Local News
By Anthony Chomba A survey conducted by the United Teachers Union of Zambia (UNITUZ) in Chililabombwe has shown that nearly all schools in the area are implementing cholera prevention measures. In a Telephone interview with Mafken News, UNITUZ Copperbelt Mobilization Director, Hanyinda Dubeka, shared the findings of the survey, which involved interviews with […]
By Staff Reporter Lunte Member of Parliament Mutotwe Kafwaya has denied assertions that corruption under the UPND Government is going down according to the recent Corruption Perception Index CPI which showed Zambia improving from 33 points to 36 points last year. Mr. Kafwaya says there is so many corruption incidents happening in Zambia […]
By Staff Reporter Residents of Kankoyo and Butondo Townships in Mufulira District have expressed their appreciation for the government’s cash for work program, citing significant improvements in community hygiene and sanitation. The residents spoken to, have told Mafken News that the program has resulted in cleaner streets, blocked drainage systems, and a clean environment. […]
By Fridah Chalwe Mufulira central constituency Mutundu ward councillor Tsindikai Mudemba has announced that Mukuba Secondary School which is still under construction, began recruiting Grade 10 students last year and has welcomed more pupils this year. Mr. Mudemba noted that many students travel long distances and have to find temporary housing during school […]
By Anthony Chomba The National Union for Miners and Allied Workers (NUMAW) is hopeful that ongoing salary negotiations with remaining mines will lead to substantial pay increases for workers. Speaking to Mafken News in an interview, NUMAW President Saul Simunjika confirmed that negotiations with Chambishi Copper Smelter and JCHX are expected to conclude in […]
By Caroline Hachambwa Community Action Against Corruption Chief executive Officer Brightone Tembo has welcomed the arrest of Chawama Member of Parliament Tasila Lungu for possession of properties suspected to be proceeds of crime. However, the organization has urged the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) to apply the same energy and motivation to pursuing corruption […]
By Anthony Chomba The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) has unveiled new banknotes designed around the theme “Our Heritage,” marking a significant shift in the country’s currency system. BOZ Governor Denny Kalyalya explained that the new notes are part of a strategic move to transition from old high-denomination notes to medium-value ones. Dr. Kalyalya revealed […]
By Anthony Chomba The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) Monetary Policy Committee has increased the Monetary Policy Rate by 50 basis points to 14.5 percent. BOZ governor Danny Kalyalya said the move aims to steer inflation back to the 6 to 8 percent target band and anchor inflation expectations, which have remained elevated. Addressing […]
By Staff Reporter Kantanshi Member of Parliament Anthony Mumba has bemoaned the lack of a laboratory at Ronald Ross General Hospital, the largest hospital in Mufulira district, which he says is disrupting quality health care delivery. Dr. Mumba says it is worrying that each time the ministry of health sends a contractor to […]
By Staff Reporter Residents of Zimba Compound in Mufulira District have called on the government to open the newly constructed maternity annex at Luansobe clinic. The residents have wondered why the facility has not been opened when all works have been completed. One of the residents, Brenda Kamfwa says expectant mothers have continued […]
