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By Respite Kaoma Opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) President Antonio Mwanza has emphasized the need for Zambia to take control of its natural resources and economy. Speaking on a radio program monitored by Mafken news, Mr. Mwanza highlighted how foreign countries have benefited from Zambia’s resources, while the country itself remains underdeveloped. Mr. Mwanza stressed […]
By Respite Kaoma Chililabombwe Constituency member of Parliament who is also the Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Hon Paul Chanda Chongo Kabuswe has urged Chililabombwe residents to maintain high levels of Sanitation more especially during the rainy season so as to avoid any outbreak of waterborne diseases such as cholera in the District. The […]
By Fridah Chalwe Minister of Health, Elijah Muchima, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming cholera cases in Lusaka. Speaking to the media, Dr. Muchima confirmed that only Nakonde has reported confirmed cholera cases. He has urged the public to rely on official updates from the Ministry of Health for accurate information on […]
By Staff Reporter Police has formally charged the driver of the Shacman truck involved in the road traffic accident that occurred on December 31, 2024 at Green Leaf area, approximately 25 kilometers south of KapiriMposhi along the Great North Road that claimed the life of renowned artist Dandy Krazy along side 4 others. The driver, […]
Wesley Chibambo, widely known as Dandy Crazy, has passed away from injuries sustained in a road traffic accident. Renowned for his distinctive music style and significant impact on Zambia’s entertainment industry, the artist was pronounced dead at 01:42 hours this morning. The tragic accident occurred on New Year’s Eve along the Great North Road between […]
By Respite Kaoma United Party for National Development (UPND), Deputy Information Publicity Secretary Godfrey Kamangu, for has come out in defence of his party’s stance on the recent by-elections held across the country. Speaking in an interview with Mafken news, Mr. Kamangu addressed concerns raised by opposition parties, including the Socialist Party, which have […]
By Staff Reporter Ministry Of information and Media Permanent Secretary Thabo Kawana says contrary to assertions that the corruption fight under the UPND is targeting a select few, government does not target anyone as it implements a corruption policy which means that it targets individuals that are corrupt only. Speaking on Mafken FM’s […]
By Staff Reporter Zambia Police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga has cautioned the Tonse Alliance against engaging in violence following their resolution that future aggression by UPND cadres during campaigns will be met with an equal and proportionate reaction. Mr. Hamoonga has warned that no individual is above the law and any attempts by political players […]
By Staff Reporter A Mufulira based farmer Peter Kumwenda has urged government to consider investing more in the Farmers Support Program-FISP next year – 2025. Mr. Kumwenda says the number of beneficiaries of the program is too law as compared to the number of farmers that want to benefit and contribute to the country’s […]
By Staff Reporter The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has revised the pump price of petrol upward by 1 kwacha per litre from 33 kwacha 67 ngwee per litre to 34 Kwacha 67 ngwee per litre. Chairperson of the ERB Board of Directors James Banda says the prices of diesel, kerosene and jet A-1 have […]
