UPPZ RAISES CONCERNS OVER PROPOSED DELIMITATION PROCESS
Opposition United Prosperous and Peaceful Zambia (UPPZ) has expressed concern over the upcoming delimitation process announced by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ). On 28th February 2025, President Hakainde Hichilema proposed the delimitation of constituencies during his address to Parliament on the progress made in the application of National Values and Principles And Mr. Chanda […]
GOV’T URGED TO PRIORITIZE TIMELY CBPP VACCINE PROCUREMENT
The Veterinary Association of Zambia (VAZ) has called on government to prioritize the early procurement and distribution of Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) vaccines to prevent delays in scheduled immunization programs. VAZ President, Malcolm Chiyoba, acknowledged the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock’s commitment to disease control but noted that procurement delays have slowed the vaccination rate. […]
UPND ASSURES ZAMBIANS OF INCLUSIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
United Party for National Development (UPND) Deputy Media Director, Sikwindi Situla, has assured Zambians that government will ensure constitutional amendments are people-driven and conducted through thorough consultations. Mr. Situla also clarified that there is no draft constitution currently at the Ministry of Justice. He stated that government is in the process of developing a roadmap […]
LCC BURIES 34 UNCLAIMED BODIES
The Lusaka City Council (LCC) has buried 34 unclaimed bodies between January and March 2025, representing a reduction of 49 cases from the 83 unclaimed bodies interred during the same period in 2024. The Local Authority says this follows the 14-day notice which was issued in the press, announcing its intention to bury the unclaimed […]
ALL ZAMBIANS TO OBTAIN SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AT 16
The National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) is working towards ensuring that every Zambian obtains a social security number at the age of 16, to promote investment and financial security. Speaking during a breakfast media engagement in Lusaka today, NAPSA Director General, Muyangwa Muyangwa, emphasized that just like the National Registration Card (NRC), it is the […]
LETS WAIT FOR OFFICIAL CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROPOSAL – CHANDA
Kanchibiya Member of Parliament, Sunday Chanda, has urged Zambians to wait for the official constitutional amendment proposals from government before forming opinions. Mr. Chanda emphasized that once the amendments are tabled, they should undergo thorough scrutiny, with each provision carefully examined to ensure alignment with democracy, good governance, and the rule of law. “Speculating about […]
IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT URGED TO ADDRESS ILLEGAL MIGRANTS
Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Mwiimbu, has called on the Department of Immigration to take decisive action against the rising number of undocumented immigrants in the country. Mr. Mwiimbu highlighted growing public concerns over illegal immigrants settling in communities, warning that failure to address the issue promptly could lead to citizens taking […]
EFZ CALLS FOR INCREASED CHURCH SUPPORT ON MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES
Evangelical Fellowship of Zambia (EFZ) Executive Director, Andrew Mwenda, has emphasized the need for the church to strengthen its ability to address mental health concerns. Bishop Mwenda explains that doing so will encourage more congregants to seek counselling when facing mental health challenges. Speaking in an interview with RCV News in Lusaka today, Bishop Mwenda […]
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN TAXATION LAUNCHED
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) has launched the Post Graduate Diploma In Taxation Qualification in its commitment to ensuring that the qualifications remain relevant, practical, and globally competitive. ZICA President Yande Mwenye says this marks an important step in the ongoing efforts to provide specialized and high-quality training to tax professionals which will contribute […]
SINO METALS LEACH ZAMBIA TO INCUR ALL COSTS ON WATER POLLUTION
Government has directed Sino Metals Leach Zambia to cover all costs associated with restoring the Kafue River following a pollution incident caused by the company’s operations. This includes rehabilitating affected areas and compensating for the loss of aquatic life, including fish. The pollution occurred on February 18, 2025, after the failure of one of Sino […]