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Chipolopolo move 7 steps up on FIFA rankings

The Chipolopolo boys have moved seven rungs up on the global charts, according to the latest FIFA rankings. According to the latest rankings released today, Zambia now sits 87th on the global charts and 18th in Africa. African champions Coted’Ivoire are sixth in Africa and 46th in the world while Morocco remain top of the […]

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Lusambo’s Lawyers ordered to file written submissions

By Staff Writer Former Lusaka Province Minister Bowman Lusambo’s lawyers have been directed to file written submissions after arguing that his proceeds of crime case should be dismissed. Lusaka Chief Resident Davies Chibwili issued the order following oral submissions by defense lawyer Nkula Botha. Botha contended that Lusambo’s case must be dismissed because the prosecution […]

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President Hichilema Announces Recovery of Over $30 Million in Stolen Assets

By Staff Writer President Hakainde Hichilema has announced that Zambia’s legal reforms have successfully facilitated the speedy and cost-effective recovery of stolen assets and money. This year alone, the government has recovered over $30 million without incurring significant expenses. According to President Hichilema, the prudent prosecution of cases has freed up resources for productive and […]

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Govt Commends Fibrecom’s Expanding Optic Fibre Infrastructure

By Staff Writer Zambia’s Technology and Science Minister, Felix Mutati, has praised Fibrecom for its resilience in growing and sustaining its services, providing consistent and reliable high-speed broadband communication services across the country and beyond. Speaking at Fibrecom’s networking event in Lusaka, Mutati noted that the company’s robust optic fibre infrastructure has delivered quality digital […]

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Resolve Fashion Sakala Issue, says Blackwell Siwale

By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Zambian football fraternity is still debating the cold relationship seen between Saudi Arabia based Chipolopolo star striker Fashion Sakala and coach Avram Grant. Grant left out a controversial Sakala from the Chipolopolo squad that successfully competed in the Morocco 2025 Africa Cup  qualifying campaign. Responding to questions from reporters on Sakala’s […]

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EFT Corporation Connect: Zambia event forges important regional partnerships

EFT Corporation, an African-focused fintech and payment solutions provider, recently hosted its EFT Corporation Connect: Zambia event in Lusaka. Featuring presentations led by EFTCorp’s team alongside an address from a representative of the Zambian Ministry of Technology and Science, the event brought together leaders and innovators from Zambia’s banks, microfinancers, and fintech sector. The event underscored EFTCorp’s […]

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