Silent threat we cannot ignore
TRAPPED in our daily routines, it is easy to overlook the quiet signals our bodies send. Rushing from one commitment to another – work deadlines, family responsibilities, social obligations –…
In death, leaders still teach us
THERE are moments when a nation pauses. Moments when the passing of a leader who touched millions calls for reflection. The burial of Ngwenyama Inkosi Yamakhosi Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV…
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…