The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved ZESCO’s emergency tariff adjustment proposal, aiming to alleviate financial constraints and reduce load shedding hours. ERB Board Chairperson James Banda explained that the approval seeks to benefit low-income households and small businesses, enabling them to afford essential utilities. “The approved tariff will help ZESCO import more electricity, reducing […]

By Staff Writer President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned an ultra-modern Flour Milling Plant and launched the Winter Maize harvesting at Zambeef’s Chambatata farms in Mpongwe district. Addressing farmers, President Hichilema emphasized the importance of value addition and partnerships in achieving food security and economic growth. “Value addition is the way to go,” he said. “It […]

The Socialist Party (SP) has called upon Mark Simuwe, a Consultant for UPND, to refrain from engaging in what they perceive as trivial behavior towards SP and its President Fred M’membe. SP Director Media Brian Hapunda expressed disappointment in the statements attributed to Mr. Simuwe, particularly noting the involvement of Gen Z youths in supporting […]

By Staff Writer A mental health activist, Francis Chipalo is urging the Zambian government to prioritize mental health issues in the country. Zambia, like many nations, faces economic challenges and unemployment, disproportionately affecting young people. Despite some government initiatives, millions remain unemployed and in poverty, leading to mental health concerns. Mr Chipalo emphasizes that economic […]