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CTPD, TJNA applaud Parley for passing Tobacco Control Bill

CTPD, TJNA applaud Parley for passing Tobacco Control Bill

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THE Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA) and the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD) have commended Parliament for adopting the Tobacco Control Bill No. 40 of 2025. This follows a unanimous vote for its passage during the third reading held on May 4, 2026. According to a

Sampa abandons Matero, eyes Chawama, Lima constituencies

Sampa abandons Matero, eyes Chawama, Lima constituencies

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MATERO PF MP Miles Sampa has announced that he is likely to run for election in either the Chawama or Lima constituencies. In a Facebook post, Tuesday, Sampa stated that on May 18, he would appear with his supporters from one of the two constituencies to show their backing for hi

HH courts French investors

HH courts French investors

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PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has urged the French private sector to invest in Africa and help create opportunities for its people. The President has also urged investors to take full advantage of the policy and legal reforms his government has introduced across various sectors. M

Govt withdraws Public Holidays Bill

Govt withdraws Public Holidays Bill

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ACTING Leader of Government Business Jack Mwiimbu yesterday withdrew the Public Holidays (Amendment) Bill No. 76 of 2026 from the National Assembly. In his debate, Mwiimbu clarified that the Bill’s intention was not to abolish existing holidays but to eliminate the practice of gr

News Diggers Edition 2253 Wednesday May 13, 2026

News Diggers Edition 2253 Wednesday May 13, 2026

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Parliament adjourns, dissolves Friday ahead of Aug. 13 elections

Parliament adjourns, dissolves Friday ahead of Aug. 13 elections

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THE 13th Session of the National Assembly adjourned sine die yesterday and will be dissolved Friday ahead of the Aug. 13 general elections, as required by the Constitution. Speaker Nelly Mutti adjourned the House after a session marked by extended sittings and weekend debates as

Parliament raises public gathering threshold to seven people

Parliament raises public gathering threshold to seven people

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PARLIAMENT on yesterday raised the minimum number of people required to constitute a public gathering from three to seven under the newly passed Public Gatherings Bill of 2026. Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu said the amendment responded to public concern

Toyota Launches Proactive Takata Airbag Safety Campaign

Toyota Launches Proactive Takata Airbag Safety Campaign

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In a continued commitment to customer safety and global corporate responsibility, Toyota Division under the CFAO Mobility Zambia Limited, has announced a special service campaign affecting selected vehicles equipped with Takata front airbag inflators. The campaign covers driver a

Napsa host Zanaco in Lusaka Derby

Napsa host Zanaco in Lusaka Derby

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THE MTN Super League roars back to life today after a euphoric ABSA Cup final hiatus, as Napsa Stars host Zanaco at the Reiz Arena in Lusaka in a week 32 encounter. Napsa head into this game shifting uncomfortably in their 16th-place seat on the Super League table, with one releg