Zed News Podcast

This is episode 275 of the Zed News Podcast. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 9 articles from 1 sources. The size of the audio file is 4.19 MB. Running time is 4 minutes, 32 seconds. Check out the episode notes for more information, including links to the news sources.

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, Ayanda covers a range of topics from Zambia's sports scene, including the Copper Queens' loss at the Paris Olympics and Margaret Tembo's historic Olympic boxing participation, to political updates on President Hakainde Hichilema's frustration with bureaucracy and a court ruling dismissing a defamation case against News Diggers. In addition, the podcast disc...

In sports, Zambia's National Futsal Team coach calls for more investment in the sport, while Kabange Mupopo signs a professional contract in China. In local news, ZESCO reports low water levels in Lake Kariba, FIFA warns FAZ of sanctions, and Aubrey Chibumba advises NAPSA on equities investments. Agricultural export earnings decrease, with Switzerland as the primary export destination. The educati...

In this episode, we discuss the story of Fwanya the Rhino and the controversy surrounding his horn. We also cover the investigation into the murder of Independent Broadcasting Authority Director General, Guntila Muleya, and the government's financial aid for the drought-affected areas. The Green Buffaloes Women's football team's confidence in qualifying for the CAF Champions League and the Copper...

In today's episode of the Zed News Podcast, the host, Ayanda, covers a range of topics including the article on “Black tax”, Shoprite's sponsorship of the Nkwazi Queens Football Team, and the signing of Ivorian striker Mohamed Soumahoro by NCHANGA Rangers. The podcast also discusses the drug scandal at the Ministry of Health, the match between Zambia's Copper Queens and the US Women's Soccer Team,...

In this episode, we cover notable stories from Zambia, including President Hichilema's agricultural initiative for traditional leaders, the under-17 women's national team preparing for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, the launch of ModziPay by Zynle, and the Zambian athletics team's focus on relay events for the Paris Olympics. We also highlight the partnership between the Office of the Attorney G...

This is episode 269 of the Zed News Podcast. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 25 articles from 4 sources. The size of the audio file is 6.52 MB. Running time is 7 minutes, 5 seconds. Check out the episode notes for more information, including links to the news sources.

This is episode 268 of the Zed News Podcast. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 19 articles from 4 sources. The size of the audio file is 5.01 MB. Running time is 5 minutes, 26 seconds. Check out the episode notes for more information, including links to the news sources.

The Zed News Podcast episode 267 covers 25 news items from Zambia, including the transfer of ministers in the Zambian government, the progress of the Zambia national soccer team, and the development of an African Swine Fever vaccine in Kenya. The episode also discusses the investigation of an attempted rape at Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital and the suspension of the ZAMMSA director ge...

In today's episode, Ayanda discusses various news items, including the normalization of abnormal behaviors in Zambian society, expectations from the 2025 National Budget, fake doctors at UTH, the dissolution of the ACC Board, and Nkana Football Club releasing 11 players. The episode also covers the Zambian government's denial of owing national football team coach Avram Grant and players, the appoi...

Zed News Podcast episode 265: Yo Maps thanks Namibians and Zambians for their support during his arrest, ABSA Marathon anticipates hosting 6,500 runners, Red Arrows advance to CECAFA Cup semi-finals, and NAPSA invests $200 million in Maamba power generation expansion project. The Zambian government seeks to forfeit properties owned by former Zambia Air Force Commander Eric Chimese, and the Anti-Co...

A 28-year-old man was fatally crushed by a concrete mixer in Lusaka, while Harry Findlay, a businessman, has been found with a case to answer for holding more than one passport and possessing forged immigration stamps. Meanwhile, Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, revealed that he does not own a home outside Nigeria. The Electoral Commission of Zambia registered 8,012 voters in June 2024, and th...

This is episode 263 of the Zed News Podcast. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 23 articles from 4 sources. The size of the audio file is 5.43 MB. Running time is 5 minutes, 53 seconds. Check out the episode notes for more information, including links to the news sources.

Episode 262 covers various news stories from Zambia, including the death of a patient from severe pneumonia, calls for live broadcasts of court proceedings, financial struggles of an employee supporting seven families, upcoming CAF Champions League matches, protests by UNZA staff over unpaid dues, ACC's investigation of FIC reported cases, and suggestions to remove incompetent heads of institution...

Zed News Podcast episode 261: UNZA staff threaten strike, AI potential for life sciences, Fashion Sakala extends contract, and PF MPs challenge expulsion. Covering events from July 11th, 2024, this episode features UNZA lecturers protesting for unpaid wages, the Human Rights Commission criticizing the arrest of load-shedding protesters, and the potential of AI to revolutionize life sciences in Afr...

In today's episode, host Ayanda discusses various news items, including the suspension of operations at Royal Park Platinum due to unsanitary conditions, the Kopala One boxing tournament, the arrest of four individuals protesting against loadshedding, the Inter Company Relay, Nchanga Rangers' acquisition of Cameroonian players, the Red Arrows' participation in the CECAFA invitational tournament, a...

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, host Ayanda discusses various news items from Zambia, including the recovery of a pistol from an 18-year-old male juvenile, the ECZ urging polling staff to maintain professionalism during ward by-elections, Minister of Health Sylvia Masebo reporting a case of being recorded without consent, low compliance levels from employers on payment of wages, and the c...

Zambia's credit rating upgrade, caring for the elderly, and exploring nuclear energy are discussed in today's Zed News Podcast episode 258. Also featured are updates on former President Edgar Lungu's eligibility case, the Copper Queens' performance at the Paris Olympic Games, and the government's efforts to address drought impacts and provide services in health and education sectors. Today's editi...

The Zed News Podcast episode 257 discusses various news items, including the release of a book on Michael Sata, coping with relationship betrayals, the Zambia Revenue Authority's Smart Invoice system, FIFA President Gianni Infantino's tribute to Justin Shonga, concerns over proposed changes to Zambia's mining flexicadastre systems, the Zambian women's national football team's friendly match agains...

Zed News Podcast episode 256 features updates on a truck-bus crash victim in Lusaka, police arresting three suspects in a cemetery attack, an affiliate marketing program for betting, the importance of friendships, a court case involving an alleged assault by a PF official, the Zambia We Want party launch, drought response support, security concerns for Zambian judges and magistrates, and the Chipo...

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, host Ayanda discusses various news items from Zambia, including Zambia's signing of a treaty to transform the SADC Parliamentary Forum into the SADC Parliament, a teenager and her infant's suicide by poisoning, and the ongoing load-shedding crisis affecting citizens and businesses. The episode also features stories of childhood sexual abuse, a load-shedding...

In this episode of Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses ZESCO's new load shedding schedule, a harrowing case of child sexual abuse, Christopher Kang'ombe's views on foreign exchange, the Copper Queens' growing international presence, and updates on the Ulemu fighters' performance in Congo DR. The episode also covers the passing of footballer Justin Shonga, the importance of national unity, and the c...

Zed News Podcast episode 253 discusses various news items, including police thwarting a robbery at a Puma filling station, the need for a comprehensive mineral value addition policy, the dangers of sex pills, and the contrast between pre-independence freedom fighters and contemporary politicians. The episode also covers issues in the transport sector, the expansion of the school feeding program, t...

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses Fashion Sakala's impressive goal-scoring record for his Saudi club despite being left out of Zambia's provisional squad for World Cup qualifiers. The Kariba Dam's power generation capacity has significantly decreased, leading to extended load shedding. Fashion Sakala demands respect after being snubbed from the Chipolopolo squad, while Cham...

Zed News Podcast episode 251, hosted by Ayanda, covers three news items from May 23rd, 2024. A 21-year-old woman is arrested for sharing pornographic videos on social media, pension trustees seek to declare former Education Minister David Mabumba bankrupt, and former President Edgar Lungu offers to appear before police while alleging a night ambush plot. Today's edition is presented in English (So...