The Lusaka Magistrates Court has this morning convicted a Zambia Air Force female officer, Lieutenant Mildred Luwaile and sentenced her to six years in prison for torturing and assaulting her 11-year-old nice who was under her care. Her sentence starts today. Particulars of the offence are that on March 25, 2019, Luwaile of ZAF Twin […]
By Ireen Mulenga Nchanga Ward aspiring Councillor Levy Zulu wants to embark on community oriented campaigns based on the challenges the community is facing in the ward. Speaking with The Independent Observer today, Mr Zulu said crime rate is one of the challenges the community needs to be addressed. He said it will be imperative […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) says Zambia’s decision to ratify the Tripartite Free Trade Area Agreement (TFTA) is a commendable step towards increased regional integration in Africa and continental integration. CTPD Researcher Emmanuel Muma said the centre has urged Government to continue consultations with local industries, private sectors players […]
By Ireen Mulenga Konkola Blades head coach Charles Bwale says the team has adequately prepared for the home game against Kashikishi Warriors this weekend. Speaking with The Independent Observer, yesterday after training, Bwale said the team will not underrate Kashikishi Warriors as it is a good team. “Football is the way it is and we […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) has commended Marcopolo Tiles Company Limited (MTCL) on the completion of Phase IV of the Company’s’ expansion project, at a cost of $15million. This will make it the first Zambian manufacturer of sanitary ware. IDC group Chief Executive Officer Mateyo Kaluba said it a plus for the […]
By Golden Chewe Former boxing star Kennedy Kanyanta has paid tribute to the late boxing icon Anthony ‘Preacher-man’ Mwamba who has died at the age of 61. Mwamba, a retired boxer, was also a coach and director at Exodus Boxing Promotion. Mwamba died on Thursday morning at Levy Mwanawasa Hospital in Lusaka after an illness. […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE A 46-year-old living made has allegedly committed suicide from her employer’s home in Lusaka’s Olympia Township. Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo said the employer of the victim said that her maid identified as Anastasia Mulenga discovered dead when she had gone to check on her after noticing that she was not responding to […]
CHINOYI CHIPULU Napsa Stars assistant coach Geoffrey Hamakwende says his team will bounce back to winning ways after extending their winless run to three matches. On Wednesday the Pensioners drew 2-all against Forest Rangers at Woodlands Staduim. Prior to the draw against Forest, Naspa had lost 1-0 to Lumwana Radiants in Solwezi before drawing with […]
By Peter Auf der Heyde On Sunday, Liverpool and Manchester United played to a goalless draw in a top-of-table clash in the Premier League. This Sunday, Mohamed Salah and Marcus Rashford clubs meet again in Manchester in the FA Cup fourth round. Few will argue with the point that the North West Derby is one […]
By ALICE NACHILEMBE The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) says ZCCM-IH has the capacity to efficiently operate Mopani Copper Mines. IDC Group CEO Mateyo Kaluba said the mining company’s Board of Directors and Management would be competent enough to professionally run the newly acquired mine. “In terms of our confidence that the mine will be professionally […]
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