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LIFE BEHIND BARS: Akafekwa Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Brutal Murder of 10-Year-Old Chikondi Banda

1Feb

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LIFE BEHIND BARS: Akafekwa Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Brutal Murder of 10-Year-Old Chikondi Banda

In a devastating conclusion to a tragic case, Nalukui Akafekwa, a 26-year-old man from Garden Chilulu compound in Lusaka, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the gruesome murder of 10-year-old Chikondi Banda. The Lusaka High Court delivered the verdict, citing overwhelming evidence that proved Akafekwa's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The events leading up to the murder are chilling. Akafekwa, a neighbor of the deceased, had demanded a ransom of K12,000 from Chikondi's family. When his demands were not met, he brutally killed the young boy in a maize field behind Emmasdale Police Post. The court heard that Akafekwa pushed Chikondi down and struck him on the head with a stone, causing his death. The boy's decomposed body was discovered six days later, with his head w...

31Jan

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UNIFORM DAY: A BLAST FROM THE PAST

By TROY MUKUPABright-Side School, renowned for its academic excellence, innovative approach, and commitment to nurturing future leaders, today joined thousands across the country in celebrating Uniform Day. This unique event brought together teachers, employees, civil servants, and individuals from all walks of life, donning their old school uniforms. Uniform Day is a celebration of the good old school days, when life was simpler and memories were made. It's a time for people to reminisce about their school days, rekindle old friendships, and recapture the spirit of their youth, by reporting for work wearing their back-in-the-day school colors (uniforms) - a blast from the past. At Bright-Side School, the atmosphere was electric, with students and staff members alike enjoying...

COMMERCIAL JET CARRYING 60 PASSENGERS CRASHES INTO WASHINGTON DC RIVER AFTER COLLIDING WITH US ARMY HELICOPTER

30Jan

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COMMERCIAL JET CARRYING 60 PASSENGERS CRASHES INTO WASHINGTON DC RIVER AFTER COLLIDING WITH US ARMY HELICOPTER

An American Airlines flight has collided in mid-air with a helicopter in Washington DC, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says. The plane crashed in the Potomac River, which weaves through DC, according to the DC Fire and EMS Department. The jet was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, and three US Army soldiers were on board the military helicopter Police divers and boats are searching the water for survivors, while US authorities are investigating. The collision happened on approach to Runway 33 at Reagan Washington National Airport around 9pm local time, the FAA says in a statement to CBS News. US President Donald Trump says he has been briefed on the "terrible accident" and thanks emergency responders for their "incredible work."

NKANA LAWMAKER BINWELL MPUNDU MEETS UN SPECIAL ENVOY TO DISCUSS PRESSING ISSUES ON FREEDOM OF SPEECH

30Jan

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NKANA LAWMAKER BINWELL MPUNDU MEETS UN SPECIAL ENVOY TO DISCUSS PRESSING ISSUES ON FREEDOM OF SPEECH

Nkana lawmaker Binwell Mpundu recently met with UN Rapporteur Ms Khan, who is currently in Zambia to investigate infringements on the right to freedom of speech. Binwell Mpundu Mpundu took to his Facebook page to share details of the meeting, stating: A VERY SOBER CONVERSATION. We had a very sober conversation this evening with UN Rapporteur Ms Khan who is in the country to investigate specifically the infringements on the right to freedom of Speech. We have agreed generally that four laws are a subject of controversy in regards the infringement on the right to freedom of speech. SEDITIOUS PRACTICES is too vague and subject to abuse and must in a normal society be repealed. HATE SPEECH…infact is a very unrealistic law which is never in the books of laws in most ju...

MACF LTD AND ST. FRANCIS HEALTHCARE JOIN FORCES TO EMPOWER YOUNG MINDS

27Jan

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MACF LTD AND ST. FRANCIS HEALTHCARE JOIN FORCES TO EMPOWER YOUNG MINDS

By TROY MUKUPAIn a groundbreaking initiative aimed at shaping the future of Zambia's youth, Munobe Accountant Charity Fund Limited (MACF LTD), a trailblazing philanthropic organization, has partnered with St. Francis Healthcare, a renowned Catholic mission-based NGO, to host a career guidance seminar for Grade 12 students and school leavers. The seminar, which took place on January 24, 2025, at a local venue, brought together over 100 students and featured MACF LTD Chairman, Mr. Anxious Chileshe, as the keynote speaker. Mr. Chileshe, a seasoned accountant and philanthropist, shared his insights on the importance of education and career development, emphasizing the need for young people to make informed decisions about their future."Education and knowledge are powerful agents of tran...

24Jan

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NHIMA CHALLENGES: EXPERT WEIGHS IN

By TROY MUKUPA Lusaka - The National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) has been grappling with numerous challenges, including financial sustainability. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Zanga Musakuzi, a renowned Pharmacist, Entrepreneur, Innovator, and CEO of Medsearch Zambia, shared his insights on the fundamental differences between an insurance scheme and a public health fund. Mr. Musakuzi highlighted the importance of distinguishing between an insurance scheme and a public health fund, explaining that an insurance scheme provides specific, limited coverage based on member contributions. In contrast, a public health fund operates on a broader scale, aiming to provide universal health services without tying benefits to individual contributions. Mr. Zanga Musakuzi "T...

Zambia Police and RTSA Partner to Boost Motor Vehicle Registration Efficiency

24Jan

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Zambia Police and RTSA Partner to Boost Motor Vehicle Registration Efficiency

In a significant step towards enhancing efficiency and collaboration, the Zambia Police Service and the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) granting RTSA access to the I-24/7 system. The signing ceremony, held on January 23, 2025, at the Zambia Police Service Headquarters in Lusaka, marked a new chapter in streamlining motor vehicle registration processes and strengthening the fight against transnational crime. Enhancing Data Access for Efficiency Inspector General of Police, Mr. Graphel Musamba, emphasized the transformative potential of the partnership. He noted that connecting RTSA to the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) Stolen Motor Vehicle (SMV) database would accelerate motor vehicle registration and in...

Kenyan man allegedly caught carrying wife’s body parts in backpack

22Jan

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Kenyan man allegedly caught carrying wife’s body parts in backpack

Police in Kenya have arrested a man carrying a mutilated corpse in his backpack, which he reportedly said belonged to his 19-year-old wife. Officers came across 29-year-old John Kiama Wambua while patrolling Huruma, a district east of Nairobi, just before dawn. Suspecting Wambua was carrying something illegal, they searched his backpack and "to their shock" found the body parts, said a statement from Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). This is far from an isolated case - Kenya has one of the highest rates of femicide, or killings with a gender-related motivation, in Africa. After police officers interrogated Mr Wambua, he told them that the body parts belonged to his wife, Joy Fridah Munani, according to the DCI statement. He appeared "unperturbed" by the o...

What executive orders did Trump sign on day one?

21Jan

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What executive orders did Trump sign on day one?

Donald Trump has issued a flurry of executive orders on everything from immigration and climate to pardoning people convicted over the 2021 Capitol riot. After being sworn in as US president again on Monday, the Republican wasted no time in using his powers to act on a range of policy priorities. Executive orders carry the weight of law, but can be overturned by subsequent presidents or the courts. Several of those planned by Trump face legal challenges. Meanwhile, other presidential directives like proclamations are usually not legally binding. Here are some of Trump's actions so far. Immigration 'National emergency' Trump has proclaimed that "America's sovereignty is under attack", declaring this to be a national emergency that allows him to free up more funding to rein...

Luangwa-Garden Skeleton Case Breakthrough: Sixth Suspect Detained

19Jan

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Luangwa-Garden Skeleton Case Breakthrough: Sixth Suspect Detained

By TROY MUKUPA The Zambia Police Service has announced a significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Mr. George Kalaba, whose skeletal remains were discovered in his Luangwa-Garden Compound residence on January 14, 2025, with the apprehension of a sixth suspect. According to a statement issued by the Zambia Police Service, Ms. Preteria Mbandama Musela, 44, of Luangwa-Garden Compound, has been taken into custody in connection with the crime. The statement reveals that Ms. Musela was the first individual informed of Mr. Kalaba's death and had knowledge of the deceased's demise, yet failed to report it to the authorities. Investigations have further revealed that Ms. Musela had physically viewed the deceased's remains on November 21, 2023, between 10:00 a...