Malanji Convicted in Helicopter and Property Corruption Case

Malanji Convicted in Helicopter and Property Corruption Case

Malanji Convicted in Helicopter and Property Corruption Case Former Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Malanji has been convicted on seven out of eight charges in a landmark corruption case that has captured national attention. The Lusaka Magistrate Court, presided over by Magistrate Irene Wishimanga, delivered a damning judgment that placed the former minister at the centre […] The post Malanji Convicted in Helicopter and Property Corruption Case first appeared on Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site - LusakaTimes.com .

Cyber laws are just okay, Attorney General tells court

Cyber laws are just okay, Attorney General tells court

THE State has urged the High Court to dismiss a case Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) is challenging the legality of the Cyber Crimes Act, which others complain infringes of freedom of expression. In the lawsuit, LAZ contends that the cyber laws unjustifiably infringe upon constitutionally protected rights, including privacy, freedom of expression, freedom of […] The post Cyber laws are just okay, Attorney General tells court first appeared on Mwebantu .

Yamba Convicted in $4.6 Million Corruption Scheme

Yamba Convicted in $4.6 Million Corruption Scheme

Former Treasury Chief Yamba Convicted in $4.6 Million Corruption Scheme LUSAKA – A Lusaka court has convicted former Treasury chief Fredson Yamba of abuse of office and unlawfully authorizing $4.6 million in public funds, delivering a landmark verdict in a trial closely watched by anti-corruption advocates. Magistrate Irene Wishimanga found Yamba guilty on two counts […] The post Yamba Convicted in $4.6 Million Corruption Scheme first appeared on Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site - LusakaTimes.com .

HH NEEDED ME BY HIS SIDE – CANISIUS BANDA

HH NEEDED ME BY HIS SIDE – CANISIUS BANDA

HH NEEDED ME BY HIS SIDE – CANISIUS PATRIOTIC Front Central Committee Member Dr Canisius Banda says President Hakainde Hichilema needed him by his side to properly serve the people in accordance with their expectations. In an interview, Dr Banda, who is also former UPND vice-president, said the President’s ministers were not telling him anything […] The post HH NEEDED ME BY HIS SIDE – CANISIUS BANDA first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

GOVT, ACC DIFFER ON CABINET MINISTERS’ CORRUPTION PROBE

GOVT, ACC DIFFER ON CABINET MINISTERS’ CORRUPTION PROBE

GOVT, ACC DIFFER ON CABINET MINISTERS’ CORRUPTION PROBE Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa says no cabinet minister is under investigation for corruption in the New Dawn Administration. This contradicts statements by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) that some current cabinet ministers and government officials are being probed. Speaking on Diamond TV’s Diamond Live program, Mr. Mweetwa […] The post GOVT, ACC DIFFER ON CABINET MINISTERS’ CORRUPTION PROBE first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

The Ghost of Edgar Lungu: A Nation in Waiting

The Ghost of Edgar Lungu: A Nation in Waiting

The Ghost of Edgar Lungu: A Nation in Waiting By Amb. Anthony Mukwita 02 Sept 25. It has been 89 days since Zambia’s sixth President, Edgar Chagwa Lungu, died in South Africa on June 5, 2025. And yet, his body remains frozen in legal limbo, locked in a South African court dispute. No burial. No […] The post The Ghost of Edgar Lungu: A Nation in Waiting first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

GOVT FACTS ABOUT ECONOMIC GROWTH DO NOT RESOUND WITH THE PEOPLE

GOVT FACTS ABOUT ECONOMIC GROWTH DO NOT RESOUND WITH THE PEOPLE

GOVT FACTS ABOUT ECONOMIC GROWTH DO NOT RESOUND WITH THE PEOPLE By Brian Matambo Lusaka, Zambia On the Tuesday edition of Emmanuel Mwamba Verified (EMV), Dr. Sebastian Kopulande, former MP for Chembe Constituency, former Special Assistant to President Levy Mwanawasa, and former Permanent Secretary, warned that Zambia’s growth projections bear little resemblance to the economic […] The post GOVT FACTS ABOUT ECONOMIC GROWTH DO NOT RESOUND WITH THE PEOPLE first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

EVEN IF JUDGE CONCEPTOR ZULU SIGNS A CONSENT ORDER, THE PF MALADIES WILL NOT BE CURED- Tayali

EVEN IF JUDGE CONCEPTOR ZULU SIGNS A CONSENT ORDER, THE PF MALADIES WILL NOT BE CURED- Tayali

EVEN IF JUDGE CONCEPTOR ZULU SIGNS A CONSENT ORDER, THE PF MALADIES WILL NOT BE CURED ==================The recent vilifications of Judge Conceptor Chinyama Zulu is deeply troubling, and the PF’s propaganda team’s reaction to it is misguided. Resorting to personal attacks and insults against the judge is unlikely to yield the desired results. In fact, […] The post EVEN IF JUDGE CONCEPTOR ZULU SIGNS A CONSENT ORDER, THE PF MALADIES WILL NOT BE CURED- Tayali first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

Zambia steadily becoming paradise on earth, students praise Bally, ‘he means well’

Zambia steadily becoming paradise on earth, students praise Bally, ‘he means well’

Zambia steadily becoming paradise on earth, students praise Bally, ‘he means well’ SONGS and chants of gratitude drowned out the usual cries of ‘meal allowances’ yesterday as thousands of UNZA students turned the Great East Road into a parade ground, marching all the way to State House to shower President Hakainde Hichilema with praise. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AvF9beW2i/ […] The post Zambia steadily becoming paradise on earth, students praise Bally, ‘he means well’ first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

IT’S TOO LATE….Enticing chiefs now won’t save UPND – Dr Zumani Zimba

IT’S TOO LATE….Enticing chiefs now won’t save UPND – Dr Zumani Zimba

IT’S TOO LATE – Dr Zimba Enticing chiefs now won’t save UPND – stakeholders By Thandizo Banda PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema’s intention to increase allowances for chiefs and their retainers in next year’s national budget are a good political statement but it has come too late, say some stakeholders. “Most stakeholders, including chiefs, have already formed […] The post IT’S TOO LATE….Enticing chiefs now won’t save UPND – Dr Zumani Zimba first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

Response to the Zambia Police Service Press Statement on the Apprehension of Mr. Francis Kapwepwe (“Why Me”)

Response to the Zambia Police Service Press Statement on the Apprehension of Mr. Francis Kapwepwe (“Why Me”)

Response to the Zambia Police Service Press Statement on the Apprehension of Mr. Francis Kapwepwe (“Why Me”) By Thandiwe Ketiš Ngoma The press statement issued by the Zambia Police Service on 2nd September 2025 is most concerning, both in substance and in tone. The suggestion that “how” Mr. Kapwepwe was brought from Zimbabwe into Zambia […] The post Response to the Zambia Police Service Press Statement on the Apprehension of Mr. Francis Kapwepwe (“Why Me”) first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba- The Doctor of PF’s Defeat

Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba- The Doctor of PF’s Defeat

Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba- The Doctor of PF’s Defeat By Tobbius C Hamunkoyo-LLB Fellow citizens, allow me first to recognize Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba. He is a learned man, a political scientist of high repute, and one who has contributed to Zambia’s democratic space through his writings and commentary. His academic achievements deserve respect, and […] The post Dr. Chris Zumani Zimba- The Doctor of PF’s Defeat first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

WORLD HEALTH  ORGANIZATION TAKES INTEREST IN SONDASHI FORMULA

WORLD HEALTH  ORGANIZATION TAKES INTEREST IN SONDASHI FORMULA

WHO TAKES INTEREST IN SONDASHI FORMULA WORLD Health Organisation in Zambia has taken interest in the HIV/AIDS local treatment drug called ‘Sondashi Formula’. Sondashi Formula is a local drug developed by Ludwig Sondashi, and is believed to have the potential to cure HIV/AIDS. Recently, Vice-President Mutale Nalumango said Sondashi Formula has progressed to advanced trial […] The post WORLD HEALTH  ORGANIZATION TAKES INTEREST IN SONDASHI FORMULA first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

FINANCE MINISTER EXPLAINS DELAY IN PAYMENT OF CIVIL SERVANTS’ SALARIES LAST MONTH

FINANCE MINISTER EXPLAINS DELAY IN PAYMENT OF CIVIL SERVANTS’ SALARIES LAST MONTH

FINANCE MINISTER EXPLAINS DELAY IN PAYMENT OF CIVIL SERVANTS’ SALARIES LAST MONTH By Chamuka Shalubala Finance and National Planning Minister, Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, says last month’s delay in the payment of civil servants’ salaries was caused by a technical glitch. Speaking in an interview with Phoenix News, Dr. Musokotwane assured civil servants that the issue […] The post FINANCE MINISTER EXPLAINS DELAY IN PAYMENT OF CIVIL SERVANTS’ SALARIES LAST MONTH first appeared on The Zambian Observer .

Economic Growth Figures Fail to Match Household Realities, Experts Warn

Economic Growth Figures Fail to Match Household Realities, Experts Warn

Economic Growth Figures Fail to Match Household Realities, Experts Warn By Brian Matambo Government assurances of economic recovery and strong growth projections are struggling to gain credibility among ordinary Zambians who continue to grapple with rising costs, erratic power supply, and stagnant wages. Appearing on the Tuesday edition of Emmanuel Mwamba Verified (EMV), Dr. Sebastian […] The post Economic Growth Figures Fail to Match Household Realities, Experts Warn first appeared on The Zambian Observer .