By Staff Writer A-42-year-old man has been arrested and charged with threatening violence after allegedly pulling a gun on a woman in Mtendere East. According to Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga, Martin Liswani, a resident of Mtendere, was apprehended by community members after he threatened to shoot Elizabeth Mufolo, 35, with a pistol. The incident occurred […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Member of Parliament Chipoka Mulenga has urged Mimbula Minerals to take swift action in mitigating the pollution that has contaminated Mutimpa and Chabanyama streams. The MP’s call comes after a visit to the mine and affected areas, where he witnessed the devastating impact of the pollution. Mr Mulenga emphasized that despite […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Chingola Skills Training School is poised for significant development, according to Board Chairperson Moses Lungu, who is also Chabanyama Ward Councillor. Mr Lungu revealed that the school’s board has outlined a comprehensive plan to improve infrastructure, enhance educational programs, and increase accessibility. “We are committed to transforming Chingola Skills Training School into […]
By Staff Writer A-35-year-old businessman, Katula Sinkamba of Same Team Investment, survived a gunshot attack by unknown criminals in Kabundi. The incident occurred on January 10, 2025, around 07:45 hours at Plot #7656 Malile Street, Kabundi North Extension, as he was leaving his yard. This is the fourth similar attack targeting mobile money transactions in […]
By Staff Writer A-Lusaka businessman, Mr. Sydney Mateyo, an Airtel Money dealer, is in critical condition after being shot by armed robbers who stole K950,000 in cash. The incident occurred near the junction of Lumumba and Malambo roads, where Mr. Mateyo and his worker, Mr. Jackson Nsokolo, were ambushed by the robbers. Mr. Mateyo was […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Zambia Police Service has arrested four suspects in connection with the theft of public infrastructure components, specifically solar batteries stolen from traffic lights along Independence Avenue in Lusaka. The incident occurred between 01:00 hours and 05:00 hours on January 9, 2025. Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said according to preliminary investigations, the […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ) has identified five individuals who participated in the controversial “We listen, we do not Judge, nurse’s edition” Facebook skit, four of whom are registered nurses and one a finalist student awaiting results. The Council has commenced disciplinary proceedings against the nurses, who confessed to […]
Minister of Transport and Logistics Frank Tayali has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting Zambia Airways’ success. This commitment was made clear during a stakeholders’ meeting convened by Tayali, which brought together representatives from the Ministry of Transport and Logistics, Ministry of Tourism, Zambia Airways, Zambia Civil Aviation Authority, Zambia Airports Corporation Limited, and Industrial […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE Mafinga Member of Parliament, Robert Chabinga, has called on Zambian diplomats in Ethiopia to follow President Hakainde Hichilema’s lead in attracting foreign investment to Zambia. Mr Chabinga made the remarks during a courtesy call at the Zambia Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He praised President Hichilema’s commitment to improving Zambia’s economic standing, […]
Ghana’s visa-free entry for African passport holders is the latest boost to efforts to integrate the continent and boost cross-border trade, cultural exchange, and regional unity. Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Ghana’s introduction of visa-free travel for all African passport holders is the latest shot in the arm for Africa’s push toward seamless cross-border travel […]
Alice Nachilembe
