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Surya Service Station Embroiled in Contamination Scandal

By ALICE NACHILEMBE  The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has launched an investigation into alleged fuel water contamination at Surya Service Station in Woodlands, Lusaka. ERB Acting Manager Public Relations Musonda Chibulu said that preliminary investigations reveal that the fuel was contaminated with water on Saturday, January 25, 2025, around 19:30 hours. Mr Chibulu said eight […]

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CHILILABOMBWE COUNCIL CLARIFIES GRANT ALLOCATION REPORTS

By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Chililabombwe Municipal Council has dismissed recent social media reports claiming that the local authority awarded grants to 23 cooperatives that did not apply for funding. According to the CMC Assistant Public Relations Manager Nambela Kyombela , said these reports are false and do not reflect their procedures and CDF guidelines for […]

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TANKER DRIVER ARRESTED FOR DRUNK DRIVING AND RECKLESS DRIVING

By Staff Writer A-35-year-old driver, has been detained and arrested for dangerous driving and driving under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 18:00 hours along the Great East Road at the Munali Traffic Circle. Humphrey Musonda, a resident of Emmasdale, Lusaka, was driving a Renault Tanker laden […]

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SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR THREATENING VIOLENCE IN MTENDERE

By Staff Writer A-42-year-old man has been arrested and charged with threatening violence after allegedly pulling a gun on a woman in Mtendere East. According to Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga, Martin Liswani, a resident of Mtendere, was apprehended by community members after he threatened to shoot Elizabeth Mufolo, 35, with a pistol. The incident occurred […]

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CHINGOLA MP URGES MIMBULA MINERALS TO ACT FAST ON POLLUTION

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga has urged Mimbula Minerals to take swift action in mitigating the pollution that has contaminated Mutimpa and Chabanyama streams. The MP’s call comes after a visit to the mine and affected areas, where he witnessed the devastating impact of the pollution. Mr Mulenga emphasized that despite […]

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CHINGOLA SKILLS TRAINING SCHOOL SET FOR MAJOR DEVELOPMENT

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Skills Training School is poised for significant development, according to Board Chairperson Moses Lungu, who is also Chabanyama Ward Councillor. Mr Lungu revealed that the school’s board has outlined a comprehensive plan to improve infrastructure, enhance educational programs, and increase accessibility. “We are committed to transforming Chingola Skills Training School into […]

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ANOTHER BUSINESSMAN SHOT IN CHINGOLA

By Staff Writer A-35-year-old businessman, Katula Sinkamba of Same Team Investment, survived a gunshot attack by unknown criminals in Kabundi. The incident occurred on January 10, 2025, around 07:45 hours at Plot #7656 Malile Street, Kabundi North Extension, as he was leaving his yard. This is the fourth similar attack targeting mobile money transactions in […]

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BUSINESSMAN CRITICALLY INJURED IN LUSAKA ROBBERY

By Staff Writer A-Lusaka businessman, Mr. Sydney Mateyo, an Airtel Money dealer, is in critical condition after being shot by armed robbers who stole K950,000 in cash. The incident occurred near the junction of Lumumba and Malambo roads, where Mr. Mateyo and his worker, Mr. Jackson Nsokolo, were ambushed by the robbers. Mr. Mateyo was […]

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