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11/06/2024

Malawi vice president and others die in a plane crush.details coming.

01/06/2024

POLICE in Lusaka have gunned down four suspected armed criminals who include a 44-year-old former police reserve officer.

The former reserve police officer was identified as Felix Mwanja of Makeni Villa.

In a statement, police deputy spokesperson Danny Mwale said the suspects, who were using a Toyota IST bearing registration number AIC 3824 which was covered with mud, fired at Police officers who intercepted them around 01:00 hours along 70-70 road in Kanyama compound area.

He said officers responded with equal force which resulted in the four suspects sustaining fatal gunshot wounds.

"They were rushed to the University Teaching Hospital where they were all pronounced dead," he said.

Mr Mwale said police recovered a shotgun with five rounds of ammunitions among other offensive weapons.

He said the motor vehicle has been impounded for further investigations.

"On May 31, 2024 around 15:00 hours, Police recorded a report of aggravated robbery were suspected armed criminals attacked a named shop owner in Lusaka's Mungule area. The same suspecs, while armed with a shortgun and other offensive weapons, are also alleged to have attacked another shop owner in Garden compound where undisclosed amount of money and groceries were stolen," he said.

Mr Mwale said the same gang of suspects is alleged to have attacked a 22-year-old Indian National of Makeni Villa and robbed him of money amounting to K47,000.

He said the incident is said to have occurred on September 21, 2023 around 16:00 hours along Castle road in Makeni area.

"The four bodies are in the mortuary awaiting for formal identification, postmortem and burial.Investigations have heightened," he said.

27/05/2024

LUMEZI Member of Parliament, Munir Zulu, has been apprehended.

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Mr Zulu was taken into custody at Maina Soko Military Hospital, where Petauke Member of Parliament, Emmanuel Jay Banda, is currently admitted and receiving treatment following his alleged abduction.

Although details of the apprehension are scant, Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu confirmed that Mr Zulu has been detained.

He criticized Mr Zulu’s behavior as irresponsible and unbecoming.

“It is irresponsible for Munir Zulu to behave the way he did. There are laws in this country, and as a leader, he should abide by them instead of constantly finding himself on the wrong side of the law. His behavior is unbecoming. This country is home to many people, and any Zambian is free to reside in any part of the country. I appeal to Zambians not to listen to such leaders,” Mr Mwiimbu said.

The Minister further urged Zambians to remain peaceful and not be swayed by inflammatory statements.

Mr Mwiimbu said statements promoting division and hate speech, particularly those targeting specific tribes or regions, are unacceptable.

During a press briefing yesterday, Mr Zulu allegedly made a divisive statement targeting a certain tribe, which has been widely condemned on social media.

(Mwebantu, Monday, May 27th, 2024)

LUMEZI Member of Parliament, Munir Zulu, has been apprehended.
Mr Zulu was taken into custody at Maina Soko Military Hospital, where Petauke Member of Parliament, Emmanuel Jay Banda, is currently admitted and receiving treatment following his alleged abduction.
Although details of the apprehension ...

22/05/2024

THOMAS SIPALO IS NEW UKA NATIONAL YOUTH CHAIRPERSON
22/05/24

The United Kwacha Alliance, UKA Council of Presidents (CoP) has appointed Mr. Thomas Sipalo as the new UKA National Youth Chairperson with immediate effect.

On behalf of the Council of Presidents, UKA Chairperson Sakwiba Sikota SC, Presidents Harry Kalaba and Jackson Silavwe welcomed Mr. Sipalo into the leadership of the people's movement.

Signed:
Silavwe Jackson
Chairperson Commmuications
United Kwacha Alliance-UKA

06/05/2024

Congratulations Maza.

27/04/2024

CEO Jason Mwanza was in Kenya for a meeting with the Safaricom Group CEO to explore possible areas of engagement and collaboration in a continued effort towards driving Zamtel’s transformation.
Safaricom is the largest telecommunication provider in Kenya and one of the most profitable companies in the East and Central African region.
Zamtel aim to benchmark the quality of our service and operations against trendsetters in the region and on the continent.

23/04/2024

Three "kamangas" and Siame Arrested by DEC

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𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄

𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐃𝐄𝐂) 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐀𝐙) 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐊𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚.

𝐿𝑢𝑠𝑎𝑘𝑎, 𝑇𝑢𝑒𝑠𝑑𝑎𝑦 23𝑟𝑑 𝐴𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑙, 2024.

The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has arrested and jointly charged two (2) Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Officials and two (2) other individuals for money laundering offenses. The suspects apprehended are:
 Andrew Kamanga, FAZ President, aged 57, residing in Lusaka's Mimosa area,
 Reuben Kamanga, FAZ General Secretary, aged 52, residing in Lusaka's Makeni area,
 Madalitso Kamanga, aged 53, residing in Lusaka's Woodlands Chalala, and
 Jairous Siame, aged 44, residing in Lusaka's Mumbwa Road.

These individuals have been jointly charged with several offenses including:
 Obtaining money by false pretense contrary to Section 309 of the Penal Code Cap 87 of the Laws of Zambia.
 Obtaining pecuniary advantage by false pretense contrary to Section 309 (A) of the Penal Code.
 Conspiracy to defraud contrary to section 313 of the Penal Code.

DEC investigations revealed that the suspects while acting together obtained K341, 902.00 from the Government of the Republic of Zambia under false pretenses. This money was purportedly allocated as allowances for Madalitso Kamanga and Jairous Siame to attend the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The allowances were transferred into their personal accounts with each one (Madalitso and Jairous) getting K170, 951.00. Furthermore, the duo also obtained return tickets valued at K99,980.00.

It was discovered that the funds were disbursed to two individuals under the guise of being FAZ officials, necessitating their attendance with the advance party for AFCON.

22/04/2024

LUNGU DENIES OWNING PROPERTIES IN ESWATINI

By Darius Choonya

Former Republican President Edgar Lungu has denied owning properties in the Kingdom of Eswatini.

In a statement posted on his page, Mr. Lungu says he has read a report from the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) titled: “Swazi Secrets alleging that he owns a luxurious property in Eswatini."

Mr. Lungu, however, says during his official visit to Eswatini in 2018 as then president, the King - His Majesty Mswati III - during exchange of gifts, offered him a plot on which he proposed he could build a house, but he chose not to take it up particularly after the hullabaloo in Zambia, alleging that the gift was not declared.

Mr. Lungu says he has been compelled to respond to the allegations following a challenge by Housing and Infrastructure Minister, Charles Milupi, asking him to explain the source of the money for his investment or properties in Eswatini.

13/04/2024

SAD NEWS💔
Chipolopolo Legend Rainford Kalaba has been involved in a Road Accident and he is in a Crítical Condition according to information just received from those on the scene.
The an identified Lady he was with in the Car díed on the Spot along Kafue Road.

04/04/2024

Half time
Chelsea 2-2 Man U

24/03/2024

Induna Inete was killed by brothers-in-law, Police have revealed

A FAMILY dispute led to the murder of Mwangelwa Akapelwa, Induna Inete who was eventually shot dead by his brother-in-law last week, according to a police investigation.

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The Induna was buried four days ago after his body was discovered with fatal bullet wounds slampped in his vehicle within his compund in Mongu, Western Province.

Now, Police have arrested three of Induna Inete's brothers- in-law along with a witchdoctor in Mongu.

In a statement this morning, Zambia Police Service deputy spokesperson Danny Mwale revealed that four men including a jujuman had been detained in connection with the murder.

Mwale said a short gun believed to have been used to end Induna Inete's life had also been recovered.

"After thorough investigations, on March 22, 2024, around 23:00 hours, Police were able to trace the suspected killer, identified as Liswaniso Wamunyima aged 47 of Limulunga District. He was found hiding at a witch doctor's house in Mbuywana plots area in Mongu District," Mwale revealed.

"The 65-year-old witch doctor known as Limpo Chinyemba was also picked and arrested," he added.

After spending a few hours in the company of police officers, Liswaniso volunteered vital information that cracked the case wide open.

The murder weapon was with his young brother Lyamba Liswaniso aged 31 also of Limulunga District.

Police then arrested Lyamba together with his brother Masiliso Liswaniso aged 42 in connection with the murder and united the family behind bars.

Mwale said Induna Inete's murder was motivated by a family dispute although he did not give further details.

"The four suspects are detained in Police custody waiting to be formally charged," stated Mwale...https://kalemba.news/local/2024/03/24/induna-inete-was-killed-by-brothers-in-law-police-reveal/

By Buumba Mwitumwa

Kalemba March 24, 2023

19/03/2024

FIVE suspected criminals armed with machetes and a cutter have allegedly stolen cash money amounting to K38, 000 and property valued at K48, 800 from Pine View Guest House in Chipata District.

The Guest House is owned by Agriculture Minister Mtolo Phiri.

Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Limpo Liywalii said the incident happened on Saturday between 01:30 hours and 02:10 hours at the guest house.

Mr Liywali said Rueben Mtolo Phiri Junior 26 of room number 29 at Pine View Guest House reported that five criminals armed with machetes and a cutter attacked them in different rooms occupied by David Banda aged 46, Philemon Mwanza aged 32 and himself.

He said he criminals robbed them of cash money amounting to K38, 000 in additional to property valued at K48, 800 bringing the total to K86, 800.

“This was after they tied up the two security guards on both legs and hands,” he said.

Mr Liywali said no arrest or recovery made.

Meanwhile, another aggravated robbery been recorded in Lundazi at Indian Compound in which a business man Siraj Ugradar 47 reported that while he was out for prayers at the mosque his wife Aasiya Ugradar 40 was attacked by six unknown persons.

He said the criminals tied her legs up, sprayed unknown chemical into her eyes and later beat her up while demanding for money.

“The same later broke into a wardrobe in the bedroom and stole K100,000 plus two techno phones on the table valued at K10,000,Bringing the total value of property stolen to K 110,000,” he said.

11/03/2024

LATEST: Abusive step mom Longwe Ngosa jailed seven years simple imprisonment for battering her four year old step son.

08/03/2024

Happy women's day to all women.

06/03/2024

A 53-year-old retired Zesco employee has died by su***de.

The incident happened on March 4, 2024, around 19:00 hours in Ten Miles area.

The deceased, whose name has been withheld, took the step following a court ruling that ordered him and his wife to sell their jointly owned property, including their house, and share the proceeds equally.

In a statement, Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga said the couple had been separated for a month prior to the court ruling.

He said the local court's decision to finalise the divorce and distribute their assets reportedly prompted the deceased to attempt su***de.

Mr Hamoonga revealed that the victim sustained severe injuries from the attempt and was rushed to Matero Level One Hospital.

"Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries approximately 30 minutes after arrival.An inquiry file has been opened to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

As Zambia Police Service, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends affected by this unfortunate incident," Mr Hamoonga said.

We have refrained from providing detailed methods of the su***de to avoid potential harm or imitation. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, please seek help from a trusted individual or contact 116 for support.

02/03/2024

Police have disclosed that there is a scam in which fake mealie meal is being produced in Lusaka's Kamwala South Area. Investigations are ongoing...

02/03/2024

Congratulations to the new Zamtel CEO.

29/02/2024

THE Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has announced a downward adjustment in the prices of petrol, diesel, and jet A-I, bringing relief to consumers.

Effective midnight, petrol will be priced at K31.12 per litre, diesel at K28.78 per litre, and jet A-I at K28.23 per litre.

However, the price of kerosene will remain unchanged at K20.44 per litre.

The reduction in the prices have been attributed to the appreciation of the Kwacha which outweighed the increase in international oil prices therefore warranting a reduction in the domestic wholesale and pump prices of petroleum products.

ERB Board chairperson Reynolds Bowa said the price of kerosene has been maintained, adding that the decision on kerosene pricing will be reviewed consistent with the national supply and demand situation.

In a statement, Mr Bowa said over the review period, the Kwacha significantly appreciated against the United States Dollar.

“On average the exchange rate appreciated 14.4 percent. The appreciation was mainly attributed to interest rate hike by the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) and the directive that commercial banks hold back more funds in reserve. Furthermore, BoZ made available additional United States Dollars to the market,” he said.

Mr Bowa said the prices will come into effect at midnight and shall remain in effect until revised by the ERB.

He however said during the month of February the prices of oil on the international market increased.

Mr Bowa said the increase was mainly attributed to supply disruptions arising from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East which led to tightened supply of the commodity.

27/02/2024

JUST IN:

CHITAMBO DC DIES IN CAR CRASH

Cloud FM reports, Chitambo District Commissioner, Evans Chola, has died in a car accident.

Mr. Chola is said to have been enroute to Kabwe this morning for a Provincial Development Coordinating Committee Meeting, when he met his fate.

The police are yet to release a report on the matter.

24/02/2024

RED Arrows coach Chisi Mbewe says his team is not under pressure to face free scoring Mufulira Wanderers in today’s Week 22 Super League fixture.

It is Super League weekend once again and top of the bill encounter today will be leaders Red Arrows at home to Mufulira Wanderers who are coming from a 5-0 win over Zanaco last weekend.

Yesterday, Mbewe said his side is not under any pressure.

“We are not under pressure, we know what we want and our focus is on the goals and targets for this season,” Mbewe said.

He reminded Wanderers that Arrows are not Zanaco.

“We are not Zanaco,. What will be different will be the approach to the game. It wont be an easy game but the boys are ready,” Mbewe said.

In other matches, Nkana are at home to Forest Rangers in a match they will be welcoming their fans back to the Stadium while Green Buffaloes face Konkola Blades at Edwin Imboela Stadium in Lusaka.

Zanaco will be looking to recover from the 5-0 loss to Wanderers when they face Napsa Stars while MUZA play Green Eagles in Mazabuka.

19/02/2024

CHARITY KATANGA JAILED FOR THREE YEARS Former deputy Inspector General of Police Charity Katanga waves at journalists shortly before she was taken to a correctional facility where she will start serving her three-year jail term. Earlier today, Lusaka Chief Resident magistrate Davies Chibwili found Ms Katanga guilty of possession of 10 Higer Buses worth K26 million suspected of being proceeds of crime and jailed her for three years, simple imprisonment. The court found that the convict failed to prove that the buses in question were bought using legitimate sources.

13/02/2024

Airtel Clears air:
Airtel Commerce Country Director Andrew Chuma, says Airtel Zambia is not closing down .Mr Chuma dispelled rumors circulating on social media that the Campany failed to pay ZRA taxes.Mr Chuma assured all people keeping money in Airtel money accounts not to worry as their money is very safe.

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09/02/2024

JUST IN:

KAMBWILI 'EJECTED' FROM ZIMBABWE

By Dante Bwalya

Jailed politician, Dr. Chishimba Kabwili has been deported from Zimbabwe, days after he had crossed into that country to seek medical services.

According to Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Mwiimbu, says Dr. Kambwili was deported yesterday at midnight and entered Zambia via Chirundu Border.

Mr. Mwiimbu, who is on a tour of North-Western Province, discloses the embattled former Minister of Information is currently admitted to Maina Soko Hospital receiving treatment he attempted to seek outside the country.

For over a week the renowned politician who is serving a six-month prison sentence for hate speech, made headlines when he allegedly left the country illegally in his quest to seek specialist medical treatment abroad.

08/02/2024

Gary Neville on AFCON'S officiating: "The standards of officiating set by this year's AFCON are honestly staggering. It's like they invented it. The premier league and all of Europe have a lot of learning to do."

08/02/2024

FEAR has gripped students and management at Copperstone University campus in Kitwe after reports of a stray lion prowling the area.

Students are now living and learning in a state of unease.

The predator’s presence was first reported yesterday in a memo by the university acting registrar, sending a wave of fear through the university community.

“This serves to alert you that there is a loose lion in the vicinity, we urge you all to exercise causation and not stray away leaving the university premises. If you see or notice any suspicious, notify management,” the memo read in full.

"We're constantly looking over our shoulders, especially at night," said Mwila Mutale, a second-year student.

Management has assured students that they are taking the situation seriously.

The lion's presence has not only instilled fear but is likely to disrupt daily routines as student are avoiding certain areas of the campus, particularly at night.

Some have even opted to stay off campus altogether.

07/02/2024

Breaking New s..
All Schools to be opened on Monday 12th.

07/02/2024

GOVERNMENT DELEGATION INCLUDING WESTERN MPs HEADS TO MONGU TO MEET THE BRE

As the standoff continues between the Barotseland Royal Establishment (BRE) and the Government, the UPND is making frantic efforts to patch up a strained relationship by sending Members of Parliament and other senior Government officials who hail from Western Province to go and meet the BRE.

Sources in Mongu say, among the high profile figures being dispatched today on this Western "peace" mission includes Speaker of the National Assembly, Nelly Mutti.

Meanwhile, sources have told KBN TV that the BRE has welcomed the resignation of Mr. Clement Wanyae Sinyinda, former Prime Minister of Barotseland from the Teaching Service Commission. A "heroes" welcome has been planned for him on arrival in Mongu today, sources close to BRE have revealed.

Mr. Sinyinda announced that he had resigned saying he had expected President Hakainde Hichilema to have apologized to the Litunga, the Kuta and the People of Western Province when he said there was no country called Barotseland recently.

In a related development on Monday, a Medical Stores truck bashed the entrance to the Limulunga Palace of King Lubosi. The accident has attracted different sensitive interpretations within the Province, prompting the Provincial Permanent Secretary promising to bear the cost of repairing the entrance to the Palace.

However, the BRE has instructed the provincial administration to acknowledge the damage in writing and commit that Government would bear the cost of repairs.

06/02/2024

The JCTR* food basket survey has reported an increase in the cost of living for January 2024, compared to December 2023.

A family of 5 now needs at least K9,555.53 to purchase the basic needs and nutrition basket. This represents a K398.12 increase.

06/02/2024

CONTRACTOR ENGAGED BY CAROUSEL TRADING ALLEGEDLY PUNCTURES WATER PIPE

A contractor engaged by Carousel Trading Center to construct shops has allegedly punctured a water pipe which supplies water to nearby communities.

Lusaka Water and Sanitation Company Regional Community Development Officer Chishoma Musonda tells Diamond News that the utility company has written to Carousel to discontinue construction works.

Mr. Musonda adds that appropriate measures will be taken to ensure that the pipes are protected for better supply of the commodity to nearby areas.

When contacted by Diamond News, Carousel General Manager Hassan Koussan who admits the anomaly, saying the company will not construct on the site where the pipeline was punctured.

He however says the utility company had not informed Carousel Trading Center that the area they were constructing shops on had other pipe installations apart from the ones marked on the construction plan.

05/02/2024

🚨BREAKING

THINS FALL APART

𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋: 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐙 “𝐈𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥” 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐀𝐅𝐂𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

Monday, 5th February 2024
Wami Katanga | Bolla Zambia
Ndola, Zambia

Chipolopolo head coach Avram Grant has opened up about his dissatisfaction with the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ)’s travel and training arrangements in the build-up to the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.

Grant led the Chipolopolo to their first AFCON after a nine year absence with the nation’s road at the tournament ending at the first hurdle after finishing third in Group F.

The experienced 68-year old Israeli gaffer has since attributed the Chipolopolo’s early exit from the AFCON partly to the lackluster traveling arrangements by FAZ.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Israeli media outlet ONE, the former Chelsea boss praised his technical staff for having ensured to attain the required fitness for the players even with the poor pre-tournament arrangements made by FAZ.

“[The arrangements by FAZ] hurt us very sharply. We only made good preparations because I have Jamie Lawrence in the team, a fitness trainer who is an expert in these things and we trained the players” Grant said.

“They put us through a 30-hour flight with 9-hour connections. One flight had 4 stops in the middle and as a result, we lost 11 training units and another 2 training games.”

Grant said he was making no excuses for his team’s failure at the tournament but insisted that the Chipolopolo would have had a chance to perform better from the start under good traveling arrangements.

“In the second-half against Morocco we surpassed them in terms of physical fitness, it should have been like that from the first game but we lacked training” he said.