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By Ruth Banda The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has emphasized the importance of regional cooperation in improving the electoral process. Speaking at the official opening of the two-day study tour for the Independent Electoral Committee of Lesotho on the Referendum in Lusaka, ECZ Chairperson, Mwangala Zaloumis says the commission is looking forward to the […]
By Anthony Chomba Care for Nature Executive Director Nsama Kearns says there is need to contain the the abuse of children in areas were mining activities are taking place. Ms Kearns says the cases involving children amongst them child labour and sex abuse need urgent attention. She has told Mafken News in Lusaka that her […]
By Respite Kaoma The opposition Economic Front-EF National Spokesperson Humphrey Kabwe has resigned from the party with immediate effect. Mr. Kabwe’s decision follows the recent public announcement made during a media briefing in Lusaka, by-EF- party President Winter Kabimba, who stated that he had joined the UPND Alliance, with a mandate to help them intensify […]
By Comfort Nthala Community Action Against Corruption (CAAC) has criticized government for undermining the fight against corruption by failing to appoint a new board for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). In an interview with Mafken News, CAAC Chief Executive Officer Brighton Tembo expressed concern over government’s perceived delay, noting that it has been over two months […]
By Comfort Nthala & Respite Kaoma Minister of Information and Media, Cornelius Mweetwa, has underscored government’s commitment to tackling constitutional gaps identified by President Hakainde Hichilema in his recent address to Parliament. During the opening of Parliament on September 13, 2024, President Hichilema highlighted critical shortcomings in the current constitutional framework that could impact governance. […]
By Respite Kaoma A 21 Year Old Student at the Copperbelt University of Zambia-CBU-is reported to have been murdered after being attacked by unknown individuals who went away with his cell phone. The student identified as, Kafula Musonda was residing in Mufulira district on the Copperbelt and he was in the school of Mathematics and […]
By Anthony Chomba The People’s Pact Movement says there is need to address some cases involving human right abuse in the country. Chairperson Peter Sinkamba has also called for stakeholders to help end the issue of political divisions in the country. Mr. Sinkamba notes that doing so will ensure and promote peace and unity ahead […]
By Staff Reporter Kanchibiya Member of Parliament Sunday Chanda has underscored the importance of a robust and independent Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) owing to the critical role it plays in safeguarding the nation against the destructive effects of corruption. He however notes that for the ACC to fully execute its mandate, it requires the leadership of […]
By Staff Reporter The United Mines Workers Union of Zambia – UMUZ has welcomed the announcement by President Hakainde Hichilema that government is seeking to ensure that all mines in the country become operational. Mr. Ngwira says some Mines have been non-operational for many years resulting in the drop of copper production and employment levels. […]
By Staff Reporter Copperbelt Minister Elisha Matambo has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for bringing the mining sector on the Copperbelt back to life. Addressing the media in Ndola this morning, Mr. Matambo noted that President Hakainde Hichilema has a spirit of reviving and resurrecting sectors that were left dead by the previous regime. Mr. Matambo […]
