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08/02/2025

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07/02/2025

‘WHY ME’ Sentenced

By Angela Limwanya

FRANCIS KAPWEPWE commonly known as WHY ME has been sentenced to twelve months imprisonment with hard labour on both counts, from the date of his arrest.

This is in a case where, KAPWEPWE was accused of expressing hatred for persons because of tribe and for hate speech.

In passing judgment, Livingstone Magistrate, THABITA MULENGA-MULEYA said the convict will serve the two sentences concurrently.

And his legal representative, ANTHONY BWALYA of KBF and partners has told journalists in an interview that his team is happy with the judgement.

Mr. BWALYA said the legal representation is happy to have been of service devoid of political influence.
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07/02/2025

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03/02/2025

Man 75, defiles girl, 13
…. The victim is said to have an intellectual disability condition

By Ruth Kambita

A 75-year-old man of Mtendere Township has been detained for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl with a condition of intellectual disability.

The incident is said to have occurred around 15:00 hours at Edward Phiri's residence, now the suspect.

It is alleged that the victim’s parents at some point were Mr Phiri's tenants until January 22, 2025 when they moved out to a nearby house within Mtendere Township and the victim who still has friends at her former residence regularly visits their old house to see her friends.

And Yesterday around 15:00 hours, the victim decided to visit her friends at her former house and Mr Phiri upon seeing her, decided to divert her by sending her to buy him ci******es at a nearby shop and gave her an instruction to put the ci******es in his house once back.

The victim delivered the ci******es and the suspect allegedly took advantage of the lone and quiet environment and pounced on her, by forcefully having unlawful carnal knowledge of her.

Confirming the incident, Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga says Mr Phiri later promised to give her money and asked her not to reveal anything to anyone.

"The victim came out of Mr. Phiri's house crying which attracted the attention of her close friend who was passing by whom upon inquiry she narrated the whole ordeal to her and who later informed her parents who in turn reported the matter to the police," Mr Hamoonga said.

He said a Medical Report Form was issued to the victim to access Medical attention and has been certified to be consistent with the allegation.

03/02/2025

Cholera cases surge on the Copperbelt

By Grace Matandiko

Minister of Health,. Elijah Muchima, has announced that the Copperbelt has continued to record new cholera cases with one confirmed case in the last 24 hours .

Giving a daily update today at Ndola Teaching Hospital , Dr. Muchima highlighted the latest figures and ongoing interventions aimed at containing the disease.

"Chililabombwe, particularly Kasumbalesa, has been the epicenter of the Copperbelt outbreak. In the past 24 hours, we have recorded one new cholera case with no death and five discharges. We therefore have 11 patients in admission in the Cholera Treatment Centre (CTC)," he stated.

According to Dr. Muchima Ndola and Chingola each have two patients in admission, bringing the total number of cholera cases admitted in the province to 15. In Muchinga Province, two patients are currently receiving treatment in Nakonde, bringing the total number of cases admitted countrywide to 17.

He noted that most of the patients are not residents of Chililabombwe or Kasumbalesa but traders from other towns who live in makeshift containers without proper sanitary facilities.

"There is no proper waste management system in place, and as such, most of the waste generated in the area is thrown indiscriminately around and within the storm water drainages," he explained.

Dr. Muchima said government will improve water and sanitation facilities in the affected areas.

"I am glad to announce that we are going to drill 10 boreholes in the affected areas for our people to have access to clean drinking water," Dr. Muchima said.

He added that water tests conducted since his arrival revealed contamination with human waste, and as a result, shallow wells in the area have been ordered to be buried immediately.

Further, the Health Minister announced the strengthening of healthcare response in Chililabombwe by deploying a new ambulance and installing an industrial laundry machine at Chililabombwe District Hospital.

"In order to have a big impact on community interventions, through UNICEF support, we will increase the number of community-based volunteers to 150 from 50. We thank UNICEF for this extra support of 100 community workers," he added.

The Ministry of Health has also prioritized vaccination efforts to curb the spread of the disease. "Vaccination remains a cornerstone of our cholera response strategy.

“ We have initiated discussions with WHO, Gavi, and other partners in order to address the outbreak in the province. Training to prepare our facilities have also started," Dr. Muchima stated.

A total of 129,000 doses of the Oral Cholera Vaccine have been allocated for Chililabombwe, with the vaccination campaign set to commence on Friday. In the meantime, community sensitization efforts have already begun.

Dr. Muchima reminded the public of the dangers of cholera, emphasizing that it is a highly infectious disease caused by consuming contaminated food or water. "Cholera can lead to severe dehydration and, if left untreated, can be fatal," he warned.

03/02/2025

Motorists stuck on Mufulira - Mokambo road

By Sanfrossa Mberi

Some motorists have expressed distress over difficulties in accessing the Mufulira - Mokambo road which has continued to pose significant challenges in the rain season despite rehabilitation works going on.

Vehicles have for some days now been getting stuck along the road due to heavy mud caused by a downpour, that Mufulira District and the Copperbelt Province has continued to record.

Some motorists spoken to by the Real Times, especially truck drivers en route to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have complained that the situation has made their work difficult as they are unable to deliver their cargo on time due to the state of the road.

Others said that they have been stuck on the road for more than two days because their trucks cannot move at a faster speed as the road gets slippery.

" We are calling on the government to find a temporary solution as we wait for the road works to be concluded.

" This stretch is not even supposed to take more than one hour driving but we are now taking more than four hours," they said.

The Government, through the Road Development Agency (RDA) has been undertaking holding maintenance works on the Mufulira-Mokambo Road so that it is motorable during the rainy season.

And the Government on 15th November 2024 signed a Concession Agreement with Jasworld Ports Limited for the construction of the Mufulira-Mokambo Road, the urban dual carriageway and Border infrastructure at Mokambo in Mufulira District on the Copperbelt.

03/02/2025

Water infrastructure inadequate in Masaiti , Mpongwe- activist

By Grace Matandiko

Development activist and former Students Union leader Mumba Tebulu has called for urgent installation of adequate water infrastructure to ensure residents of Masaiti and Mpongwe Districts fully benefit from the multimillion-dollar Kafulafuta Water Supply Project.

The Kafulafuta Water Dam, located on the boundary of Masaiti and Mpongwe, is ready for commissioning, according to Minister of Water Development Collins Nzovu.

The dam is expected to supply water to Masaiti, Mpongwe, Luanshya, and Mufulira.

However, Mr. Tebulu warns that some communities, particularly in Masaiti, may not receive water due to a lack of proper water infrastructure.

"I'm aware that President Hakainde Hichilema will soon come to commission the Kafulafuta Water Supply Project in our area, Masaiti District. This dam is supposed to supply water to Masaiti, Mpongwe, Luanshya, and Mufulira, but some of our people won't see a drop of water in Masaiti," Mr.Tebulu said.

He emphasized that many residents live close to the dam but cannot access clean water because they are not connected to the Kafubu Water Supply and Sanitation network.

"We are asking the government to ensure that people in Masaiti have water pipes or water infrastructure," he urged.

Mr. Tebulu further highlighted that Masaiti’s water infrastructure is outdated and inadequate, making access to safe drinking water a challenge.

"Currently, the water supply infrastructure in Masaiti is inadequate and outdated. Our people have suffered for many years due to lack of water in Masaiti District," he stated.

Access to clean and safe drinking water remains a major challenge in Ndola rural, which consists of Masaiti, Mpongwe, and Lufwanyama districts.

03/02/2025

Works at Linda Mini Hospital to resume

By Andrew Mukoma

Construction at the Linda Mini Hospital in Nansanzu Ward, Livingstone, which has been stalled for nearly a decade, will resume once the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for its completion is approved.

Livingstone Mayor Constance Muleabai announced that the project's delay was primarily due to the withdrawal of financial support from the initial donors, which caused construction efforts to come to a sudden halt.

Ms. Muleabai stated that since then, the works have remained unfinished, leaving the building referred to as a "white elephant"—a term often used for abandoned structures.

However, she noted that the project has now received approval for funding under the 2025 Constituency Development Fund (CDF). "Currently, preparations are underway for the Bill of Quantities for all projects approved for funding this year, including the Linda Mini Hospital," she said.

"We firmly believe that once this vital health facility is completed, it will significantly alleviate congestion at surrounding healthcare centers and enhance service delivery across Livingstone," Ms. Muleabai added.

Furthermore, the Constituency Development Fund, if implemented transparently and accountability with prioritization of community participation, has the potential to improve many lives and livelihoods.
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03/02/2025

Petauke woman drowns while crossing stream

By Ruth Kambita

A 33-year-old woman from Kalando Village in Chief Mumbi area of Petauke District in Eastern Province has tragically lost her life after drowning in Nyamasasa stream on February 1, 2025.
The incident occurred around 16:00 hours, shortly after the woman, identified as Ireen Phiri, had attempted to cross the flooded stream.

According to Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba, Ms. Phiri had earlier on that day left her three-month-old baby sleeping at home and walked to Mumbi Sub Centre.

Having crossed Nyamasasa stream earlier in the day, she was unaware of the rising water levels when she began the return journey to her village in the afternoon. Upon reaching the stream around 16:00 hours, Ms. Phiri found that the water had risen and flooded the bridge.

Several people were reportedly waiting for the water to subside before attempting to cross. Despite warnings from others to wait for the water to go down, Ms. Phiri decided to cross the stream, disregarding the advice of those around her.

Unfortunately, as she crossed the flooded bridge, she was swept away by the fast-moving current and was dragged into the stream, where she drowned before anyone could reach her.

"The Scene was visited by Police Officers. Nyamasasa Bridge trapped in the reeds. On physical inspection the body was found intact with a bulged tummy. No foul play was suspected," said Mr. Mweemba.

Mr. Mweemba further said the body was handed over to the relatives for burial, adding that the grave would be marked in case of anything.

03/02/2025

Three injured in clash over stolen cow

By Ruth Kambita

A violent altercation in Petauke District of Eastern Province has left three men injured after they attempted to retrieve a stolen cow.

The incident occurred on the evening of February 1, 2025, when a group of villagers from Kulema Village clashed with those of Yumba Village.

The three injured men, identified as Simon Tembo, Moses Mwale, and Joseph Tembo, were wounded during the confrontation after they went to Yumba Village to recover a cow that had been stolen from their community.

According to Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba, on January 31, 2025, 25-year-old Gideon Phiri of Kulema Village discovered that his cow had been stolen. Phiri then enlisted the help of his fellow villagers to search for the missing animal.

On February 1, 2025, around 12:00 hours, Chiseche Phiri, a fellow villager, located the cow tied to a tree in Yumba Village and returned to Kulema to inform others.

Around 19:00 hours the same day, a group of more than 25 men from Kulema Village traveled to Yumba Village with the intention of recovering the cow. However, their presence in Yumba Village was misunderstood by the local residents, leading to a violent confrontation.

During the clash, the villagers from Yumba attacked the Kulema men, using a variety of weapons including hoes, knives, and sticks. Simon Tembo and two others were seriously injured in the attack.

Mr. Mweemba who disclosed that people have deserted Yumba in fear of the authorities said a medical report form was issued to Simon Tembo who was badly injured.

"Male Simon Tembo added that Male Moses Mwale remained in Yumba Village badly injured. Male Win Joseph Tembo was stabbed in the Stomach, open Stomach with intestines outside, with Multiple Cuts on the head. The body was dumped in the bush," said Mr. Mweemba.

Meanwhile, Mr. Mweemba said a manhunt has been launched to bring to book the people of Yumba village.

03/02/2025

Stakeholders urged to accept UN Rapporteur's findings

By Andrew Mukoma

Human rights champion and democracy specialist, Ngande Mwanajiti has urged stakeholders and the general public to embrace the recent findings of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the state of human rights and democracy in Zambia.

The UN Special Rapporteur’s report, released earlier this week, outlines key observations on Zambia's human rights record, governance, and democracy.

Among its findings, the report highlights significant progress in some areas, such as increased political freedoms and the protection of civil liberties under the current administration.

However, it also draws attention to ongoing challenges, including concerns about press freedom, the independence of the judiciary, and the treatment of human rights defenders.

And commenting on the matter, Mr. Mwanajiti emphasized that, similar to a court verdict, not all parties would be satisfied with the outcome.

He highlighted that a Special Rapporteur operated within a framework of professionalism, and her report and interactions should be respected.

"It is important for everyone to accept her findings, as they reflect emotional strongholds that must be respected in any democracy. Like a court verdict, it is unlikely that all parties will be pleased with the results. What matters is that these findings address emotional concerns that must be respected in a democratic society. They highlight dissent, which should be handled with reason," Mr. Mwanajiti said.

Mr. Mwanajiti pointed out that while it was essential to acknowledge strong emotions, it was different to incorporate them into state policy.

He expressed concern about the tendency to elevate political advocacy to the level of human rights issues.

"I call upon Zambians, as well as opposition parties and the government, to fully embrace the rule of law, as Zambia is governed by laws. For example, the controversial Public Order Act is currently under review, and I expect all stakeholders to play a supportive role during this process," said Mr. Mwanajiti.

He added that the path of civility, which fosters dialogue, was crucial and should be embraced by all Zambians.

29/01/2025

Eastern Province at verge of being cut off

By Chida Sakala

Eastern Province is at the verge of being cut off from the rest of the country as Mambwe Calvert of Rufunsa District collapses.

When Real Times visited the scene early this morning, there was a queue of vehicles waiting to have a way through one after the other while maintaining a single lane.

Fear was an emotion that was visibly seen on the faces of onlookers and passengers that were asked to disembark from big public transports as power tools.

Officers from the Zambia Police Chongwe Police traffic were on high gear in controlling the movement of motorists while engineers from the Road Development Agency RDA from both Rufunsa District and Lusaka worked vigorously in accessing the extent of the culverts' damage.

This is a developing story follow the real Times Digital Newspaper for details this evening.

25/01/2025

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25/01/2025

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17/01/2025

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08/01/2025

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08/01/2025

Founder and Chairman of Camnet TV Pastor Moses Chiluba has died .
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Chairman, Pastor Moses Chiluba. A pillar of faith, leadership, and inspiration, Pastor Chiluba has gone to be with the Lord. His unwavering dedication to the CAMNET TV vision and his profound impact on countless lives will forever be remembered.

We ask for your prayers and support for the family, Team Camnet TV, and everyone whose lives he touched during this difficult time. Further details will be shared in due course.

May his soul rest in eternal peace."

07/01/2025

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