The Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) has revealed that it aims to generate approximately 230MW of solar energy by 2027. The revelation was made yesterday at the just ended 11th Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (ZIMEC) during a case study presentation entitled “Smart Strategic Partnerships to Deliver Clean Energy to Mines” by CEC’s […]
Technology and Science Minister Felix Mutati says Zambia shall maximise the deliberations at the ongoing Africa Fintech summit so as to lift the digital platform up through collaborations. Speaking during the official opening of the summit, today in Lusaka, Mr Mutati said the thrust of the Fintech engagement must ultimately thrive and deliver digital transformation […]
The Agriculture Technical and Professional Staff Union of Zambia (APSUZ) is elated with the introduction of the credit window for agriculture Inputs by the Ministry of Agriculture. It is gratifying to state that the facility is a very significant step in advancing sustainable agriculture, as it will enhance food security in our country. Offering financial […]
By Staff Writer Socialist Party Copperbelt Spokesperson, Reagan Kashinga, has pointed out that the turmoil in the mining sector is a direct reflection of disarray in cabinet meetings, which he claims provide no value. Mr Kashinga alleges that KCM has become a political playground for cadres who secure contracts and generous payments for themselves. He […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Copperbelt Spokesperson for the Socialist Party Reagan Kashinga, has voiced his concerns, alleging that the ruling party is undermining democracy and limiting the political space in the country. Mr. Kashinga emphasized that the democracy for which the country’s forefathers fought is under threat from the ruling government. He accused the ruling party […]
By Mercy Chewe A consortium of Zambian suppliers in the Copperbelt and North Western Provinces has directed suppliers not to deal with a firm called Kalonga Logistics which is operating like an agent at Barrick Lumwana Mine. Consortium Secretary Kazhila Samukonga charged that Kalonga’s operation at Barrick Lumwana Mine amounts to transfer pricing and monopoly, […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Government has officially initiated the distribution of more than 54,000 bags of fertilizer to Chingola District as part of the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP) for the 2023/2024 farming season. The district has received a total of 27,297 bags of D-Compound, each weighing 50 kg, and an equal number of bags […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Mongu Municipal Council in Western Province has seized 90kgs of uncertified meat from Mandanga area following the outbreak of Anthrax. Mongu Municipal Council Assistant Public Relations manager Abigail Sitenge said the public health workers were acting on recent reports of Anthrax cases reported in Mongu and other parts of Western Province. Ms […]
By Staff Writer The Zambia National Service (ZNS) has delivered it’s Eagle mealie-meal which will be sold at a cheaper price in all Shoprite outlets and Choppies in Livingstone. The chain stores will be selling a 25 kilograms of breakfast meal at K 230 while roller meal will be selling at K190. Speaking when she […]
By Lerato Kumalo The construction industry’s role in exacerbating climate change by adding to global warming and intensifying carbon emissions is undeniable. This issue is compounded by the ongoing urbanization driven by an ever-growing global population. The escalating global population is giving impetus to the construction sector, magnifying its impact on economies and the environment […]
Alice Nachilembe
