Health
What Does Kratom Do? Benefits, Uses, Side Effects… Does it Help?
Kratom has gained widespread attention in recent years as a natural botanical with a variety of benefits. While it’s been used for centuries in Southeast Asia, it’s only recently...
Health
Minister Of Health Officially Opens CFB Medical Centre New Wing
Minister of Health, Elijah Muchima, says government has prioritised health care as a key pillar of national development.
Dr Muchima says the government is investing...
General News
Bill Gates’ $200 Billion Pledge to Africa
On June 2, 2025, the Nelson Mandela Hall in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, buzzed with anticipation as Bill Gates, Chair of the Bill & Melinda...
Health
Expired Menstrual Products Pose Health Risk, ZABS Warns
Lusaka, Zambia – The Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS) has issued a critical warning on the health dangers posed by expired menstrual hygiene products,...
Health
Munsanje Calls for Decentralized Health Hiring to Empower Local Volunteers
Munsanje Calls for Decentralized Health Hiring to Empower Local Volunteers
Lusaka, Zambia - Health consultant and public sector advocate Joseph Munsanje has urged the Ministry...
Health
China Steps In to Boost Zambia’s Health Sector
China Steps In to Boost Zambia’s Health Sector
LUSAKA – May 23, 2025 Zambia has entered a new phase of healthcare diplomacy as China pledges...
Health
RPP Welcomes China’s Support in Strengthening Zambia’s HIV Response
The Republican Progressive Party (RPP) acknowledges the critical importance of collaborative partnerships in addressing Zambia’s public health priorities, including the fight against HIV, malaria,...
Headlines
Why It’s Hard to Believe the US Embassy Report on Drugs in Zambia
By Steve Kabani
As of May 2025, Zambia has a total of 2,009 registered retail pharmacies (ZAMRA 2025). The recent US embassy report claims that...
Columns
Mzungu Alila: The Shortest Day in Zambia’s History
By Gregory Mofu
“Jesus wept.” — John 11:35
The shortest verse in the Bible. Yet, behind its brevity lies a depth of sorrow too heavy for...
General News
CCS Workers Cry Foul Over Restricted Access to Health Facilities
Chambishi Copper Smelter’s decision to restrict health facilities where employees can seek medical attention and get sick notes has raised worries among workers and...
General News
President Hichilema Empowers Southern Province With 595 BP and Glucose Testing Machines
President Hichilema Empowers Southern Province With 595 BP and Glucose Testing Machines
In a bold show of commitment to strengthening Zambia’s healthcare system at the...