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Concerns Mount As Business Cartels Proliferate, Controlling Commodity Pricing, Warns Ccpc

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has expressed growing apprehension over the escalating presence of business cartels that exert influence over commodity pricing, adversely impacting consumers. The commission is alarmed by the surge in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) actively engaging in cartel formations, leading to unfair trade practices across various sectors.

18 Jan 2024, 4:57 pm

Current Affairs

Director of Public Prosecutions Enters Nolle Prosequi in False Pretenses Case Involving Sederick Kasanda and Others

In a recent development, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has entered a nolle prosequi in a case where Sederick Kasanda and co-accused were facing charges of obtaining money by false pretenses. The case, involving Kasanda, Dominic Twinjika, Treasure Malandala, and Luwowoshi Mining Limited, was brought before the Lusaka Magistrate’s Court.

18 Jan 2024, 4:41 pm

Politics and Government

President Hichilema Announces Legislation to Prevent Sale of Mining Licenses to Foreigners, Emphasizing Empowerment of Zambians

In a bid to empower Zambians and ensure local ownership of mines, President Hakainde Hichilema has announced plans to introduce a new law prohibiting the sale of mining licenses to foreigners. The president emphasized the government’s commitment to fostering economic expansion through the reinvestment of profits within the country.

18 Jan 2024, 4:26 pm

Crime and Courts

Military Officer Testifies in Child Abuse Case: Step-Mother Arrested After Soldier Locates Abused Child

18 Jan 2024, 10:11 am

Egyptian Businessman Who Tried Smuggling Gold And Cash Volunteered Surrender

16 Jan 2024, 12:45 pm

Investigation Launched After 30 Bags of Fertilizer Go Missing from Ndola Cooperative

15 Jan 2024, 12:37 pm

Health and Wellness

ZRA Donates K500,000 Plus Medical Supplies to Assist Zambia’s Cholera Response

17 Jan 2024, 4:11 pm

Zambia Launches Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign to Combat Outbreak

17 Jan 2024, 3:49 pm

Opening of Zambian Colleges of Education Postponed Due to Cholera Outbreak

15 Jan 2024, 12:32 pm

Politics and Government

Authorities Struggle to Locate Former Zambian State House Advisor Evading Arrest

16 Jan 2024, 2:30 pm

Zambian Opposition Leader to Present Mutiny Case Defense on Valentine’s Day

16 Jan 2024, 12:41 pm

Zambian State Defends Withdrawing Ex-President Lungu’s Pension Perks

15 Jan 2024, 1:28 pm

From the latest file

Current Affairs

Family Refutes Rumors of Suicide in Death of Former Zambian Minister Shikapwasha

LUSAKA, Zambia — The family of late Zambian security official Lt. Gen. Ronnie Shikapwasha, who died Monday from gunshot wounds, explicitly denied circulating media speculation that the ex-minister took his own life.

17 Jan 2024, 3:55 pm

Business and Economy

ZNS Makes Headway Rehabilitating Mulobezi Township Roads

MULOBEZI, Zambia — A major road rehabilitation project undertaken by the Zambia National Service (ZNS) is advancing smoothly in the township area of Sichili located in Mulobezi District.

16 Jan 2024, 1:11 pm

Sports

Chipolopolo Striker Fashion Sakala Believes Zambia Can Advance at AFCON

LUSAKA, Zambia — According to striker Fashion Sakala, the Zambian national team Chipolopolo has what it takes to make it out of their group at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament.

15 Jan 2024, 12:34 pm

News

Bola Tinubu Emerges Victorious in Nigerian Presidential Election Amidst Controversy and Opposition Calls for Rerun

Image Credit Aljazeera The recently concluded Nigerian presidential election has been marred by controversy and allegations of fraud and rigging. Bola Tinubu, a former governor of Lagos state and a leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) party, emerged victorious with 36% of the vote, followed by Atiku Abubakar with 29% and Peter Obi with 25%.

1 Mar 2023, 10:56 pm