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29/11/2023

The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Zambia this morning launched the January to June 2023 Freedom of Expression (FOX) Report. The FOX Report is an audience perception of the state of freedom of expression, media freedom and digital rights enjoyment in Zambia. The report revealed that more than half of the respondents representing 52% felt that the media in Zambia was free.

MISA Zambia is one of the local partners on the USAID Zambia Open Spaces Zambia Project. The USAID Zambia OSZ project is funded by USAID Zambia and implemented by Internews Network Zambia in partnership with FHI 360.

Culture Radio's Boyd Kaimbi Chibale (right) participated on a panel of discussion alongside Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) Acting Director General Eustace Nkandu.

27/11/2023

Culture Radio is alive to the fact that climate change is real and journalists can make a difference. People need information like yesterday.

As a member of the Disaster Risk Reduction Network of African Journalists (DIRAJ), Culture Radio visited Lome, the capital city of Togo in West Africa and the story of climate change is impacting people's lives harshly in proportions familiar to our own country, Zambia.

Floods have wrecked havoc in the north-eastern community of Amandahome, in the heart of Lome. As pictures in this post can show, several houses are submerged in water and the water does not seem to be going anywhere. People's livelihoods have been disrupted drastically.

Many families and communities experience and suffer from the effects of floods due to torrential seasonal rains and in some cases cyclones. These disasters are as a result of the fast changing weather patterns globally.

The floods always end up causing more damage to the lives of the people and consequently subjecting them to increased poverty. Essential services such as primary health care, education and the supply of basic home essentials are automatically disrupted. We have seen and experienced this in Zambia.

This calls for early warning systems to equip populations and empower them with survival skills and tools. Technology can help to foretell when disaster would strike. The media should be the best ally in sending signal and early warning to the masses before disasters strike and during disasters.

Human life is scared and highly valuable. Culture Radio stands with you to mitigate climate change.

27/11/2023

Meet Bwalya, another addition to the Culture Radio family.

She is a passionate radio presenter whose shows blend music, entertainment, and compelling conversations. Bwalya is a vibrant personality. She is dedicated to making every moment on radio unforgettable.

Culture Radio is happy to have her.

25/11/2023

Meet Womba Kasela, an award-winning journalist who is a passionate media professional, highly motivated, talented and creative. She is committed to high-quality journalism that aims to meet audience needs.

Culture Radio is proud to welcome Womba to the family.

24/11/2023

So, legendary musical icon Nasty D visited us at Culture Radio. It was an honour for us to host him.

03/08/2023

02/08/2023

ZCSA seizes expired Beer, Carbonated Drinks in Lusaka’s Matero Township valued around K2, 528.00

The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) has seized an assortment of expired Clear Beer namely Flying Fish, Smirnoff and Amstel as well as carbonated drinks valued around K2,528.00 from the Garage and Fair Deal Bars of Lusaka’s Matero Township.
This is in contravention of the Zambian Standard – (ZS) 430: Clear Beer – Specification and the Compulsory Standards Act No. 3 of 2017 adding that the expired beverages have been withdrawn from the two bars and are awaiting disposal.
In a statement released to the media this morning by Head of Communications Brian Hatyoka, warned traders to avoid supplying products that may put the health and safety of consumers at risk.
Mr Hatyoka said effective 31st July 2023, ZCSA has intensified its market surveillance inspections countrywide in a bid to curtail the sale of unsafe products covered under compulsory standards.
He said the countrywide market surveillance programme is aimed at ensuring continued compliance of products within compulsory standards, to protect consumers in line with the Agency’s mandate.
ZCSA is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry (MCTI) mandated to administer, maintain and enforce compulsory standards for the purpose of public safety, health, consumer and environmental protection.

02/08/2023

Poor electricity connections at Chisokone causes fire.

Traders at Chisokone Market have lost properties worth millions in the infernal that gutted the market last night.

Ms Mary Sakuluta has told Culture Radio that electricity connections are badly done which is a leading cause of fire at the market.

She has complained that ZESCO Limited and Kitwe City Council should compel traders to always engage experts when connecting electricity to their shops.

And Kitwe District National Drivers and Marketeers Association General Secretary Fatima Mwansa has appealed to government to enforce security at Chisokone Market.

Ms Mwansa said the market which accommodates more than 10 thousand traders has only one police post with only 2 officers.

She explained that some unscrupulous people stoned the fire brigade vehicle which came to quench the fire at the market and this has affected more than 34 shops burning to ashes as people could not afford to put off the fire.

She has called on government and other stakeholders to re-enforce security at the market and protect peoples property.

She narrates that some criminals took advantage of the incident and looted shops which were not even affected by the fire.

By ROYDAH TEMBO

21/07/2023

103 KAGEM MINING LIMITED EMPLOYEES RECEIVE LADOUR DAY AWARDS
Kagem Mining Limited Board Chairperson Dr. Sixtus Mulenga has revealed that the firm is committed to creating an environment that emphasizes the critical role employees play in shaping successes and the future of the industry inside and outside their workstation.
Dr. Mulenga said this at Kagemi Mine yesterday in Lufwanyama District during the company’s Labour Day celebrations.
He said the mining firm has employed over 30 women in various fields in line with supporting women in their quest for economic emancipation at all levels including managerial roles and heavy Equipment Operations.
And Dr. Mulenga encouraged the recipients of the awards to continue with the excellent works to support the gemstone giant.
And speaking at the same function Mine Workers Union of Zambia MUZ General Secretary George Mumba thanked the mining firm for not recording serious casualties saying this signals the company’s commitment in safe guarding its employees.
Kagem Mining Limited on Thursday 20th July 2023 recognized and 103 employees for longevity of service, others for clocking 10 years, 15 years and others for 20 years of dedicated service.

BY ROYDAH TEMBO

21/07/2023

NUPEZ IN TROUBLE OVER LAND ASSURANCE TO TEACHERS

Teachers in Kitwe District on the Copperbelt have passed a vote of no confidence in their union leaders following delays to fulfill their promise of buying land for their affiliates.

The teachers have complained that the National Union of Private and Public Educators of Zambia NUPEZ have now become monisters to the teachers who ushered them into office.

Speaking on behalf of the aggrieved teachers during a meeting held at Kitwe Boys Secondary School in Kitwe on Wednesday, Committee Chairperson Monde Sinyangwe said the teachers agreed to hold a peaceful protest on the 25th of July to show their grievances to the Union leaders.

And District Education Board Secretary DEBS Christopher Nyungila has promised to stand for teachers adding that his pride is to see teachers happy.

Mr. Nyungila has given NUPEZ two weeks ultimatum to give teachers plots or refund them their contributions with interest.

Mr. Nyingila begged with teachers not to go ahead with their planned demonstration but rather wait for the two weeks given to NUPEZ by Mr. Nyungila the DEBS.

Meanwhile NUPEZ Copperbelt Chairperson Agent Munkombwe Chali has promised that the labour movement will abide to the directive as ordered by DEBS.

By Roydah Tembo.

20/07/2023

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07/04/2023

Are you passionate about sharing knowledge, information, education, and motivation with others? Are you interested in agriculture, environmental conservation, child health, youth emancipation, economic and financial literacy, the arts, and culture?

If you are, then here is an opportunity for you. Culture Radio is looking for people who are interested in producing and presenting programmes in the above areas on a part-time basis.

If you are interested, write to:

The Station Manager
Culture Radio
5435 Tweed Court Close
(Off Limpopo Drive)
Riverside
Kitwe.

Or call or WhatsApp
0977189965, 0968000883

The deadline is Friday, April 14, 2023.

06/04/2023

This morning, Culture Radio talks to Paramount Chief Chitimukulu of the Bemba people in an exclusive interview. Mwenelubemba discusses his life before his ascension to the throne, talks about this relationship with other traditional rulers, his differences with late President Michael Sata and many other issues. Join us at 09:00 hrs.

06/04/2023

So, how do you define success? Is it by measure of your wealth, an expensive car, big house, beautiful wife, reaching university, having a family?
What’s your take on this? Join us on Kitwe Calling this morning and share your thoughts on 0766487773. Call in, SMS or Whatsapp.

06/04/2023

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05/04/2023

Culture Radio is seeking the services of a qualified and licensed driver holder of License Class “C” with at least 3 years of experience. Basic vehicle maintenance skills is a must. If interested, send your application to:

The Station Manager
Culture Radio
5435 Tweed Court Close
(Off Limpopo Drive)
Riverside
Kitwe.

Or call or WhatsApp
0977189965
0968000883

Closing Date is Friday, 7th April 2023.

04/04/2023

Join Natty Dub Monday to Friday between 14:00 and 18:00 hrs for that wide variety of mature music selection. We assure you, Natty’s basket is always overflowing with music that will turn your afternoon into a memorable adventure.

01/12/2022

"Culture Radio, with you in the fight against HIV/AIDS"

16/08/2022

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Following the declaration of William Ruto as president elect in the just ended general elections in Kenya, Culture Radio will tomorrow talk to Kenyan Journalist and Author Edward Wanyonyi who will analyse the elections and discuss the what the Kenyan future looks like under President Ruto.

Join Boyd Kaimbi Chibale at 07:30 on the Culture Breakfast show as he engages Kenyan Journalist Edward Wanyonyi.

Culture Radio, “A Culture of Good Radio”

31/07/2022

This morning, Culture Radio’s Kitwe Calling Breakfast Show discusses the topic “Are white weddings still the thing?” Join Boyd KAIMBI CHIBALE as he chats with Katongo MUSONGOLE, a Kitwe based entrepreneur who is about to make a big step in her life…a wedding.

Also on the programme, will be Aunty Deborah, a Social Counsellor.

Join the conversation only on Culture Radio’s Kitwe calling Breakfast Show hosted by Boyd KAIMBI CHIBALE.

Call in to participate in the conversation.

19/07/2022

Join Kebby on the Evening Basket from 18:00hrs to 20:00hrs as he takes us on a musical journey while interacting on topical issues.

16/07/2022

…….and finally, Culture Radio has launched programmes in Bemba. Tune in and be part of the Culture Radio Bemba programming every Saturday between 10:00hrs and 14:00hrs. We have programmes such as Uwatwala Pa Bwingi, Inyimbo Shacikaya and Amangalo.

“Culture Radio, A Culture of Good Radio”

13/07/2022

Soil venture goes wrong as 27 year old Man of Kamatipa Compound gets buried alive

A 27 year old man of Kamatipa Compound in Kitwe has died after being buried alive during a soil digging venture.

This happened when the deceased identified as Bright Mwape in the company of two friends, were digging soil from a trench in an Ant hill for making blocks when the soil curved in and buried him dead.
The incident happened yesterday around 14hrs along CEC Power lines between old Kawama and Recourse Compounds in Kitwe.

Police rushed to the crime scene and exhumed the body which was later deposited to Kitwe Teaching Hospital mortuary awaiting burial as no foul play was suspected in the matter.

This is according to a statement issued to the Media by Copperbelt Police Commissioner Sharon Zulu.

13/07/2022

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In responding to your calls, Culture Radio, will this Saturday, 16th July 2022, introduce programmes in Bemba. The Bemba programmes will be running every Saturday from 10:00 - 14:00hrs. Tune in to Culture Radio on 105.7FM.

So, this Saturday, at 10:15, join Geoffrey Musonda, popularly known as “Bashi Mapalo” as he brings to you “Uwatwala Pabwingi” a programme that will be discussing various topics of concern regarding family life.

Listen to “Inyimbo Shacikaya at 11:30 as we sample local and traditional music.

All this, only on Culture Radio. “Culture Radio, A Culture of Good Radio”

10/07/2022

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A few days ago, former High Commissioner to Australia Frank Bwalya announced his come back to politics, only this time, under the Socialist Party led by Dr Fred M’membe.

Mr Bwalya, a former Catholic priest, also served as Patriotic Front (PF) Deputy Spokesperson and Chairperson for Information and Publicity in the Central Committee before his appointment as High Commissioner to Australia by President Edgar Lungu.

On Kitwe Calling this morning at 07:30hrs, Culture Radio talks to Mr Frank Bwalya on his latest move. Join Boyd KAIMBI CHIBALE on the Culture Radio Breakfast Show with more details.

Don't miss!!

08/07/2022

Meet Kelvin Chibale, a journalist from the Culture Radio newsroom. Kelvin works hard to ensure that we have all the latest updates in our news.

07/07/2022

Join Boyd on Culture Radio's Kitwe Calling Breakfast Show. Interact With him on 0766487773.

06/07/2022

Enjoy a varied selection of juicy music and programmes carefully put together by Natty Dub on Culture Radio 105.7FM from 14:00hrs to 18:00hrs.

06/07/2022

Culture Radio News

PANOS Southern Africa says it is disappointing that the Access to Information (ATI) is not one of the bills to be taken to parliament for enactment which the country has waited for more than 20 years.

PANOS Southern Africa Executive Director Vusumuzi Sifile Sibanda says failure by cabinet to include the ATI Bill on the list of bills to be tabled in parliament means the country will have to endure a prolonged wait for ATI law.

Mr Sibanda told Culture News that the delay is detrimental to democracy as the ATI Bill is anchored on the promotion of human rights and citizen participation in national dialogue.
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The Media Owners Association of Zambia (MOAZ) says it is hopeful that the government through the Ministry of Information and Media will withdraw the controversial Zambia Media Council (ZAMEC Bill) that seeks to set up statutory regulation of the media.

MOAZ president Evans Banda says media owners have resolved not to relent in their quest to have the ZAMEC Bill wiredrawn.

Mr Banda told Culture Radio news this morning that MOAZ is not ready to support legislation that will stifle the operations of the media in Zambia.

He said his association is working with other organisations to raise awareness on the importance of the media to regulate themselves as opposed to statutory regulation.
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The National Arts Council (NAC) says it is making progress in collecting money from artists who accessed the Arts Development Fund (ADF).

NAC says contrary to assertions that artists were not remitting the funds as per the conditions attached to the loans, arts were paying back.

NAC Director Adrian Chipindi however, said the rate at which the repayments are coming is allow.
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