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Economy

Indeni Energy seeks $250 million to fully become operational

The Zambian government has announced that Indeni Energy requires approximately US$250 million to become fully operational, with US$100 million needed for working capital ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Power and Politics

Govt approves CCTV, NGO bills for introduction in parliament

The Zambian Cabinet has approved the publication and introduction of two key bills in Parliament: the Closed-Circuit Television Public Protection Bill, 2025 and ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Metro

KCM, HELSB say 64 student loans awarded to outstanding scholars for 2025 scholarship year

The Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board (HELSB) and Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) Plc have reportedly awarded student loans to 64 academically exceptional ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

International

Fears mount over escalation of conflict in South Sudan, as Uganda deploys special forces to capital amid rising tensions

Uganda has deployed special forces to South Sudan’s capital, Juba, to help President Salva Kiir “secure it,” Uganda’s military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Metro

Police hunt for driver after fatal hit-and-run accident on Great North road

Two pedestrians have died after being hit by a vehicle in a hit-and-run accident along Great North Road near Novare Mall, opposite Petroda ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Power and Politics

UPND defends proposed constitutional reforms, accuses opposition of distorting govt intentions

UPND Media Director, Mark Simuuwe, has accused the opposition of engaging in emotional blackmail and speculation over the timeframe for constitutional amendments. Speaking ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Power and Politics

EFF rejects Hichilema’s claim of public support for constitutional amendments

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has dismissed President Hakainde Hichilema’s assertion that Zambians have agreed to the proposed constitutional amendments. EFF president, Kasonde ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Metro

Livingstone couple arrested for attempted child smuggling at Victoria falls border

The Zambian Department of Immigration has apprehended a Livingstone couple for attempting to smuggle three Zimbabwean children, aged between four and 12, into ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Power and Politics

Govt targets 2.5 million children in expanded school health programme by 2028

The government has announced that the School Health Programme is set to reach over 2.5 million children across all 10 provinces by 2028. ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

Tonse Alliance, govt trade tackles over planned nationwide protests against rumoured constitutional amendments

The Tonse Alliance has notified Inspector General of Police, Graphael Musamba, of its plans to stage nationwide protests against proposed constitutional amendments. In ...

By AUGUSTINE SICHULAMarch 11, 20250

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