Bumba Mulenga
Stories bylined Bumba Mulenga at Zambia Monitor, gathered on Lakatips with a link to each original.
141 stories
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Business
AfDB approves US$5 billion framework to cushion Africa from energy, fertiliser crisis
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a financing framework that could mobilise up to US$5.06 billion to help African countries manage rising energy, food and fertiliser costs linked to the global crisis. The Global Energy and Fertilizer Crisis Response Framework (GEFCRF), approved on September…
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Business
Government, miners push major ASM reforms
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Zambia’s artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector into a major driver of economic growth, as industry players call for sweeping reforms, including the establishment of state-owned mineral processing smelters to protect local miners from exploitation. Central Province…
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Africa & World
Broadcast journalist sentenced to death in Egypt over alleged drug case
Egyptian television presenter, Sarah Khalifa, has been sentenced to death by hanging alongside 11 other people after being convicted of drug-related offences. According to state-owned newspaper Al-Ahram as reported by the BBC, the 39-year-old presenter was found guilty of being part of a criminal gang…
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Business
Kwacha strengthens against dollar despite third consecutive weekly loss
The Zambian Kwacha strengthened against the United States dollar on Friday but still ended the week with its third consecutive weekly loss as demand for foreign currency continued to outstrip supply. Bloomberg report showed the local currency appreciated by 0.27 percent to close just below…
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Lifestyle
UK influencer reportedly dies after penis enlargement procedure
A United Kingdom-based influencer has died from complications linked to a penis enlargement procedure undertaken while on holiday in Thailand, according to findings presented at a UK coroner’s inquest. British-Nigerian influencer Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo, 43, reportedly suffered a pulmonary embolism—a sudden blockage of blood vessels…
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Lifestyle
Wezi defends Chile One amid ‘goosebumps’ pronunciation mockery
Zambian singer, Wezi Mhone, has come to the defence of fellow musician, Chile One MrZambia, calling on the public to stop mocking his pronunciation of the word “goosebumps” in his song Destiny and instead appreciate his artistry. In a post shared on her official Facebook…
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Politics
UN demands end to political crackdown, gender-based violence spikes, as govt cancels Bemba traditional event
In case you missed them, here are the top 10 stories of the week. 1. President Hakainde Hichilema and Vice President Mutale Nalumango were on Tuesday officially sworn in for a second term running from 2026 to 2031, pledging to lead with integrity and accountability.
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Politics
Transparency International Zambia calls for stronger anti-corruption pus
Transparency International Zambia (TI-Z) says the fight against corruption appears to have lost prominence in the UPND’s second-term agenda despite President Hakainde Hichilema’s pledge to intensify the campaign against the vice. In a statement issued on Friday, TI-Z Executive Director, Maurice Nyambe, said the President’s…
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Business
Zambia Revenue Authority eyes K203.6 billion through compliance drive
The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) could raise its 2026 revenue collections by K34 billion to K203.6 billion if taxpayer compliance improves by 20 percent, Commissioner General Dingani Banda has said. Banda said ZRA was currently projected to collect K169.6 billion by the end of 2026…
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Sport
Queiroz returns as Ghana Coach
Carlos Queiroz has been reappointed as Ghana coach, just two months after stepping down following the country’s FIFA World Cup campaign. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced yesterday that the 73-year-old Portuguese coach would begin a new coaching mandate during the upcoming international window, although…
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Business
Energy Regulation Board claims illegal petroleum products drop to four percent
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) says illicit petroleum products on Zambia’s retail market have reportedly dropped sharply, with compliance under the Fuel Marking Programme rising to 96 percent. ERB acting Director for Petroleum and Gas, Chasuzya Mtwale, said the improvement represented significant progress since the…
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Business
Treasury moves to overhaul tax system in Zambia
Government says repeated tax reforms and investment incentives have failed to fully address private sector concerns, with many businesses still describing the country’s tax system as complex, unequal and unfair. These concerns have prompted the launch of public consultations on Zambia’s Medium-Term Revenue Strategy (MTRS)…
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Technology
Uber exits Nigeria, Uganda in global restructuring; set for robotaxis
Ride-hailing company Uber has withdrawn from Nigeria and Uganda as part of a global restructuring that will eliminate about 3,300 jobs and shift more investment towards autonomous vehicles and robotaxis. Uber said it discontinued operations in the two African markets on September 2, citing changing…
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Africa & World
Guinea-Bissau votes to expand presidential powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau have approved constitutional reforms that significantly strengthen presidential powers ahead of general elections scheduled for December. Provisional results from the electoral commission showed that 70 percent of voters backed the proposed changes, while 30 percent rejected them. Turnout was reported at nearly…
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Business
Zambian farmers urged to follow weather advisories
The Ministry of Agriculture has urged farmers to closely monitor official weather forecasts and agricultural advisories as they prepare for the 2026/2027 farming season. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ministry Principal Public Relations Officer, Balewa Zyuulu, said timely access to weather and agricultural information…
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Politics
Netizens divided as Hichilema calls for unity at inauguration event
President Hakainde Hichilema’s appeal for Zambians to refrain from humiliating those who voted against him has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some praising the message of reconciliation while others argued that political rivals should first accept the election outcome. Speaking during his inauguration…
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Politics
Social Media Trends: Mutinta’s inauguration look wins praise online
First Lady, Mutinta Hichilema’s outfit at President Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many Zambians praising her fashion sense and appearance. Shortly after photographs of the First Lady in her inauguration outfit were shared online as she left the Community…
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Business
Zambia faces risk of below-normal rainfall in Q1, 2027
Zambia faces an increased risk of below-normal rainfall during the first quarter of 2027, raising concerns over agricultural production and food security, according to the Southern African Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF). The January to March 2027 outlook shows that much of central and southern…
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Crime & Courts
Fire guts Buseko market, destroys goods worth millions; two arrested
A devastating fire has destroyed several trading premises at Buseko Market along Lumumba Road in Lusaka’s Matero township, leaving traders counting heavy losses and prompting a multi-agency emergency response. The blaze, believed to have started between 21:30 and 22:30 hours on Sunday, reportedly broke out…
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Politics
Netizens turn inauguration dress code into comedy ahead of President-elect, Hichilema swearing-in
With President-elect Hakainde Hichilema set to be inaugurated on Tuesday at Lusaka’s Heroes Stadium, social media has been flooded with humorous suggestions about what supporters should wear to the historic ceremony. A Facebook post asking, “What are you wearing on Tuesday?” sparked hundreds of witty…
