Blog Post

The Independent Observer

CEJ trains 100 youth environmental defenders

By ALICE NACHILEMBE Government has commended Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) for joining efforts in strengthening the voice of the youth in advocating for climate justice and democratic governance of natural resources.  Director of Environmental Management Department in the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment Godwin Gondwe said Government has welcomed the training of over […]

Read More

ACC summons Former Ministry of Health PS for questioning

By Staff WriterThe Anti-Corruption Commission has summoned former Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary in Charge of Administration George Magwende to appear for questioning on Tuesday August 9, 2022. ACC Spokesperson Queen Chibwe said the Commission has been carrying out investigations on allegations of corruption against him. Ms Chibwe said Dr Magwende is expected to appear […]

Read More

Lulamba market shelter to be covered fully

By MAIMBO MWEEMBAChingola Constituency Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga has assured marketers at Lulamba market that the market shelter sideways will be covered before the rainy season. Speaking when he visited the market to appreciate the challenges, Mr Chipoka said that he will ensure that in due time the market is covered. And Lulamba market […]

Read More

Spring TV withdrawn from Top Star

Public Signal Distributor TopStar Communications Company has advised the general public that Spring TV has withdrawn its services and is currently not available on the platform. This is with immediate effect. TopStar Public Relations Manager Joy Chula said TopStar has thanked Spring TV for their services and remains committed to re-add the channel should they […]

Read More

Fipuya bridge to be rehabilitated

By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Chingola Constituency Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga has assured the residents of Kamuchanga and surrounding areas that Fipuya bridge will be rehabilitated to bituminous standard. This is the bridge used by the farmers in the Fipuya farming block and usually they are cut off from trading once the rainy season commences Speaking […]

Read More

Boy 19 kills both parents

By ALICE NACHILEMBE A-19-year-old juvenile has allegedly killed his parents in Lusaka’s Salama park area in unclear circumstances. Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said Nathaniel Mwakachela 53, and Alphonsina Mwakachela 52, are alleged to have been killed by their first born son an adult Juvenile. Mr Hamoonga said this occurred on Saturday August 6, 2022 between […]

Read More

Bus fares reduced

By Staff writer Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) Head Public Relations Fredrick Mubanga says buses fares have been reduced effective tomorrow. This follows a drop in the fuel pump price announced recently by the Energy Regulation Board (ERB), bus fares have also been reduced. “RTSA wishes to announce the reduction in bus fares, following […]

Read More

Nchanga Rangers lose to Forest

Nchanga Rangers on Friday had a test drive of forthcoming FAZ Super League opposition when they lost to Forest Rangers in their opening game of a four-club pre-season tournament in Kitwe. The Chingola giants lost 2-1 to Forest on day-one of the friendly tournament at Arthur Davies Stadium which also includes Prison Leopards and Power […]

Read More

Four vehicles collide in a Chikola accident

By MAIMBO MWEEMBAFour people and a pedestrian have been involved in a Road Traffic Accident that occurred along Chikola crescent road in Ndola. Two of the involved have escaped unhurt. Copperbelt Commanding Officer Sharon Zulu said the accident happened yesterday at around 15:20 hours and involved four motor vehicles. “The  first vehicle being a  BMW […]

Read More