By ALICE NACHILEMBE The government has officially ended the recovery operation at Sensele Mine, nine months after the tragic accident that occurred on November 30, 2023. Despite efforts, only 27 out of the 38 believed trapped bodies have been recovered. Minister of Mines and Mineral Development Paul Kabuswe announced the conclusion of the operation during […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Water Development Minister Collins Njovu has directed China Henan International Cooperation to accelerate the completion of the Mulonga Water project under the Zambia Water Sanitation project. The project has faced significant delays, prompting the Minister’s urgent intervention. During a site visit, Mr. Njovu emphasized the need for swift action, citing the critical […]
As Zambia grapples with economic hardships, investing in mental health is crucial to help citizens cope with the challenges. Mental Health Activist Francis Chipalo notes that the current situation has led to a surge in reports of people committing suicide due to financial stress. Mr. Chipalo emphasizes that mental health is essential for well-being, enabling […]
The Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) has raised concerns over the continued sand mining and river bank cultivation activities along the Luangwa river in Mafinga district of Muchinga Province. WARMA Acting-Director General Misozi Lumpa says the sand mining activities along the Luangwa river are a threat to the lifespan of the water resource. Ms. Lumpa […]
The Ministry of Green Economy and Environment has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to environmental protection and enforcement. Permanent Secretary Dr. Douty Chibamba emphasized the importance of sustainable management of natural resources and compliance with environmental protection measures. Speaking through Director of Environment Godwin Fishani Gondwe at the Ministerial Stakeholder Engagement in Lusaka, Dr. Chibamba highlighted […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Milenge Town Council Chairperson Clement Mwila has revealed that the Local Authority is transforming the district using the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). According to Mr. Mwila, CDF has been a game-changer for Milenge, which previously lacked buildings and tangible development. “Through CDF, we are building infrastructure in schools, such as Kabuta and […]
Transfer pricing has become a focus area for both taxpayers and revenue authorities around the world and in Africa. In addition, the recent Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) initiative has led to significant legislative changes and revised transfer pricing guidance, as well as a change in the transfer […]
The USD 7.5 million ‘Series A’ investment will support data privacy and collaboration platform Omnisient’s mission to grow financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. South African fintech start-up Omnisient has received a $7.5 million investment from Arise, a company that invests in African financial service providers and fintechs that advance financial inclusion. Founded in December 2019, Omnisient is a […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Mayor Johnson Kang’ombe, also Vice President of the Copperbelt Chapter of the Local Government Association, praised the New Dawn government’s tangible achievements. He highlighted the significant improvements in local authorities’ work, citing increased minimum wages for casual council workers from K850 to K2300. “When we took office, council workers were in […]
By Staff Writer Scrivener Bwalya, Copperbelt United Party for National Development (UPND) Trustee, lauds the UPND administration for transforming the narrative on the Copperbelt. In a recent radio interview on Shekainah FM, Bwalya attributed the province’s resurgence to the government’s numerous projects, including the reopening of Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) and Mopani mines. “The Copperbelt […]
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