Charles Mafa
latest news & developmentsZambians weary of sick presidents
Edgar Lungu’s illness is giving life to rumours of alcoholism – and to the opposition’s ambition.
Zambia’s draft constitution fails scrutiny
A draft constitution for Zambia released last month has drawn criticism from an eminent lawyer because of insufficient debate, amongst other things.
Zambia’s 19-year wait for closure
The government has yet to reveal what caused the aeroplane crash that killed the football team
Former first son ‘cannot go home’
Henry Banda of Zambia is staying put in South Africa, citing prejudice against him.
Fugitive Banda son in South Africa
Henry Banda, the son of former Zambia president Rupiah Banda, is wanted by Interpol but he has permanent residence and a business in South Africa.
Zambian VIPs choose SA doctors
Leaders flock south for medical care at taxpayers’ expense as country’s healthcare sector founders.