Monetary Policy Easing: A Turning Point for Zambia’s Recovery? By Prof. Lubinda Haabazoka
BoZ cuts policy rate to 13.5% as inflation continues to ease
Local Authority Public Relations Officers honours three Permanent Secretaries for advancing Public Relations in local authorities.
President Hakainde Hichilema calls for Africa-led IMF programmes at Mining Indaba.
Diesel and Petrol consumers saved K12.96 b and K4.26 b over the past 12 Months
Woman charged with child stealing after DNA test excludes her as mother.
UNZA student injured by motorist while crossing the road
BoZ money truck crashes near Mulungushi University.
Zambia and Ghana First ladies to enhance their partners.
Man fleeing elephants killed in crocodile attack on Luangwa River, police say
Dr Musokotwane endorses President Hichilema’s mining indaba address as reforms drive investment and jobs
SA Supreme Court to hear ECL burial case
Former Defence PS loses US$24million farm to the State
Late President’s son, Dalisto Lungu’s, 20 properties and 79 cars forfeited to the State
President Hichilema to secure more investment and jobs for Zambians at the 2026 Mining Indaba in South Africa
Woman charged with child stealing after DNA test excludes her as mother.
UNZA student injured by motorist while crossing the road
BoZ money truck crashes near Mulungushi University.
Police dismiss fake recruitment claims.
Man fleeing elephants killed in crocodile attack on Luangwa River, police say
Power Dynamos boost quarterfinal hopes with Berkane win.
Power Dynamos back in business
Zesco United suffer elimination
Lusaka Fitness Squad’s heartwaring initiative raises K63,015 for National Heart Hospital, supporting child-friendly facilities and resources.
15-year-old female footballer dies during National Division women’s match in Kabwe
1xBet Christmas Road Show is where your dreams come true!
Time to Win Big – Megapari is officially in Zambia!
Megapari Joined the Celebration at the Nc’wala Ceremony in Zambia
22Bet Zambia: Sculpting the Future of Sports and Casino Gaming
Discover the King of DRAG with 1XBET
Published
on
By
POLICE have charged a 44-year-old Lusaka woman with child stealing after DNA analysis proved that she is not the biological mother of a six-week-old baby allegedly abducted in Kanyama Compound last year.
The suspect, identified as Esther Musonda Phiri, is accused of stealing the infant on October 28 last year in the Mbasela area of Kanyama Compound.
In November, police apprehended Ms Phiri after she was identified as the suspect during an identification parade.
Investigations revealed that Ms Phiri allegedly renamed the child “Jenipher Monta Mwila” and forged documents, including an Under-Five Card, which she used to falsely claim the baby as her own.
Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi confirmed that DNA analysis conducted by the National Forensic Science and Biometrics Department established that Ms Phiri is not the child’s mother.
Mr Chilabi said biological samples were obtained from the child, the complainant Astridah Chanda, and the suspect in line with Zambia Police Service standard operating procedures.
He said that on February 4, 2026, police received results confirming that Ms Chanda is the biological mother of the child, while Ms Phiri was conclusively excluded.
“As a result, the suspect has been formally charged with Child Stealing, contrary to Section 171(1)(a) of the Penal Code, Chapter 87 of the Laws of Zambia,” Mr Chilabi said.
He added that investigations into additional charges of Forgery, contrary to Section 347, and Uttering False Documents, contrary to Section 352 of the Penal Code, in relation to the falsified Under-Five Card, are ongoing.
Mr Chilabi confirmed that the child remains under the temporary care of the Department of Social Welfare pending the outcome of court proceedings.
(Mwebantu, Tuesday, 10th Februray, 2026)
UNZA student injured by motorist while crossing the road
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Published
on
By
A 20-year-old University of Zambia(UNZA) Great East Road campus student is nursing serious injuries after being hit by a Toyota Mark X as she was crossing the road within campus.
Zanele Sichoonga sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital while a an irate instant justice mob of suspected students pounced on the driver.
Police Public relations officer Godfrey Chilabi said in a statement the accused happened on February 7, 2026, around 03:30 hours, within UNZA Great East Campus.
“The pedestrian sustained serious injuries after being hit by a motor vehicle and was rushed to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital, where she is currently admitted and receiving medical treatment,” Mr Chilabi said.
He names the driver of the Toyota Mark X, registration number CAG 1877, as Stephen Lombe, aged 29, of Chamba Valley.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident occurred when the pedestrian was crossing the road and was hit by an oncoming motor vehicle
“Following the accident, a group of suspected students allegedly mobbed and assaulted the driver and damaged the motor vehicle.
“Police officers rushed to the scene and rescued the driver from the mob. He sustained injuries and was taken to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital, where he was treated and later discharged,” Mr Chilabi said.
And the Zambia Police Service has dismissed as false information circulating on social media alleging that the driver involved in this accident is the son of the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Honourable Jack Mwiimbu.
Mr Chilabi sia father information is false, malicious, and misleading.
“There is no relationship between the driver and the Minister.
The Service strongly condemns the deliberate spread of malicious falsehood and and urges members of the public to disregard these false claims,” he said.
Police investigations are ongoing, and the driver is awaiting formal charges.
(Mwebantu, Sunday, 8th Februray, 2026)
Published
on
By
A Bank of Zambia (BoZ) money truck has been involved in a road traffic accident on the Great North Road near Mulungushi University.
Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said the accident occurred on February 6, 2026, around 15:00 hours and involved a Mercedes-Benz Actros ALF 1667 owned by the Bank of Zambia, which was travelling towards Kabwe.
Mr Chilabi said the truck sustained damage to the front cabin and container.
He said the driver and a passenger sustained minor injuries and were rushed to Kabwe Central Hospital for treatment before being discharged.
“Preliminary investigations suggest that excessive speed may have contributed to the accident, as the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, veered off the road and overturned,” Mr Chilabi said.
Meanwhile, police in Lusaka recorded a fatal road traffic accident that occurred on February 6, 2026, around 23:00 hours along Church Road at the Flyover Bridge.
Mr Chilabi said the accident involved a motorcyclist who was travelling towards the Central Business District.
“The victim, an unidentified male motorcyclist estimated to be between 30 and 35 years old, sustained fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. The body is in the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) mortuary pending postmortem examination and identification,” he said.
He said the motorcycle was extensively damaged and the cause of the accident remains under investigation.
Mr Chilabi appealed to members of the public to assist police in identifying the deceased.
“Anyone with information is urged to contact the nearest police station,” he said.
(Mwebantu, Sunday, 8th Februray, 2026)
Published
on
By
THE first ladies of Zambia and Ghana, Mutinta Hichilema and Lordina Mahama have pledged to continue collaborating in a quest to advance initiatives that seek to empower women and girls.
Ms Hichilema has reaffirmed her commitment to partnering with her Ghanian counterpart to ensure that initiatives under their offices respond to the needs of the vulnerable.
She said this in an online statement announcing her meeting with visiting Ghanaian First Lady.
“….we had the pleasure of engaging in warm discussions with the First Lady of Ghana, Madam Lordina Mahama. We shared the initiatives our Office is advancing across Zambia, including women and girls’ empowerment, ending child marriage, and improving maternal and infant health,” Ms Hichilema said.
She said her office reaffirmed commitment to continued cooperation and look forward to collaborating further to uplift our communities, especially women and youth.
“We are eager to learn more about the Lordina Foundation and its inspiring work for underprivileged children and women in Ghana. Through valuable collaborations, we can achieve much more for our people. 🇿🇲 🇬🇭” Ms Hichilema said.
The posting is accompanied by pictures of herself and Ms Mahama, both clad is beautiful and colour African chitenge fabric.
(Mwebantu, Friday, 6th Februray, 2026
© Copyright © 2025 Mwebantu. All Rights Reserved. Zambia’s leading Social news platform.
Woman charged with child stealing after DNA test excludes her as mother.
