By Staff Writer Centre for Environment Justice (CEJ) has welcomed the New Dawn Government’s decision to suspend the issuance of Timber Export Permits. CEJ Head of Research and Studies Freeman Mubanga said the move will help control the extraction of the depleting natural resource. Mr Mubanga said that the development will foster appropriate timber trading […]
Senior Members of the late First Republican President Dr Kenneth Kaunda ‘s family have traveled to Mozambique to facilitate the repatriation of Kambarage‘s remains. Captain Kambarabge died on Thursday, January 13, 2022 in Mozambique after an illness. In a statement the Kaunda Family also informed the public that due to COVID-19 restrictions, the funeral gathering […]
By Staff Writer Government has revealed that it will this year put in place a piece of legislation for business startups that is aimed at helping Small Medium Enterprises (SME)s to grow. Technology and Science Minister Felix Mutati said this at the Jacaranda Hub/Next Generation National Ideas Convention in Lusaka, which has attracted 100 innovative […]
Senegal and Guinea moved closer to reaching the last 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations following a 0-0 draw. The Guineans had the only real chance of the first half when Seny Dieng saved a low effort from Morgan Guilavogui. Senegal grew into the Group B clash after the break as Abdou Diallo had […]
Gabadinho Mhango scored twice as Malawi beat Zimbabwe 2-1 to boost their hopes of a first-ever appearance in the last 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations. Zimbabwe went ahead with a superb 38th-minute header from Ishmael Wadi, but Mhango equalised five minutes later with a controlled half-volley. And Mhango put the Flames ahead in […]
Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang missed Gabon’s Africa Cup of Nations draw with Ghana on Friday after scans revealed ‘heart lesions’ following a bout of Covid. However, it is understood Arsenal’s doctors have spoken to Gabon’s medics who have said the situation is not serious and he is feeling well. Aubameyang tested positive on arrival in Cameroon […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA President Hakainde Hichilema yesterday fired Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) Director General Musonda Simwayi. And President Hichilema has appointed Mary Chirwa as new Director General of the Drug Enforcement Commission. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson Anthony Bwalya, Mr Hichilema said that Ms Chirwa brings a wealth of experience to the institution […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has set February 3, 2022 as the new date for Kabwata Parliamentary by-election. Eligible contestants from various political parties are expected to file their nominations on January 19, 2022. Male contestants will have to pay K15, 000 while their female counterparts will pay K13, 500 for […]
By Mercy Chewe Coach Albert Mphande famously known as ‘Coach Ferguson’ has left Kitwe United to join City of Lusaka. Kitwe appointed Mphande as coach in August and he signed a two year contract that could have seen him stay at the club at least until 2023. Mphande was unveiled by City of Lusaka on […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Government says it will take a Bill to Parliament to repeal and replace the Loans and Guarantees Authorisation Act so that it prescribes the manner in which Government acquires loans. The Ministry of Finance says this will prevent over borrowing which has been one of the main reasons why debt has grown. […]
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