CHOMBA MUSIKA, Milenge ZAMBIANS have been advised to be wary of politicians who promise to solely solve their problems if ushered into office because such are unrealistic leaders who never even speak positively about the country.President Edgar Lungu said the electorate should not be cheated by some contenders in the August 12 general elections that […]
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Lungu warns about know-it-all politicians
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Lafarge approves final dividend
NKOLE MULAMBIA, MARY PHIRI Lusaka, Ndola LAFARGE Cement Zambia Plc shareholders have approved a final dividend of K0.25 per share for the financial year ended December 31, 2020.The shareholders approved the dividend at the firm’s 29th annual general meeting held on Monday.Company secretary Mbesuma Chibuye said the payment of the approved dividend will be done […]
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Chikwanda still optimistic
MULWANDA LUPIYA,ELIZABETH CHATUVELA, Chambishi, Lusaka WITH Mufulira Wanderers and City of Lusaka lurking,Chambishi know that there is no further room for error if they are to end their 11-year stay in the lower ranks.The 1-0 defeat suffered at the hands of fellow promotionchasing Kafue Celtic on Wednesday has put pressure on the Kalulushi-based side to […]
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Rainbow shines on PF
DIANA CHIPEPO, Lusaka BELIEVING that changing government for expediency may hamper development, Rainbow Party has partnered with the Patriotic Front (PF) to ensure that President Edgar Lungu easily sails through the August 12 general elections. Rainbow Party first deputy secretary general Robert Chikwelete says the PF is the only political organisation which has the capacity […]
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Rallies off, polls on
PRISCILLA MWILA, Lusaka AMID indecision by some political parties over holding rallies, the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has suspended such gatherings in view of escalating COVID-19 cases but elections will be held as scheduled. And Inspector General of Police Kakoma Kanganja has warned that politicians who will defy ECZ’s ban on rallies will be […]
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Anti-GBV Act not adequate
FELIX NKINKE, Lusaka A FEW weeks after the arrest of a sexual offender they had reported,Sofia (Not real name) and her mother spotted the man walking freely in the neighbourhood.He had been released from police custody pending investigations.What transpired for him to be free is not known to date. And the case, as serious as […]
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FRA should be early
KALONDE NYATI, Lusaka POLICY Monitoring and Research Centre (PMRC) has called on the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) to enter the market early to meet its target of buying between 500,000 and one million tonnes of maize.The think tank believes this is one way the agency can protect vulnerable farmers from some private buyers who may […]
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That’s the way to go
THE suspension of all political rallies by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) following the continued rise in COVID-19 cases was inevitable. We expect every well- meaning Zambian to welcome the decision. Most importantly, we expect all political parties to abide by the suspension.Reports are there to show that COVID-19 cases have been on the […]
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Nkana smell chance
ELIZABETH CHATUVELA, Lusaka NAPSA Stars’ 2-1 loss to Lumwana Radiants on Wednesday was celebrated in many places away from Woodlands Stadium.While the win boosted Lumwana’s own slim chances of avoiding the drop, Nkana,Indeni, Young Green Eagles,Nkwazi, Power Dynamos and Prison Leopards must have all been happy with the outcome of the match.The strange nature of […]
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FDD resolves to back Lungu, Luo
ALEX NJOVU, Lusaka THE Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) will support President Edgar Lungu and his running mate, Nkandu Luo, in the general elections because they have the prerequisite experience to run the country. FDD president Edith Nawakwi says President Lungu and Prof Luo have the interest of Zambians at heart. She said this […]
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A good day for Mosi
ZIO MWALE, Lusaka DOES Mumba Yachi drink? You probably have to ask him again. Of course no-one is talking about water here. Or some soft drinks. Mumba Yachi was among the many local stars who made an appearance at the refreshed new look of Mosi Premium Lager at Lusaka Polo Club recently. Other than Mumba […]
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Who else is joining Blades?
ELIZABETH CHATUVELA, Lusaka WITH one of the four available promotion slots to the Super League already taken by Konkola Blades, who did so with three games to spare, three other teams will be looking forward to follow suit sooner rather than later. Second-placed Kansanshi Dynamos will be confident of being among the three teams to […]
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Ephraim, Kings plan big
HELMA BWALYA,Lusaka GOSPEL singers Ephraim and Kings Malembe Malembe are next month scheduled to hold a concert dubbed Love Wave, which they say is aimed at demonstrating love amid this difficult time of the pandemic. Kings says said having experienced the first and second wave of the coronavirus, there is also a wave of love […]
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Farmers must benefit
GOVERNMENT’S decision to allow exportation of maize and mealie-meal to neighbouring countries is more good news to farmers who’ve been yearning to exploit the lucrative international market for a long time. “Coming to this year, we will allow a lot of exports of maize and mealie-meal. We will be measuring every quarter what will be […]
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COVID deaths rise
PRISCILLA MWILA, Lusaka AS the third wave of coronavirus intensifies, the number of COVID-19-related deaths in Zambia is rising rapidly with 13 fatalities recorded in the 48 hours preceding yesterday. On Wednesday, the country confirmed four deaths in Lusaka alone, while nine were recorded the previous day of which five were in Lusaka, three on […]
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Experimental expedition
ROBINSON KUNDA, Lusaka LOOKING at his selection, it is difficult to tell whether national team coach Milutin ‘Micho’ Sredojević is preparing for anything. After the disappointment of failing to make it to the Africa Cup of Nations, it is understandable if Micho goes back to the drawing board, as they say in the business. But […]
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ZNPHI outlines COVID overview
VIOLET MENGO,Lusaka WITH COVID-19 cases on the increase in the last two weeks, anxiety and concern have crept in the minds of many Zambians. This is particularly because Zambia will on August 12, 2021 go to the polls, and political parties are set to campaign and convince the voters. The pandemic has overwhelmed the healthcare […]
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Give children parental care
THE report of three children in Lusaka’s Kanyama Township reporting their parents to a human rights organisation for allegedly being denied food is sad and worrisome, and must be followed-up for a permanent resolution. The children, aged 14, 16 and 18 reported their father and step-mother to Concerned Citizens for Justice and Human rights, a […]
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1,164 cases, 6 deaths
KAPALA CHISUNKA, MWAPE MWENYA Lusaka WITH the third wave of COVID-19 building up, Zambia has recorded the highest number of coronavirus cases in a single day with 1,164 cases and six deaths in the 24 hours preceding yesterday. And Zambia Correctional Services has confirmed COVID-19 cases among inmates in Lusaka. The new cases were recorded […]
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‘Nipple assaulter could have sleep disorder
MIKE MUGALA, Lusaka BENSON Mwanjeleka, 34, the man of Chongwe who bit his wife’s nipple in his sleep, might have a sleeping disorder known as parasomnias, which might involve teeth grinding or jaw chewing, a psychotherapist has said. Benjamin Samusiko said there is a possibility that Mr Mwanjeleka has a sleeping disorder because the incident […]
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