Zambia Monitor https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Mopani Copper Mines licence area cleared, as six mining rights revoked by government Party leader, Banda, dismisses President Hichilema’s recent cabinet reshuffle as cosmetic Ex-MP, Banda, alleges politicization of Ncwala event, warns Hichilema against endorsement by alleged ‘PF rebels’ Danger! Zambia issues health alert over consuming fish from Kafue River, Mwambashi stream, others Mali’s army says it’s investigating soldiers accused of killing 24 civilians Zambia’s airborne mineral survey reaches 35.4% in zone A, expands national coverage by 9.5% Livestock ministry, Zambia National Service partner to boost cattle population, aims at 7 million by 2027 Ex-commerce minister, Sichinga, takes swipe at Hichilema administration Govt commits to strengthening food security, improving livelihood of smallholder farmers Catholic bishops urge racial reconciliation in response to South Africa–US land reform dispute Weather halts Copper Queens friendly, match to resume Sunday Manchester United fight back from 2-0 down to draw with Everton in dramatic clash Govt seeks eviction of alleged squatters from Zambia Army land in Chongwe Govt says over 60,000 patients currently on Anti-Retroviral drugs in Northern province, dismisses claims by Mwamba Nkana Water deploys bowsers as water crisis persists in Kitwe, Chambishi,  Kalulushi Govt explains ZESCO’s failures, Hichilema dumps Ministers, Perm Secs, as 15% duty on emeralds suspended. See our top 10 stories of the week Lusaka man faces 15 years jail term for allegedly defiling his 9-year-old daughter Why prophetess Lungu invited Yo Maps to album launch Chinese medical team hailed for advancing Zambia’s healthcare standards Constitutional Court upholds President Hichilema’s power in dismissing Lt. Col. Mpashi from Defence Force Massive shakeup in govt, as President Hichilema makes ministerial changes, terminating multiple key appointments (See list) Govt calls on labour unions to propose changes to trade regulations Socialist party claims it has better plans for Zambia’s agriculture. Here’s why Home Zambia intensifies surveillance to combat antimicrobial resistance in all health facilities Golden Party leader, Silavwe, calls for debt swap, tax cuts to boost economy World Bank reports persistently high levels of poverty, inequality in Zambia; sees bright future in energy transition minerals Govt urges businesses to prepare for local content bill Zambia’s prison audit shows 16% of inmates are awaiting trial, often held in cells with criminals BoZ governor, Kalyalya, says battle against inflation a collective one, blames exchange rate fluctuations, food shortages Association defends support for suspension of 15% export duty on precious stones Zambia weighs in on impact of U.S. $600 million aid freeze, as authorities await details Public institutions in Kitwe, Kalulushi, Chiambishi temporarily shutdown due to water contamination Speaker of Parliament, Mutti, says court to determine fate of lawmakers accused of cross carpeting With over 28,000 inmates, Zambia launches mobile courts to tackle prison congestion, enhance access to justice African Union endorses Nigeria as AfCFTA digital trade champion PF member, Muchemwa, seeks to upturn his conviction for corruption, approaches court for retrial Ex-Lusaka minister, Lusambo, seeks dismissal of ACC’s asset forfeiture case, maintains innocence Activist, Kearns, calls for environmental crime unit in Zambia police Nkana Water suspends supplies to Kitwe over suspected contamination of Kafue River Govt under fire for suspending 15% export duty on precious stones Trident FC reshuffles coaching staff, appoints Chilufya as head coach Chief Whip Mulusa states conditions under which opposition lawmakers will be allowed to table discussions on cost of living Govt speaks on health status of ex-president Lungu, former minister Nawakwi Climate change worsening gender-based violence in Zambia, says Vice President Nalumango PF stalwart, Mwamba, AIPAC , slam UPND ministers for abandoning parliamentary debate on high cost of living G20 foreign ministers meet first time in Africa. US absent, alleges host nation, South Africa, anti-American National Road Fund Agency reportedly earns K4 billion, exceeds 2024 toll collection target Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia collaborate on seamless customs integration ‘Mopani CEO has crossed the red line,’ Kankoyo lawmaker, Mabeta, threatens to treat him as a political opponent