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By Respite Kaoma The Pensions and Insurance Authority (PIA) has emphasized the need for reflection on the evolving pensions and social security landscape in the country.  Speaking at the annual pre-retirement workshop, PIA Deputy Registrar Goodson Kapaso highlighted that, historically, retirement planning largely fell under government responsibility. However, changing employment demographics now call for a […]

By Anthony Chomba The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Zambia has emphasized the need for joint efforts among stakeholders to eliminate HIV/AIDS infections in children. UNICEF Country Representative Penelope Campbell highlighted that addressing the issue requires early and sustained treatment for pregnant and breastfeeding women living with HIV to prevent the transmission of the […]

By Staff Reporter  The Tonse Allinace comprising different political parties and civil society organizations has unveiled former President Edgar Lungu as its presidential candidate for the 2026 general elections. The Tonse Alliance’s aim is to remove the current government from office in 2026.   Speaking during the Launch, Alliance Spokesperson Sean Tembo clarified that the […]

By Staff Reporter  Bus drivers operating along the Mufulira-Mokambo road have expressed frustration over government’s perceived delay in addressing the poor state of the road, despite multiple promises for repairs.  The drivers, speaking to Mafken News, raised concerns that with the onset of the rainy season, the road will become worse.   They are calling […]

By Staff Reporter  The People’s Alliance for Change (PAC) is concerned that an institution like the Anti Corruption Commission ACC still remains un-led for such  a long period of time especially looking at the reports of corruption that the country has witnessed. PAC President Andyford Banda observes that there are countless number of Zambians who […]

By Fridah Chalwe Residents of Mufulira District on the Copperbelt Province have been left in distress following a heavy storm on Tuesday around 16:00 hours.  The storm ripped off the roofs of five houses in shinde ward Masumba farm area and five shops in the Central Business District CBD.   A resident talked to by […]

By Respite Kaoma The Initiative for Environmental Protection (IFEP) has called on Zambians to prioritize environmental cleanliness during the rainy season. In an interview with Mafken News in Kitwe, IFEP Executive Director Francis Witola emphasized the need for increased community engagement to promote better hygiene standards.    Mr Witola challenged civic leaders across the country […]

By Comfort Nthala Minister of Labour and Social Security, Brenda Tambatamba, has announced that government is in the process of reviewing key legislation related to industrial relations to strengthen workers’ rights.   During a courtesy call from the Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) and the All-China Federation of Trade Unions, Ms. Tambatamba highlighted that the […]

By Anthony Chomba Lecturers at the University of Zambia (UNZA) in Lusaka have announced plans to conduct a strike ballot following a lack of progress in their long-standing battle for payment of terminal benefits. The three lecturer unions at the institution, including the University of Zambia Professional Staff Union (UNZAPROSU), made the announcement during a […]

By Comfort Nthala Minister of Education Douglas Syakalima has disclosed that as of March 2024, there has been no single trained teacher in Zambia specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders to teach children with autism. In response to a question from Chienge Member of Parliament Given Katuta during the Questions for Oral Answers session in Parliament, Mr […]