OF NON-COMPLIANT PACKAGED WATER
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has suspended the distribution of some packaged drinking water brands in Ndola and Kitwe, after they were found to be non-compliant with national quality standards. During recent market surveillance and factory inspections on the Copperbelt, the agency flagged and restricted 113 cases of bottled water worth K7,475 for failing […]
TONSE IS INTACT – NAKACHINDA
Tonse Alliance Secretary General, Raphael Nakachinda, has dismissed allegations suggesting that the alliance is facing internal turmoil. Mr. Nakachinda clarified that the alliance is merely undergoing a teething process as part of its organizational growth. Addressing Journalist in Kabwe today, Mr. Nakachinda said that during the most recent meeting, member parties resolved to realign the […]
GOV’T URGED TO HALT CONSTITUTION AMENDMENT PROCESS
Governance expert, Brebner Changala, has called on the government to suspend the ongoing constitutional amendment process until after the 2026 general elections. Mr. Changala argued that the rush to amend the constitution raises serious concerns about transparency and inclusivity. He described the move as suspicious and politically motivated, suggesting it could be a strategy by […]
ZPPA SUSPENDS NTOSA INVESTMENTS FROM PUBLIC PROCUREMENT
The Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) has suspended Ntosa Investments Limited from participating in any public procurement activities for one year, citing poor performance in a contract awarded by the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Eye Hospital. The suspension, effective May 19, 2025, was issued under Section 96(g) of the Public Procurement Act No. 8 of […]
RELEASE 2024 TEACHER RECRUITMENT LIST -ZNTU
The Zambia National Teachers Union (ZNTU) has appealed to government, to publicly release the list of successful candidates recruited under the 2024 teacher replacement program, rather than relying on individual notifications by the Teaching Service Commission. ZNTU Public Relations Officer, Goodwin Maseka, said the current method of informing successful applicants individually risks breeding suspicion and […]
GOVT HAILS CHOLERA RESPONSE IN KABWE
Central Province Permanent Secretary, Milner Mwanakampwe, has commended Habitat for Humanity Zambia and the Zambia NGO WASH Forum for their role in strengthening public health efforts following a recent cholera outbreak in Kabwe. Dr. Mwanakampwe revealed that the outbreak had led to 115 recorded cases but noted that all patients were successfully treated and discharged, […]
ONE DEAD, ANOTHER INJURED IN CHISAMBA MINE SHOOTING
Police in Chisamba have launched a manhunt after a shooting at a gold mine left one person dead and another seriously injured. The incident happened in the early hours of today around 02:00 at Fish Pond Gold Mine Camps in the Chipembi area. Zambia Police Assistant Public Relations Officer, Godfrey Chilabi, says Eddy Mwandu of […]
OPPOSITION LEADER WARNS AGAINST PREMATURE MAIZE EXPORTS
Opposition Leadership Movement President, Richard Silumbe, has cautioned government against exporting maize in the upcoming marketing season before securing strategic reserves. Dr. Silumbe says maize exports should only be allowed once the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) confirms that national food security has been guaranteed. Speaking during his appearance on Radio Christian Voice’s Chatback program, under […]
BANK OF ZAMBIA MAINTAINS MONETARY POLICY RATE AT 14.5%
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate at 14.5%, citing a recent decline in inflation and continued financial system stability. BoZ Governor, Denny Kalyalya, announced the decision during a press briefing in Lusaka today, stating that the Monetary Policy Committee chose to hold the rate steady, following a drop in annual […]