Local News

By Staff Reporter The Private Member’s Motion urging the government to enhance the regulation of online gambling has successfully passed in Parliament.  The motion which was moved by Kanchibiya Member of Parliament Sunday Chanda seeks to protect vulnerable groups, particularly young people, from the adverse effects of unregulated online gambling while fostering a safer and […]

By Respite Kaoma Zambian Cyber Security Initiatives Foundation (ZCSIF) President John Tshinseki has emphasized the importance of key governance institutions leveraging social media platforms to effectively communicate with the masses.   Speaking in an interview with Mafken News, Mr. Tshinseki highlighted that this approach is crucial as technological advancements continue to shape communication methods.     He […]

By Respite Kaoma  A 40-year-old police officer identified as Sergeant Mike Mumba of State Lodge in Lusaka has tragically died after his motorbike collided with a motor vehicle. He sustained severe head injuries after being hit by a Toyota Allex driven by 43-year-old Charles Tembo. The accident reportedly occurred when Mr Tembo, while driving his […]

By Comfort Nthala A total of 127 toll collectors have been affected by the transition of toll operations at Katuba, Manyumbi, and Kafulafuta Toll Gates to the Macro Ocean Investment Consortium (MOIC) this Saturday, November 30, 2024.   In a statement availed to Mafken News, National Road Fund Agency NRFA Public Relations Manakger Alphonsius Hamachila revealed […]

By Staff Reporter First Quantum Minerals Limited has reached an agreement with the National Union of Miners and Allied Workers to increase its employee’s salaries at Kansanshi and Kalumbila Mines by 15 percent for the period 2025 to 2026. The agreement was officially signed by representatives from FQM and union leaders today in Lusaka.   […]

By Staff Reporter Kwacha Constituency Member of Parliament Charles Mulenga has bemoaned the accommodation crises at Kitwe’s Copperbelt University CBU saying it has reached alarming levels. Mr. Mulenga notes that majority students are being accommodated outside the university posing a high risk of them being attacked by thugs as they walk back to their boarding […]

By Respite Kaoma Vision Zambia Initiative has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for his commitment to amending the Zambian Constitution, citing its importance in enhancing women’s participation in governance.   Speaking to Mafken News, the organization’s Executive Director, Namutula Sindila, highlighted that addressing constitutional lapses could create opportunities for greater inclusion of women in decision-making roles.     […]

By Anthony Chomba Agriculture Minister Reuben Mtolo Phiri has called for concerted efforts aimed at overcoming child hunger and malnutrition. Mr. Phiri said the government wants to increase funding for children’s feeding programs throughout the country in order to end hunger among children.   The minister was speaking in Lusaka during the launch of the […]

By Staff Reporter Kanchibiya Member Of Parliament Sunday Chanda has called for urgent action to address the Zambia Postal Services (ZAMPOST) liquidity crisis. Mr. Chanda tells Mafken News that ZAMPOST is vital to the country’s communication infrastructure and economic development, and its collapse would have far-reaching consequences.   He has since called on Government to […]

By Staff Reporter    Residents of Mupambe Township in Mufulira District are living in fear of a looming outbreak of waterborne diseases due to blocked sewer lines. The residents have told Mafken News that the situation of sewer blockages has become worse following the onset of the rains and if not attended to, the township […]