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14/12/2025

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14/12/2025

MOTORBIKE RIDERS IN MUFULIRA CRY FOUL OVER MISTREATMENT ON ROADS

By Mary Chileshe

Motorbike riders in Mufulira have voiced concerns over alleged mistreatment by other road users, saying they are often not recognized as legitimate participants on the road.

Joseph Chisunka, one of the riders, noted that taxi and canter drivers frequently disregard motorbike operators despite the sector’s role in creating employment for young people.

While he commended government efforts to empower youths through motorbike riding, he lamented that some motorists accuse riders of taking away business leading to deliberate obstruction and unsafe driving practices.

Another rider, Peter Kapaya, highlighted the dangers posed when motorists stray into lanes designated for motorbikes, creating hazardous conditions. He added that even in situations where drivers are clearly at fault, riders are often unfairly blamed.

Kapaya has since appealed to the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) to introduce education and awareness programmes for both motorists and motorbike riders. He stressed that mutual respect is vital, as all road users are simply striving to earn a living

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14/12/2025

FIRE DESTROYS A PUB IN MUFULIRA'S BUTONDO AREA AS OWNER APPEALS FOR HELP

By Kalonje Mumba

A Pub in Mufulira’s Butondo area has been reduced to ashes after a fire swept through the building early this morning, with the cause of the blaze still unknown.

Owner Charity Chisulo told Mafken News that she received a call at around 06:00 hours alerting her that her business was on fire. She rushed to the scene but found the structure already fully engulfed in flames.

Ms. Chisulo says she has lost all her property, including fridges, a television set and a sound system valued at about K10,000.

She explained that, as a widow who relies on the pub to support her children, the loss has left her devastated and she is appealing to well-wishers for assistance to rebuild.

Meanwhile, area councillor Angel Musakula has called for a thorough police investigation, stressing that if foul play is suspected, those responsible must be held to account.

14/12/2025

BLAME THE WHITE MAN

By Kwangu Manda

There is a common narrative which, if not intricately understood, may not help us see things as they actually are. It is a popular thought in our society that most of Africa’s internal problems have a Western, or more descriptively, the white man’s hand behind them.

To understand our systemic problem at a macro scale, we must first look at it through a microcosmic lens — reflected in day to day institutional settings. The lack of professionalism, transparency, and accountability in most institutions is not because of the white man’s hand, but is instead indicative of the absence of a larger, well designed model that the former needs to be driven by.

It is loosely misconstrued that race is a determinant of our moral compass and this notion blinds us from seeing the real problem in present day Africa.

We ignore how slavery was a practice in pre-colonial times and that different ethnic groupings enslaved, r***d, and pillaged each other. We assume that third-world status is because of the white man’s agenda against Africa, but get confused when we see Eastern powers come for us. This shows that there is a predator-prey problem going on rather than a racial one: a phenomena interwoven across different stratas.

We adopted systems that were designed to superimpose imperialist authority. This created a slippery slope for post-colonial leaders rather than a transformative opportunity: the players changed, but the game remained the same. African leaders followed the very pattern they fought against.

As a consequence, there has been a perpetuity to this day. When power and systems are left unchecked, being white or black isn’t the remedy: for the remedy lies in a conscious restraint from the wiles thereof. Japan, South Korea, and Singapore emerged in the same dispensations as many African states — with inadequate natural resources and similar to worse economic/political conditions. They did not blame the white man, neither should we.

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13/12/2025

CAAC slams 2025 anti-corruption fight

By Kaziwe Napanje

Community Action Against Corruption (CAAC) has described the 2025 fight against corruption as pathetic, arguing that the current efforts fall far short of public expectations.

Speaking to Mafken News, CAAC Executive Director Brightone Tembo disputed claims that the anti-corruption fight is progressing well, stating that the picture being painted by authorities is false and does not reflect the reality on the ground.

Mr Tembo further said the 2025 fight against corruption has been one-sided, noting that investigations involving some high-profile figures and ministries have not been followed up.

He urged authorities to intensify the fight against corruption, warning that continued mismanagement of public resources has negatively affected national development while leaving Zambians to suffer, adding that the current approach mirrors that of the PF regime.

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13/12/2025

Kankoyo MP urges party supporters to embrace unity seen among Mufulira MPs

By Fridah Chalwe

Kankoyo Member of Parliament Heartson Mabeta has called on supporters of different political parties to emulate the unity and cooperation demonstrated by their leaders.

Speaking on Mafken FM’s Xpress chit chat Review, Mr Mabeta said the three Members of Parliament in Mufulira District work together closely, complementing one another by recognising each other’s strengths and weaknesses.

He encouraged party supporters to take a cue from this approach, stressing that despite political differences, the MPs remain united and focused on delivering development for the people.

Mr Mabeta said his appeal is aimed at fostering harmony among party supporters, reflecting the spirit of cooperation that exists among Mufulira’s elected representatives.

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13/12/2025

Kitwe Residents praise ZCSA efforts on packaged water safety

By Respite Kaoma

Residents of Kitwe district, have hailed the Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA)'s efforts to efforts to ensure the safety of packaged water on the market.
Speaking to Mafken News, Beauty Musonda and Juliet Mulenga said consumers value the peace of mind that comes with knowing the water they drink is safe.

They noted that many residents now pay closer attention to packaging integrity and expiry dates before buying packaged water.

Another resident, Mary Mwila, urged shop owners to take responsibility by stocking only packaged water that meets ZCSA standards. Kalumba Mwewa, on the other hand, raised concern over the continued presence of unlabelled packaged water on the market, which he said puts consumers at risk.

Some residents admitted they were not fully aware of the agency’s role.

Emmanuel Chanda called on ZCSA to intensify public sensitisation so that consumers can better understand which products are regulated and why it matters.

Meanwhile, ZCSA Communications and Public Relations Manager Brian Hatyoka assured consumers that the agency remains committed to protecting public health.

He said ZCSA will continue monitoring products on the market and engaging stakeholders to ensure compliance with compulsory standards.

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13/12/2025

Mufulira Mayor, Tanaeli Kamanga has urged marketeers to refrain from abandoning the government-built shelters in the CBD.

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13/12/2025

Butondo township residents lament the high charges by Mulonga Water, despite the area only receiving 1-2 hrs of water supply a day

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13/12/2025

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