Corruption not a political ideology
AS ZAMBIA steadily strengthens its democratic institutions and heads towards the August 2026 elections, one principle must remain beyond debate: corruption is a crime, not a political belief. In these…
Rural electrification: Reducing inequality
THE handover of 85 rural electrification projects worth K463 million from Rural Electrification Authority (REA) to Zesco marks another significant step in Zambia's journey towards inclusive development and universal access…
Stepping into a 24-hour economy
THE Government’s decision to extend operating hours for businesses, markets and bus stations to a 24-hour schedule is a welcome move. It cannot be denied that limited working hours slow…
Infrastructure must be climate resilient
YESTERDAY, travellers from Chingola and Chililabombwe in Copperbelt Province were left stranded after Kakoso Bridge collapsed due to heavy rains. The area experienced a heavy downpour on Saturday night, which…
Social media abuse has limits
IN RECENT days, Zambians have witnessed yet another troubling incident of misinformation spread through social media. A fake resignation letter, falsely attributed to President Hakainde Hichilema, circulated widely online, causing…
Investing in people, not subsidies
THE recent reports by ZIPAR and UNUWIDER have once again underscored a truth that we, as a people, would do well to embrace: subsidies on fuel and energy are not…
Legacy of unity, service
YESTERDAY, Zambia bade farewell to a gallant son of the soil, Matiya Ngalande. The funeral of this veteran politician and freedom fighter offered more than just the opportunity for solemn…
Private sector key to Zambia’s growth
NATIONAL development cannot be achieved without strong private sector participation. Speaking at the launch of the Sustainable Business Initiative (SBI), Presidential Delivery Unit head Kusobile Kamwambi underscored this message, adding…
Preparing for retirement must begin early
THE announcement by Minister of Labour and Social Security Brenda Tambatamba that Government is considering raising the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) partial withdrawal from 20 percent to as much…
When prices fall, consumers rise
SPECIAL Assistant to President Hakainde Hichilema for Policy Compliance Joseph Lungu is right to attribute economic factors like declining inflation and the stabilised Kwacha that has triggered price reductions to…
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