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Zed News Podcast

Your weekday source for the latest happenings in Zambia (and beyond), the Zed News Podcast is an automated news podcast consisting of AI-powered updates from various Zambian sources. New episodes Monday to Friday between 16:45 and 17:00 CAT.

news & politics

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01:35

Wednesday, May 8th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/08

**Episode 240**In today's episode, Ayanda discusses three news items. First, a 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after allegedly hitting a security guard with a car, who later died. The court is considering granting bail to the teenager, but only after it is determined that he will be safe if released, due to concerns about potential attacks from the deceased's relatives. Second, four people, including a maid and a nutrition administrator, have been sentenced to five years in prison for

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03:59

Tuesday, May 7th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/07

In this episode of Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses various news items including FAZ president Andrew Kamanga's claims of a coordinated plan to discredit the Football House leadership, the Zambian U20 men's handball national team's dominant victory over Namibia, the Africa Boxing Union (ABU) announcing Benin boxer Kouassi Martin Klaklevi as the challenger for Davy Mwale's ABU bantamweight title, and the tragic accident on the Solwezi-Chingola road that resulted in the death of three family

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04:36

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/06

Zed News Podcast episode 238 covers various news stories from May 6th, 2024, including Sensio Banda's call for the UPND government to prioritize citizens' economic needs, the Kabwe Warriors' desire to win the Absa Cup, and the Zambian men's and women's 4x400m relay teams' performance at the Bahamas World Relay Championships. The episode also discusses the Socialist Party's growing popularity, Lumwana Radiant's intentions to challenge for the National Division One title, and the Catholic priest Fr

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04:37

Friday, May 3rd, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/03

This is episode 237 of the Zed News Podcast. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 12 articles from 2 sources. The size of the audio file is 4.26 MB. Running time is 4 minutes, 37 seconds.Check out the episode notes for more information, including links to the news sources.

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03:54

Thursday, May 2nd, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/02

In this episode of Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses various news items, including Red Arrows coach Chisi Mbewe's emphasis on focus for his team's success, the Ministry of Sports' intervention in Football House conflicts, and the Ministry's encouragement for Zambia's relay teams at the Bahamas World Championships. Additionally, the episode covers President Hakainde Hichilema's stance on political handouts to chiefs, former President Edgar Lungu's political advisor Chris Zumani Zimba's lawsuit

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03:40

Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/05/01

In today's episode, Ayanda discusses various news items, including TPAZ's suggestion to focus on planning the best ways to trade mukula, the final U17 squad selection for the FIFA Women's World Cup qualifiers, and concerns over third-party involvement in football activities that could lead to a FIFA ban. The episode also covers the recognition of casual and domestic workers on Labour Day, MAESTRO United's call for FAZ to be accountable for government funds, and criticism of the government for giving

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04:07

Tuesday, April 30th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/30

In the Zed News Podcast episode 234, Ayanda discusses various news items including Reverend Bishop Festus Chulu's emphasis on unity in diversity and the need to combat tribalism in politics, President Hakainde Hichilema's claims about not giving out 'sacks of money' to chiefs, and Levy Ngoma's statement that criminals often claim political victimization when the law catches up with them. The episode also touches on Thabo Kawana's denial of seeking to replace Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius

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02:13

Saturday, April 27th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/27

Zed News Podcast episode 233 features Ayanda discussing the latest developments in Zambian football, including the Red Arrows' impending league title, the postponement of the Football Association of Zambia's Annual General Meeting due to a court injunction, and Barbra Banda's impressive performance for Orlando Pride in the NWSL. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 5 articles from 1 sources. The size of the audio file is 2.07 MB. Running time is 2 minutes, 13

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05:00

Friday, April 26th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/26

In today's episode of the Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses various news items, including the Ndola High Court's injunction of FAZ's Annual General Meeting, NAQEZ's request for an extension of school holiday, a Lusaka engineer's rape accusations, Sports Minister Nkandu's encouragement for Chipolopolo players, and David Mwale's ranking as a WBC bantamweight title contender. Additionally, Miles Sampa seeks to serve contempt of court process on Emmanuel Mwamba via newspaper advert, ZESCO sues Zambia

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03:35

Thursday, April 25th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/25

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, host Ayanda discusses various news items including a 62-year-old man charged with assaulting his wife, President Hakainde Hichilema addressing imported inflation from the Russia-Ukraine war, and the National Health Insurance Management Authority denying allegations of depositing funds into Control 99. The episode also touches on the government's completion of feasibility studies for an electric battery manufacturing plant, the potential redundancy of 150

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05:41

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/24

In today's episode of the Zed News Podcast, host Ayanda discusses various news items including a woman suing Matero Level One Hospital for negligence, Moise Katumbi visiting Rainford Kalaba at UTH, the U17 women's national team coach encouraging her players to qualify for the 2024 U17 FIFA World Cup, Nkwazi coach Dennis Makinka aiming for a top 4 finish in the MTN Super League, the Drug Enforcement Commission arresting FAZ president Andrew Kamanga and General Secretary Reuben Kamanga for money

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04:24

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/23

The Zed News Podcast episode 229 discusses various news items, including the government's disbursement of K30 million for community sports development, FAZ president Andrew Kamanga's warning against match-fixing, and the 31st anniversary of the Gabon disaster. The episode also touches on the consequences of gambling, the imbalance between the number of lawyers and Zambians, and the government's stance on Vedanta selling its KCM shares. Additionally, the podcast covers a conversation between Nchito

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03:49

Monday, April 22nd, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/22

In this episode of the Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses various news items from Monday, April 22nd, 2024. Security firms, including Magnum Security and Arm Secure Security, are accused of deducting statutory obligations from employees' salaries without remitting them to the relevant authorities. Konkola Blades defeated MUZA FC 2-0, while Jean Kapata acknowledged that the Kingsland degazetting was done under the instruction of the Office of the President. Heritage Party leader Chishala Kateka

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06:09

Friday, April 19th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/19

In this episode of Zed News Podcast, Ayanda covers various local and international news stories. Locally, RED Arrows take a 10-point lead in the Super League, the Minister of Sports calls for unity in football administration, and the Health Minister reveals alarming cervical cancer rates. Former Minister of Justice Given Lubinda is acquitted of corruption charges, and the Indian Business Community is urged to invest in Zambia's agriculture sector. In international news, Israeli missiles reportedly

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04:01

Thursday, April 18th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/18

In today's Zed News Podcast episode 226, Ayanda discusses Zambia's commitment to fiscal economic reforms and good governance, as well as the FAO Director-General's emphasis on transforming Africa's agri-food systems. Power Dynamos and Nkana improve their league standings, while the Japanese government pledges a $1.5 billion investment in Zambia's mining sector. AMREF Africa urges stronger links between climate change and health, and the US bans four former Malawi officials over corruption

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08:07

Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/17

Zambia's government requests K23 billion for drought response; Kenneth Kaunda Day Marathon celebrates first Republican President; Zambia exits Futsal AFCON after Morocco defeat; boxer Chinyemba wins Sportsman of the Year award; ACC commissioner resigns; and other news from Zambia. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 21 articles from 4 sources. The size of the audio file is 7.47 MB. Running time is 8 minutes, 7 seconds.Check out the episode notes for more

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03:55

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/16

In the Zed News Podcast episode 224, Ayanda discusses various news items including Wynter Kabimba's criticism of President Hakainde Hichilema's economic policies, the Economics Association of Zambia's call for textbook economics application, and the Zambian delegation's participation in the IMF and World Bank Group Spring Meetings. Other topics include Red Arrows' challenge to win the MTN Super League and ABSA Cup, the Munali Suns' victory in the Zambia International Basketball Tournament, and the

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04:01

Monday, April 15th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/15

In episode 223 of the Zed News Podcast, Ayanda discusses the latest news from Zambia, including President Hakainde Hichilema's comments on the country's debt and the new Buteko Market in Kantanshi Constituency. Former President Edgar Lungu expresses concern over widespread hunger, while Tasila Lungu faces questions about her finances and the acquisition of a farm. The Drug Enforcement Commission challenges Tasila to provide evidence of her father's involvement in the purchase, and ZESCO Limited

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06:34

Friday, April 12th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/12

Zambia's Copper Queens qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and the team's captain, Barbra Banda, is promoted by the Zambia Army Commander. Meanwhile, 22 Chinese nationals and their Zambian recruits are arrested for engaging in a sophisticated internet fraud syndicate. The Zambia Information and Communication Technology Authority (ZICTA) blocks 140,000 SIM cards used by scammers, and the Zambia Agriculture Research Institute (ZARI) adopts innovative technologies to tackle challenges like plant

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06:42

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Zed News Podcast ·

2024/04/11

Zed News Podcast episode 221 features news items on the Copper Queens' Olympic qualification, the Zambian futsal team's World Cup qualifier, a Pakistani national's court appearance, restructuring Zesco for energy diversification, a libel case involving a former Judiciary research advocate, the league lead of Red Arrows, salutes to the Copper Queens, Chinese contributions in Zambia, criticism of former president Edgar Lungu, and various other local and international news. Today's edition is presented

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