CHUNGU CHARGED UNDER THE NON-BAILABLE CRIMES Xavier Chungu, former Director-General of the Zambia Security Intelligence Service (ZSIS) has been charged under the non-bailable provisions of the State Security Act: Chapter 111 of the Laws of Zambia. This case will undoubtedly be closely watched, both domestically and internationally, as it unfolds. The outcome will have lasting… Continue reading XAVIER CHUNGU CHARGED UNDER THE NON-BAILABLE CRIMES

IMINGALATO: DISQUALIFY M’MEMBE AND RUNNING MATE Isaac Mwanza and the Consortium of Civil Societies for Good Governance and Constitutionalism have filed a petition with the Lusaka High Court challenging the nominations of Socialist Party President Dr Fred M’membe and three Independent candidates. The petition claims that Dr M’membe’s running mate, Ms Dolika Banda, lacks a… Continue reading IMINGALATO: DISQUALIFY M’MEMBE AND RUNNING MATE

MY ILLNESS HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH HICHILEMA’S RUNNING MATE CHOICE – NEVERS MUMBA Nevers Mumba has dismissed reports that he fell ill after President Hakainde Hichilema announced that he was going to run with Vice president Mutale Nalumango. In a statement below seen by Zambian Eye today, Dr Mumba says his illness have nothing… Continue reading MY ILLNESS HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH HICHILEMA’S RUNNING MATE CHOICE – NEVERS MUMBA

NKOMBO IS FAILING TO UNDERSTAND HIS DIMINISHED STANDING IN THE UPND Gary Nkombo declared that he and President Hakainde Hichilema will both be re-elected. However, Nkombo’s pronouncements and his current political predicament raise pertinent questions about his understanding of the current political climate, his standing within the United Party for National Development (UPND), and the… Continue reading NKOMBO IS FAILING TO UNDERSTAND HIS DIMINISHED STANDING IN THE UPND

By Given Mutinta THE DANGERS OF PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S PARALLEL INTELLIGENCE Since its independence, Zambia has relied on a unified state intelligence and security service with enabling legislation. This institution has historically served successive administrations, from Kenneth Kaunda to the current President Hakainde Hichilema. However, reports suggest the existence of a parallel intelligence security apparatus operating… Continue reading THE DANGERS OF PRESIDENT HICHILEMA’S PARALLEL INTELLIGENCE

By Given Mutinta THE DILEMMA OF PROPHETIC SILENCE OF THE SDA CHURCH The Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church, like many other churches, professes adherence to biblical principles such as justice and compassion, but with a stronger emphasis on prophecy. However, observations from certain contexts suggest a concerning disconnect between these stated ideals and the church’s actions… Continue reading THE DILEMMA OF PROPHETIC SILENCE OF THE SDA CHURCH

WHO BUILT ZAMBIA? THE BORROWER OR THE BILL PAYER? There is a man who built a stadium. There is another man making sure the stadium still belongs to Zambia. Know the difference. The “chipani people” love to remind Zambians of the airports, the roads, the stadia, the bridges. His supporters wave these projects like trophies.… Continue reading WHO BUILT ZAMBIA? THE BORROWER OR THE BILL PAYER?

Liswaniso says Gary Nkombo’s treatment should warn UPND members against defying party directives UPND National Youth Chairman Gilbert Liswaniso says the party’s handling of former Local Government minister Gary Nkombo should serve as a warning to members that no individual is bigger than the ruling party. Lusaka, 26 May – Speaking on Diamond TV on… Continue reading Liswaniso says Gary Nkombo’s treatment should warn UPND members against defying party directives

By Given Mutinta A DIFFICULT POST-PRESIDENCY FOR HICHILEMA The way a leader governs the country can either secure or jeopardize their chances of a peaceful retirement because their actions while in office have a direct impact on their post-presidency. President Hakainde Hichilema’s leadership is prone to serious governance issues that could have far-reaching consequences for… Continue reading A DIFFICULT POST-PRESIDENCY FOR HICHILEMA