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Govt moves to douse tension, asks citizens to resist pointing accusing fingers as Lungu’s body set to arrive for burial

Chief Government Spokesperson, Cornelius Mweetwa, has described the late former President Edgar Lungu’s legacy as one of strong leadership and national unity. Speaking ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Economy

U.S., Zambian joint venture to invest in Mwinilunga copper mine

U.S.-based Metalex Commodities and Zambian-owned Terra Metals Limited have entered into a joint venture agreement to establish Lunda Resources, a new company that ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Economy

Sino Metals to bear costs as Zambian govt takes over assessment of Kafue, Chambeshi River pollutions

The Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) has taken over responsibility for conducting an environmental assessment following the pollution of the Kafue River, Mwambashi ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Metro

Zambia, Zimbabwe sign pact to strengthen regulation of medical products

The Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA) and the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) have signed a bilateral agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Power and Politics

Police warn against disorder ahead of arrival of Lungu’s body on Wednesday

The Zambia Police has warned citizens against any acts of lawlessness, violence, or disorder as the country prepares to receive and mourn the ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Economy

ZEMA reportedly approves 259 projects worth over $834 million

The Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) has reportedly approved 259 development projects valued at over US$834 million, reinforcing its commitment to driving economic ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Economy

Zambian manufacturers propose inclusion of payment timelines, dispute mechanism in road fund bill

The Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM) has called for the inclusion of clear payment timelines and a dispute resolution mechanism to strengthen accountability ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Metro

Chinese businessman arrested in Lusaka over alleged $55,000 fake gold scam

Police in Lusaka have arrested Chinese businessman Liang Qi, 45, for allegedly obtaining US $55,000 by false pretences. Liang is being held at Kanyama Police Station ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Catholic Church slams constitutional reforms for reportedly lacking in integrity, inclusivity, legitimacy

The Catholic Church has warned that the lack of transparency in Zambia’s delimitation process and the absence of enforcement mechanisms for inclusion risk ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

Economy

Minister Nzovu unveils new WARMA board, calls for stiffer penalties, faster permits in water sector reforms

The government has unveiled a new Board for the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA), with a strong directive to intensify the fight against ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAJune 17, 20250

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