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30/08/2025

The rhythm is getting louder! Clyde and Mumba's Local Rhythms Countdown is on from 6-9 PM on Phoenix 89.5 FM or online at www.phoenixfm.co.zm. Tune in for the hottest local tracks, conversations with our special guests and the big reveal of our Song of the Month. You won't want to miss it!

30/08/2025

30/08/2025

Sound of the Weekend with Blaze kicks off from 14:00 hours on Phoenix 89.5 FM.

30/08/2025

AIPAC DEMANDS ACTION ON SINO METALS OVER ALLEGED POLLUTION REPORT COVER-UP

By Michael Kaluba

The Acton Institute for Policy Analysis Centre-AIPAC has called on the Government to fine Sino Metals Limited and suspend its operations following revelations that the mine lied about the extent of the impact of the recent dam collapse at the company’s site.

AIPAC executive director Solomon Ngoma has accused Sino Metals of lying to authorities and failing to disclose impact assessment reports, which he says has endangered surrounding communities.

Mr. Ngoma says the Zambia Environmental Management Agency-ZEMA and the Ministry of Mines, must investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure those responsible are held accountable while urging the Government to facilitate compensation and support to affected families.

He has also called for wider transparency in the mining sector, saying the failure to inform the public about potential risks of the Sino Metals pollution of the Kafue river, amounted to a betrayal of citizens’ rights to environmental safety and public health.

The AIPAC executive director has also urged the Government to hold the Chinese Government accountable for the actions of its companies operating in Zambia.

PHOENIX NEWS

30/08/2025

KANCHIBIYA CHIEFS CALL FOR EMBATTLED BILL 7 TO PROCEED DEMANDING DELIMITATION

By Michael Kaluba

Chiefs in kanchibiya district have urged the government to proceed with the constitution amendment process to allow for the delimitation of constituencies.

The call was made yesterday when the speaker of the national assembly, Nelly Mutti, paid a courtesy call on Senior Chief Kopa, Chief Luchembe, Chief Kabinga and Chief Mpepo during her tour of Muchinga province.

Speaking on behalf of the traditional leaders, Chief Kabinga said the delimitation of constituencies would promote equitable distribution of resources and fast-track development across the country.

The chiefs also commended President Hakainde Hichilema and his administration for increasing the Constituency Development Fund -CDF- allocation to K36.1 million, saying Kanchibiya district has recorded unprecedented progress as a result.

Ms. Mutti is on a provincial tour where she is visiting all constituency offices to check on their operations and engage with stakeholders.

PHOENIX NEWS

30/08/2025

Get ready to groove into the weekend with on Weekend Rhythms! Tune in from 10am-2pm on Radio Phoenix 89.5 FM or stream live on www.phoenixfm.co.zm

30/08/2025

DEFENCE FORCES RAMP UP FARMING EFFORTS TO ENSURE FOOD SECURITY

By Nelson Zulu

Defence Minister Ambrose Lufuma says the defence wings are working rigorously to ensure food security is not compromised even amidst Maize exports.

Mr. Lufuma has told Phoenix News that in an event the country is adversely hit with climatic conditions that affect agricultural activities, the defence wings are ramping up their hectarage of cultivation from the over 900 hectares cultivated this year to over 2,000 hectares next year.

He says as part of this target, the defence wings will commence irrigation farming to cushion any possible shortfall that may arise due to weather unpredictability in the next farming season.

Mr. Lufuma is hopeful that the targeted farming expansions which the defence wings intend to cultivate, will aid in sustaining Zambia’s food security in the long run and make it the hub of agricultural bumper harvests.

The minister has expressed confidence in the defence forces’ ability to take on the challenge, stating that cultivating over 2,000 hectares is achievable.

PHOENIX NEWS

30/08/2025

LABOUR COMMISSIONER SAYS MINIMUM WAGE IMPLEMENTATION ON TRACK BUT CHALLENGES PERSIST AMONG UNIONIZED WORKERS

By Nelson Zulu

Labour commissioner Givens Muntengwa has disclosed that the new minimum wages, which came into effect on April 11, 2025, are being fairly implemented by employers, with satisfactory compliance among non-unionized workers.

The new wages, enacted through statutory instrument no. 3 of 2025, set the basic minimum wage for Bus drivers at K3,000 up from K2,200, and K4,000 up from K3,000 for truck drivers.

Mr. Muntengwa has however indicated that challenges have arisen with unionized workers covered by collective bargaining agreements.

He has explained that there have been challenges with unionized workers, due to collective bargaining agreements, which set terms and conditions of service through negotiations between employers and unions, rather than directly adjusted by the minimum wage instrument.

Mr. Muntengwa indicates that the ministry will continue to monitor the implementation of the statutory instrument through detection, complaints of non-compliance and follow-up some entities defying the directive.

PHOENIX NEWS

30/08/2025

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29/08/2025

Tomorrow on the Local Rhythms Countdown! Clyde and Mumba will be joined by special guest Runnel. Tune in from 6-9 PM for an exciting show.
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