Daily Archives: September 2, 2018

Chomba should be honest about his PhD – Tayali

Water Development Permanent Secretary Eddie Chomba has been challenged to publicize his PhD to prove to the nation that his qualifications are genuine. Opposition Economic and Equity Party (EEP) leader Chilufya Tayali wants Bishop Chomba to be honest about his qualifications as any dignified clergyman of his level can do amidst accusations. Mr. Tayali says the EEP has reason to ...

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Kalomo man kills wife’s lover with steel bar

A 28 years old man has been murdered on suspicion of having an extra marital affair with another man’s wife in Kalomo District. Southern Province Police Commissioner Bonnie Kapeso has confirmed in a statement that Japhet Chilindile of macraymond compound of Kalomo was killed on Saturday night. Mr. Kapeso has told Q-News in a statement that this was after being ...

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Zambians in South Africa form a transport company

Zambians in South Africa have come together in business to form a company that will purchase a 15 ton truck and 17 ton trailer. The logistics business will take advantage of the corridor between Zambia and South Africa. The ZASA Sourcing and Logistics PTY LTD will be a trusted company that will deliver goods timely, efficiently, effectively and where trust ...

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Persons with disabilities feel left in governance -HRC

The Human Rights Commission (HRC) has called for physical representation of persons with disabilities in various national governance structures. HRC spokesperson Mweelwa Muleya says this is in order to give them a sense of belonging and also promote an inclusive system of governance for sustainable development. Mr.  Muleya  says the Commission received complaints from persons with disabilities countrywide that they ...

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UK PM: No compromise with EU on Brexit plan

Theresa May has insisted she will not be forced into watering down her Brexit plan during negotiations with the EU. Writing in the Sunday Telegraph, the prime minister says she will “not be pushed” into compromises on her Chequers agreement that are not in the “national interest”. But Mrs May also warns she will not “give in” to those calling ...

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EAZ warns against disclosing Eurobond refinancing terms

The Economics Association of Zambia (EAZ) says it is opposed to calls that government publicizes the terms for the refinancing of the US$750 million Eurobond. EAZ president Lubinda Habaazoka says he does not personally think it will be wise for government to disclose the terms for refinancing of this bond. Dr. Habaazoka says disclosing the interest rates and tenures  of ...

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Zambia vs Gunvor arbitral proceedings in London – Chola

Arbitral proceedings have begun in a matter Zambia has been sued in the Permanent Court of Arbitration(PCA) by oil trading company Gunvor of South Africa over an oil deal. Energy Permanent Secretary Emelda Chola has confirmed that proceedings are being heard in London, United Kingdom (UK). In an interview by telephone Brigadier General Chola has told QTV News the matter ...

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