UPND GOVT RECOMMENDS TWO JUDGES TO HAVE EXTRA JOBS IN SEYCHELLES

UPND GOVT RECOMMENDS TWO JUDGES TO HAVE EXTRA JOBS IN SEYCHELLES President Wavel Ramkalawan of Seychelles officiated the swearing-in ceremony of Justice Dominic Sichinga and Justice Nicola Sharpe-Phiri as Non-Residential Justices of Appeal. The event, held this morning at State House, followed recommendations by the Constitutional Appointments Authority. During the ceremony, the newly appointed Justices… Continue reading UPND GOVT RECOMMENDS TWO JUDGES TO HAVE EXTRA JOBS IN SEYCHELLES

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A Constitutional Crossroads: Zambia Faces Potential Presidential By-Election in 2025

A Constitutional Crossroads: Zambia Faces Potential Presidential By-Election in 2025. By Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba As Zambia approaches December 10, 2024, the nation stands at the precipice of a historic constitutional decision that could redefine its democratic landscape. The Constitutional Court is expected to deliver a judgment on the eligibility of former President Edgar Chagwa… Continue reading A Constitutional Crossroads: Zambia Faces Potential Presidential By-Election in 2025

AMBULANCE SCANDAL: HOW A $13 MILLION DEAL BETRAYED THE ZAMBIAN PEOPLE

AMBULANCE SCANDAL: HOW A $13 MILLION DEAL BETRAYED THE ZAMBIAN PEOPLE In what could be one of the most glaring examples of corruption in public procurement, the Zambian government finds itself embroiled in a $13 million scandal involving the supply of ambulances under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). At the heart of this scandal is… Continue reading AMBULANCE SCANDAL: HOW A $13 MILLION DEAL BETRAYED THE ZAMBIAN PEOPLE

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Zesco Ditches Gensets for Solar: A Dramatic Shift to Save a Fortune (And Maybe the Planet

Zesco Ditches Gensets for Solar: A Dramatic Shift to Save a Fortune (And Maybe the Planet In an unexpected twist that could rival the plot of any high-stakes soap opera, Zambia’s electricity supply giant, Zesco, has made a decision that will leave you wondering if they’ve been watching too many eco-documentaries or just had one… Continue reading Zesco Ditches Gensets for Solar: A Dramatic Shift to Save a Fortune (And Maybe the Planet

Lying to the Church

AMB. EMMANUEL MWAMBA WRITES:- Lying to the Church On Friday President Hakainde Hichilema hosted the Reformed Church in Zambia (RCZ) delegation, led by Synod Moderator Rev. Ackson Banda, at State House. The discussions were focused on fostering collaboration between the Church and the government especially in key sectors such as education, health, and agriculture. Minister… Continue reading Lying to the Church

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LUSAMBO’S LAWYERS ORDERED TO FILE WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS

LUSAMBO’S LAWYERS ORDERED TO FILE WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS FORMER Lusaka Province Minister Bowman Lusambo’s lawyers have been directed to file written submissions after arguing that his proceeds of crime case should be dismissed. Lusaka Chief Resident Davies Chibwili issued the order following oral submissions by defense lawyer Nkula Botha. Botha contended that Lusambo’s case must be… Continue reading LUSAMBO’S LAWYERS ORDERED TO FILE WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS

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Ridiculous’ to criticise Barbra Banda for BBC award, Emma Hayes insists

Ridiculous’ to criticise Barbra Banda for BBC award, Emma Hayes insists | The Guardian, UK | November 29, 2024 | Emma Hayes has criticised the “ridiculous” treatment of Barbra Banda, after the Orlando Pride and Zambia forward was named the BBC women’s footballer of the year. The head coach of the US women’s national team… Continue reading Ridiculous’ to criticise Barbra Banda for BBC award, Emma Hayes insists

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Scandal Rocks Ministry of Education: K3.6 Million Paid Without Tender Process

Scandal Rocks Ministry of Education: K3.6 Million Paid Without Tender Process The Ministry of Education is at the center of a procurement scandal after the latest Auditor General’s report revealed gross violations of Zambia’s Public Procurement Act, 2020, and Public Procurement Regulations, 2022. The Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Joel Kamoko, allegedly authorized the payment… Continue reading Scandal Rocks Ministry of Education: K3.6 Million Paid Without Tender Process

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Is the UPND Government Undermining Zambia’s Mineral Wealth?

Is the UPND Government Undermining Zambia’s Mineral Wealth? Concerns are mounting over the UPND government’s recent decisions regarding Zambia’s gemstone sector, with accusations that their actions are eroding the country’s gains in resource management and sovereignty. At the center of the storm is the controversial issuance of mining certificates that allegedly infringe on Zambian-owned mines… Continue reading Is the UPND Government Undermining Zambia’s Mineral Wealth?

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GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE FREE PUBLIC WI-FI INITIATIVE

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE FREE PUBLIC WI-FI INITIATIVE The Zambian government has officially launched the National Public Free WiFi initiative aiming to bridge the digital divide and empower citizens across the country. The ZamFree National Public Free WiFi initiative has been launched simultaneously at three (3) key public hubs:  at Lusaka’s… Continue reading GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE FREE PUBLIC WI-FI INITIATIVE

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