Zambia Monitor, lusaka, Lusaka (2025)

15/01/2025

Two directors of Builders Village Limited have been convicted and fined K8,500 each for providing architectural services without a valid certificate of practice from the Zambia Institute of Architects (ZIA).

Two directors of Builders Village Limited have been convicted and fined K8,500 each for providing architectural services without a valid certificate of practice from the Zambia Institute of Architects (ZIA). Brenda Bukuwa, 38, and Sam Sichilalu, 43, both lecturers, faced charges in the Lusaka Magist...

15/01/2025

Four employees of Chipata Level One Hospital in Lusaka have been ordered to defend themselves against allegations of stealing COVID-19 kits worth over K2.8 million.

Four employees of Chipata Level One Hospital in Lusaka have been ordered to defend themselves against allegations of stealing COVID-19 kits worth over K2.8 million. The accused include Judith Dzekedzeke, 46, and Langson Kampango, 54, both biomedical technicians; Malama Nkhata, 44, a driver; and Hilt...

15/01/2025

The Zambian government has urged Chinese investors to explore opportunities in water transport on Lake Tanganyika and to support the expansion of Mpulungu Harbor.

The Zambian government has urged Chinese investors to explore opportunities in water transport on Lake Tanganyika and to support the expansion of Mpulungu Harbor. Northern Province Permanent Secretary, Bernard Mpundu, emphasized that such investments would enhance trade between Zambia and the Great....

15/01/2025

SMART Zambia Institute has signed an agreement with the Copperbelt University (CBU) to drive localized software and systems development.

SMART Zambia Institute has signed an agreement with the Copperbelt University (CBU) to drive localized software and systems development. The strategic partnership aims to transform CBU into a digital hub, providing government services and digital literacy opportunities to citizens. SMART Zambia's Ac...

15/01/2025

Police in Lusaka have arrested a woman from Garden Compound and her four children in connection with the murder of her husband, whose body had been kept in their home for two years.

Police in Lusaka have arrested a woman from Garden Compound and her four children in connection with the murder of her husband, whose body had been kept in their home for two years. According to Police Spokesperson Rae Hamoonga, the arrest of Sylvia Kalaba and her children followed a report made by....

15/01/2025

Malawian artiste, Tay Grin, 40, has announced his intention to get married and settle down in 2025, sparking mixed reactions from fans and followers.

Malawian artiste, Tay Grin, 40, has announced his intention to get married and settle down in 2025, sparking mixed reactions from fans and followers. Tay Grin gained widespread fame in Zambia following his hit collaboration with local superstar Yo Maps on "SO MONE", which has amassed over 18.1 milli...

15/01/2025

Lusaka recorded the highest number of road traffic accidents in Zambia last year as the country reported a total of 35,731 cases, including 1,804 fatal accidents that resulted in 2,199 deaths.

Lusaka recorded the highest number of road traffic accidents in Zambia last year as the country reported a total of 35,731 cases, including 1,804 fatal accidents that resulted in 2,199 deaths. Police Spokesperson, Rae Hamoonga, in a statement issued on Tuesday, disclosed that 3,450 serious accidents...

15/01/2025

The Zambian Department of Immigration has claimed to have recorded significant success in combating illegal immigration, with 132 apprehensions and 53 convictions between January 9 and January 12, 2025.

The Zambian Department of Immigration has claimed to have recorded significant success in combating illegal immigration, with 132 apprehensions and 53 convictions between January 9 and January 12, 2025. On January 11, the Muyombe Immigration Office in Muchinga Province detained eight Ethiopian natio...

15/01/2025

Three suspects who escaped lawful custody on December 31, 2024, have been re-arrested by Lusaka police, following their initial release facilitated by Detective Inspector, Titus Phiri, who was reportedly intoxicated at the time.

Three suspects who escaped lawful custody on December 31, 2024, have been re-arrested by Lusaka police, following their initial release facilitated by Detective Inspector, Titus Phiri, who was reportedly intoxicated at the time. The incident occurred at approximately 10:00 hours, when Phiri allegedl...

15/01/2025

The government has heightened national water quality surveillance, focusing on detecting and addressing potential contamination swiftly to maintain safety standards.

The government has heightened national water quality surveillance, focusing on detecting and addressing potential contamination swiftly to maintain safety standards. According to Water Development and Sanitation Minister, Collins Nzovu, this was meant to protect public health and ensure access to sa...

15/01/2025

Three cabinet ministers have engaged local energy sector investors as Zambia finalises preparations for the Africa Heads of State Summit set for January 27-28, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Three cabinet ministers have engaged local energy sector investors as Zambia finalises preparations for the Africa Heads of State Summit set for January 27-28, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The meeting, attended by Energy Minister Makozo Chikote, Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane, and Forei...

15/01/2025

Citizens First (CF) party Chairperson for Mines and Minerals Committee, Felistus Mumba, has criticized the Hakainde Hichilema administration for reportedly granting excessive tax incentives to foreign mining entities and failing to ensure transparency in mining agreements.

Citizens First (CF) party Chairperson for Mines and Minerals Committee, Felistus Mumba, has criticized the Hakainde Hichilema administration for reportedly granting excessive tax incentives to foreign mining entities and failing to ensure transparency in mining agreements. Mumba pointed to reports e...

14/01/2025

The Private Sector Development Association (PSDA) has urged the government to fully implement the Export Proceeds Tracking Framework, which requires all export earnings to be deposited in accounts held at Zambian banks.

The Private Sector Development Association (PSDA) has urged the government to fully implement the Export Proceeds Tracking Framework, which requires all export earnings to be deposited in accounts held at Zambian banks. As of September 27, 2024, the framework, managed by the Bank of Zambia (BoZ) and...

14/01/2025

Enraged residents of Mununga in Chiengi District have vandalised a local police post and forcibly removed a murder suspect following the discovery of a woman’s body.

Enraged residents of Mununga in Chiengi District have vandalised a local police post and forcibly removed a murder suspect following the discovery of a woman’s body. On January 13, 2025, police were informed that Grace Kaoma, 44, from Kapampale Village, had gone missing on January 12. The family l...

14/01/2025

Two suspected armed robbers have been killed in a gunfight with police officers following the theft of a taxicab in Lusaka.

Two suspected armed robbers have been killed in a gunfight with police officers following the theft of a taxicab in Lusaka. The vehicle, a Toyota IST with registration number BAV 2007, was reported stolen by cab driver, Emmanuel Kalinda, who was attacked by four armed assailants at Chingwele Cemeter...

14/01/2025

Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has flagged various electoral malpractices, including vote buying, during the Kawambwa parliamentary by-election held on December 20, 2024, in Luapula Province.

Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) has flagged various electoral malpractices, including vote buying, during the Kawambwa parliamentary by-election held on December 20, 2024, in Luapula Province. Speaking during a media briefing in Lusaka on Tuesday, TI-Z Executive Director, Maurice Nyambe, re...

14/01/2025

The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has arrested Ernest Siuluta, a former Administrator and Finance Officer at the University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Medicine, on charges of laundering US$557,652.

The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has arrested Ernest Siuluta, a former Administrator and Finance Officer at the University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Medicine, on charges of laundering US$557,652. According to DEC Public Relations Officer Allan Tamba, the 49-year-old Lusaka resident was arreste...

14/01/2025

The case involving brothers Ernest and Elijah Kaumba, accused of using insulting language against Republican President, Hakainde Hichilema, will now be heard in Kalulushi, Copperbelt Province

The case involving brothers Ernest and Elijah Kaumba, accused of using insulting language against Republican President, Hakainde Hichilema, will now be heard in Kalulushi, Copperbelt Province. Magistrate George Njobvu of the Lusaka Magistrates' Court ruled that the court lacks jurisdiction over the....

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