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260 suspected scammers arrested in pan-African cybercrime operation, says INTERPOL

Authorities in 14 African countries have reportedly arrested 260 suspects and seized 1,235 electronic devices in a coordinated international operation against cyber-enabled crime. ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 28, 20250

Lifestyle

St Maiko withdraws from 2025 Kwacha Music Awards after nomination into humanitarian category, gives reasons

Zambian reggae musician, Michael Zulu, popularly known as St Maiko, has been nominated in the Humanitarian category at the 2025 Kwacha Music Awards. ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 28, 20250

Lifestyle

Ba Matero scoops six awards, drives away in brand-new Toyota Hilux

It was a night of history, laughter, and triumph as comedian Francis Nyundwe, popularly known as Ba Matero, stole the spotlight at the ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 28, 20250

Economy

Musokotwane unveils tax reliefs, duty reforms to spur local industries in 2026 budget

Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, on Friday tabled far-reaching tax and duty reforms in the 2026 National Budget, aimed at stimulating ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 27, 20250

Metro

Govt unveils 2026 budget, as Zambia’s inflation rate continues trending downwards. See our top 10 stories of the week.

In case you missed them, here are our top 10 stories of the week 1. Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 27, 20250

Tech

Techbytes: Zimbabwe moves to formalize digital economy, plans to tax e-hailing, Airbnb services

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) will bring ride-hailing and Airbnb operators into the tax net from 2026, as the country joins a growing ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 27, 20250

Economy

Kwacha strengthens on back of record trade durplus

The Zambian Kwacha received a notable boost in the currency market following the release of August trade data showing a dramatic surge in ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 27, 20250

Economy

Finance minister, Musokotwane, presents Zambia’s record-breaking K253.1 billion budget ahead of 2026 polls

Finance and National Planning Minister, Situmbeko Musokotwane, has presented a record-breaking national budget of K253.1 billion for 2026, a fiscal plan that not ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 26, 20250

Tech

Techbytes: See which African country has just moved to strengthen innovation ecosystem with new draft bill (TechAfrica)

The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has announced the launch of nationwide validation workshops for the Draft Innovation and Start-Up Bill. ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 25, 20250

Lifestyle

Artistes hold candlelight vigil for comedian Mwape, fondly known as Mwine Mushe

The Lusaka Playhouse was filled with emotion and solidarity on Wednesday night as artistes, fans, and members of the creative community gathered for ...

By Bumba MulengaSeptember 25, 20250

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