By ALICE NACHILEMBE ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has continued to engage various stakeholders past the close of the Transaction on 31st March 2021 to acquire the 90% shares in Mopani Copper Mines. One of the key stakeholders engaged is the Association of Mine Suppliers and Contractors. During a meeting held in Lusaka the Association of […]
Secretary to the Cabinet Simon Miti has called for immediate disciplinary action on Works and Supply Permanent Secretary Lenox Kalonde over the harassment of a civil servant by alleged political cadres in his office. Dr Miti is saddened that the incident occurred in full view of Mr Kalonde and that the Permanent Secretary allowed the […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE A-24-old man alleged to be a PF cadre has been arrested in connection with a video circulating on social media platforms depicting purported Patriotic Front cadres hounding out from office a civil servant on political grounds. Police Deputy Spokesperson Danny Mwale said Charles Kakula of Kamwala South in Lusaka has been arrested […]
By CHINOYI CHIPULU Relegation threatened and bottom side Kitwe United have beaten rivals Nkana 2-1 to record their first win of the season. Kitwe, who have changed coaches three times this season finally managed to pick up maximum points in dramatic fashion against Nkana at Arthur Davies Stadium. Nkana took the lead as early as […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Police in Mansa have charged and arrested a Correctional Officer for shooting a 19-year-old man whom he suspected for a thief. Police Deputy Spokesperson Danny Mwale said that Frederick Chishimba 31 has been charged with the offence of attempted murder. Mr Mwale said that on April 9, 2021 at 19:30 hours, Chishimba […]
BY IREEN MULENGA Vice President Inonge wina has commissioned new water supply projects in senior Chieftainess Nkomeshya Mukambo II in Chongwe District. Mrs Wina said that the people of Chongwe have been crying for water for a long time and government has responded to the cries of the people. She said the Minister of Finance […]
By IREEN MULENGA United Party For National Development (UPND) says it is not aware of media reports that Katuba Member of Parliament (MP) Bampi Kapalasa has filed court documents relating to the eligibility of PF Party President Edgar Lungu to contest the Presidency in the August general elections. UPND Secretary General Batuke Imenda said that […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Ministry of Labour and Social Security bemoans lack of worker education by Trade Unions and affiliated bodies. Assistant Labour Commissioner Charles Muwowo said that during the expedition, most workers expressed ignorance in their rights hence calling upon trade unions to sensitize their members. “The challenge we find on most farms, was […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Zambia’s Ambassador to Germany Anthony Mukwita says the recognition by President Edgar Lungu on the strategic economic opportunities offered by electric vehicles must inspire the business community to invest more in value addition. Mr Mukwita said President Lungu’s commitment to value addition signifies his government’s readiness to facilitate investment in businesses that […]
By CHINOYI CHIPULU Former Chipolopolo midfielder Isaac Chansa has been appointed as National Division One City of Lusaka head coach replacing Serbian Veselin Jelusic. Jelusic has separated mutually with the Woodlands Stadium based outfit. Prior to his appointment Chansa, a 2012 Africa Cup of Nations winner, was physical trainer at the Ndola based Super Division side […]
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