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SECRETARY to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has highlighted the crucial role of digitalisation in achieving effective public service delivery to support the Grow Zambia Agenda. Mr Kangwa says digitalisation and human capital development are vital components of service delivery. He emphasised that fully embracing technology and innovation in the public service will enhance service provision […]
By Nelson Zulu A nurse at Maina Soko Military Medical Centre has testified before High Court Judge Conceptor Zulu that the late retired Lieutenant General Ronnie Shikapwasha was restless when he was taken to the medical facility and disclosed that his gun had fired. Sergeant Mutinta Muleya, who was working in the hospital’s emergency department […]
Veteran Zambian broadcaster Innocent Kalaluka, popularly known as Smooth IK, appears to be preparing for his next chapter in broadcasting after teasing a new online programme dubbed “Courtesy Call.” Kalaluka, who recently retired from the Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) after more than three decades of service, took to social media to hint that he […]
The Ministry of Information and Media Permanent Secretary, Thabo Kawana has acknowledged the crucial role in ensuring the smooth and timely processing of human resource cases within government institutions emphasising that it’s a duty that directly impacts the efficiency of…
God says Hichilema will rule for 15 years, claims Cosmas UPND Media Committee member, Cosmas Chileshe has claimed that God has revealed to him that President Hakainde Hichilema will have a prolonged stay in office beyond the constitutionally prescribed two terms. Chileshe has further claimed that President Hichilema’s tenure only started onSeptember 1, 2026. Speaking […]
Even before it could start sitting… YOUTH CONSORTIUM PETITIONS NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE PRESIDENTIAL TERM LIMITS Even before it could be assembled officially, a murky and bizarre Zambia Youth Organisations Consortium has petitioned the National Assembly to move a Private Members’ Motion seeking to amend Article 106(3) of the Constitution. Article 106(3) provides that a […]
President Ronnie Jere writes…THE KIBOMBWE–CHITAMBALA CONSENT AGREEMENT: A MATTER OF PUBLIC INTEREST The reported decision by Gabriel Kibombwe to withdraw his petition challenging the election of Mwewa Chitambala as Lusaka Mayor raises important questions about electoral accountability and public confidence in our democratic institutions. Let me be clear: I have not seen or read the […]
KBN TV LICENCE SUSPENDED FOR 30 DAYS OVER BREACHES OF 2026 ELECTION The Independent Broadcasting Authority, IBA, has suspended the broadcasting licences of four stations over non-payment of annual operating fees and breaches of the 2026 Election Coverage Guidelines. 3FM Radio of Chipata, Mungu FM Radio of Mongu and Healing TV of Lusaka have each […]
LISWANISO REJECTS CALL TO FREE ALLEGED TREASON SUSPECTS THE UPND has strongly rejected calls by Prince AKASHAMBATWA MBIKUSITA LEWANIKA for the release of individuals facing treason charges, describing the proposal as misguided and contrary to the rule of law. LEWANIKA, Chairperson of the Council of Elders for Ethical Leadership, Democracy and Development, appealed to African […]
MINISTER of Green Economy and Environment Gilbert Siame says the Carbon Feed-In Premium (CFIP) programme is critical to Zambia’s ongoing efforts to expand electricity generation as it commences CFIP implementation. The CFIP Programme is a results-based crediting mechanism designed to accelerate Zambia’s transition to renewable energy by supporting investments in clean, grid-connected electricity generation technologies. Dr Siame […]