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Economy

PIA eyes faith-based groups, local organisations to widen insurance coverage

The Pensions and Insurance Authority (PIA) says it plans to partner with community-based organisations and religious groups to expand insurance access among rural ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 4, 20260

Uphold ethics, independence — Mweetwa urges media

Information and Media Minister, Cornelius Mweetwa, has called on journalists to uphold professionalism, independence, and ethical standards in their reporting as Zambia joins ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 3, 20260

Metro

Government launches construction of Livingstone cancer hospital

The government has begun constructing the Livingstone Cancer Diseases Hospital, a project officials say will significantly expand access to specialised cancer care in ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 3, 20260

Lifestyle

Kidist Kifle challenges Zambia Association of Musicians over handling of ‘Budget’ controversy

Kidist Kifle has criticised the Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) and artiste B Flow over their handling of concerns surrounding “Budget,” the new ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 3, 20260

Sports

Esther Phiri retires, calls time on trailblazing boxing career

Zambian boxing icon, Esther Phir, has announced her retirement, closing a pioneering career that transformed women’s boxing and inspired a generation of young ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 3, 20260

Lifestyle

Association says moves made to effect edits on Yo Maps controversial ‘budget’ video

The Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) has acknowledged public concern over scenes in the latest music video by Yo Maps Yo, saying it ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 2, 20260

Lifestyle

Rick Ross Zambia show sparks currency debate in Malawi

American rap star Rick Ross’s performance in Zambia has ignited widespread debate in Malawi, with many social media users arguing that the ticket ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 2, 20260

Lifestyle

Two Zambian films set for powerful dual premiere

A compelling night of film and social reflection is set to unfold on May 9, 2026 as two thought-provoking productions, Takerz and Death ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 2, 20260

Mobility Africa

Stanbic Bank says efficiency, not infrastructure, will define Africa’s next phase of trade corridors

Stanbic Bank says Africa’s transport corridors will only deliver economic value if countries prioritize operational efficiency over infrastructure expansion, as rising regional trade ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 2, 20260

Govt, Lungu family barred from accessing ECL’s corpse, as Gonzales bashes successive Zambian govts. See our top 10 stories of the week

In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. The Pretoria High Court has ordered that any ...

By Bumba MulengaMay 2, 20260

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