The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. At least one person has died after contracting the virus in the country’s north-east, the WHO says. The Congolese health ministry had notified the WHO of a “lab-confirmed case” of Ebola, it added on Twitter. More…
BY NAMUKALE KAPENDE Traders at Mtendere’s Kazimai market have cried foul over the uncollected Garbage that is piling up at the trading centre. The traders lamented that the uncollected garbage is posing danger to the health of traders and their customers. In an interview with a Komboni Radio News crew…
BY RUTH MUMBA Southern Africa Center for Constructive Resolution of Disputes (SACCORD) Executive Director Boniface Chembe has expressed disappointment with the approved 75 percent hike in electricity tariffs. In an interview with Komboni radio news, Mr. Chembe notes that the electricity tariff adjustment will only affect domestic consumers and not…
BY NELLY BOTA Women in Lusaka’s George compound say they have not accessed any empowerment funds despite having been promised by their civic leaders during the run up to the 2016 general elections. Speaking in an interview with komboni radio news, the women have wondered why their area councilor has…
BY SYLVESTER KAUMBA Lusaka residents say the projected Maize bumper harvest should translate into cheaper mealie meal price if it is to be appreciated. Speaking in an interview with Komboni radio news today, residents say the bumper harvest should not only remain in figures but should be felt by the…