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President Edgar Lungu has challenged investigative wings that probe corruption cases to be serious and conclusive in their operations. President Lungu said those tasked with investigating such matters should inform him when they face challenges so that they can be provided with the help needed to execute their duties. The Head of State made these remarks at State House in Lusaka today during a swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed Permanent Secretaries. “Right now there is talk of government being corrupt, no we are not corrupt but what is becoming obvious is that those who make noise ab...

Zambian President Edgar Lungu has sacked six permanent secretaries in the country. In a statement issued by State House on Tuesday, the President sacked the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Health, Ms. Mulalelo Kakulubelwa, and her Local Government counterpart, Edward Chomba. Others are – Auxilia Ponga (Tourism), Stardy Mwale, (Cabinet Office), Joe Kapembwa (Youth, Sports and Child Development), and Charles Sipanje (Northern Province). Lungu also promoted directors from different ministries to fill the gaps created by the sack of the officials. Those promoted are Lennox Kalonde, who w...

The suspects are alleged to have damaged window panes for some houses in George Compound. Police Spokesperson Esther Katongo confirmed in a press statement to the media yesterday that suspects identified as Kennedy Mbao, John Phiri, Cosmas Bwanda, Joseph Phiri, and Mwila Banda all of George Compound have been charged with malicious damage of property. Ms Katongo said they have all been detained in police custody awaiting court appearance. She disclosed that one of the accused persons was found with a sharp knife and it has been kept as an exhibit. The Police Spokesperson revealed that there h...

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