The long-awaited judgment in the high-profile case against former Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Malanji and former Secretary to the Treasury Fredson Yamba is now confirmed for delivery on 3rd September 2025, following multiple adjournments, including one triggered by a medical note vigorously challenged by Principal State Prosecutor Ms. Mwangala Mwala The duo faces ten counts of wilful failure to follow procedure and possession of suspected proceeds of crime. The case had faced yet another delay on 1st September when the court did not sit. This came after an earlier adjournment on 22nd August, which was granted only after the defence submitted a medical note claiming Malanji was suddenly ill. Prosecutor Mwala immediately challenged the document, highlighting critical inconsistencies: it referred to the accused as “Joel Malanji” instead of “Joseph Malanji” and failed to state the nature of the illness. She

The 2025 Third Annual Prosecutors’ Conference came to a sobering close with a powerful address by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Gilbert A. Phiri, SC, who minced no words in delivering a clear message to all officers that integrity is non-negotiable. The DPP took to the podium moments after a thought-provoking presentation titled “Prevention of Corruption in the Prosecution Service” delivered by Ms. Glenda Mungalaba, Chief Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The presentation had ignited lively debate with one participant pointedly asking why internal cases of corruption within the ACC rarely make it into the public domain. In response, Mr. Phiri delivered a stirring closing statement, dispelling any illusions of leniency or double standards within the justice system. “Let me be very clear,” he began. “Any officer found on the wrong side of the law

The warm August evening air in Lusaka carried with it the subtle promise of something special as guests gathered at a restaurant for a dinner hosted by the Prosecutors’ Conference Organising Committee. Tucked away in the heart of the city, the venue provided a perfect setting, rustic, intimate, and rich with Zambian charm, for what would unfold as one of the most memorable evenings of the Conference. The dinner was more than a formal gathering, it was a celebration of collaboration, cultural pride, and shared purpose. As guests took their seats under softly glowing chandeliers and the scent of local cuisine drifted through the air, there was already a quiet sense that this would be no ordinary evening. What followed was a truly enchanting experience. The diners were serenaded by none other than the legendary Angela Nyirenda, whose music stirred

Three days. Thirty transformative sessions. One mission. The Third Annual International Prosecutors’ Conference has drawn to a powerful close in Lusaka. One thing is clear – this gathering was not merely a conference, it was a crucible of transformation. We did not just discuss the law, we redefined it. We did not simply exchange ideas, we ignited action. Under the theme, “The Evolving Role of a Prosecutor in a Complex World: Innovation and Sustainable Practices,” we faced the most pressing challenges of our time head-on. From digital frontiers to the courtroom, from policy to practice, we forged a forward path rooted in innovation, integrity, and impact. Prosecutors as Changemakers Over three days of dialogue, debate, and deep dives, from gender-based violence to tech-enabled financial crime, we reaffirmed a truth – that justice thrives when prosecution leads with purpose and ingenuity.

Anti-Corruption Commission DirectorGeneral Ms. Daphne Soko Chabu matched this energy with an operational challenge when she stated,“I am delighted to hear you discuss best practices that enhance our collective fight against crime. This conference is our armory where we strengthen partnerships, exchange tactical ideas, and reload our commitment to integrity. The criminals evolve daily so must we. She added that she looked forward to engaging with most of the participants so as to develop new strategies because prosecution is a difficult job that demand a united front.” The announcements and pledges made at the conference emphasise a shared commitment to professional development and inter-agency cooperation in Zambia’s justice sector. With CPD recognition for the conference attendance and strengthened partnerships between key institutions, prosecutors are better equipped than ever to fulfill their critical role.

Lusaka | 11 Aug, 2025 – In a major boost for Zambia’s prosecutors, the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) President, Mr. Lungisani Zulu, dropped game-changing news. He announced that, “ContinuousProfessional Development (CPD)Points would soon be mandatory for renewing practicing licences and that the Annual Prosecutors’ conference would count towards those points. “This conference now forms part of the CPD framework,” he declared,“recognising the vital role prosecutors play in our justice system and the need for ongoing professional growth.Consider this our investment in you, because when prosecutors grow stronger, Zambia’s justice system also grows stronger.” The significant announcement came during Mr. Zulu’s opening address at the Third Annual National Prosecutors’ Conference. Mr. Zulu further highlighted the unique position that National Prosecution Authority prosecutors hold in the Association, noting that “NPA lawyers form the largest constituent of LAZ membership” which is a

THE PEOPLE V DAVIES CHAMA AND BRIAN DUMISANI NYONI Case overview  The accused persons Davies Chama and Brian Dumisani Nyoni stood charged with one count of Acts Intended to Cause Grievous Bodily Harm contrary to section 224(a) of the Penal Code Chapter 87 of the laws of Zambia Particulars of the offence are that Davies Chama and Brian Dumisani Nyoni on the 6th day of June, 2015, at Mulobezi in the Mulobezi District of the Western Province of the Republic of Zambia, jointly and whilst acting together, with intent to maim, disfigure, or disable, did wound Mushaukwa Mushaukwa. The victim Mushaukwa Mushaukwa at the material was a cadre for the United Party for National Development (UPND). On the 6th June, 2015 the victim was in the  company of fellow UPND members campaigning during the 2015 Mulobezi bye election. The accused

Case overview  The accused person Ernest Chilonga stood charged with one count of Theft by Public Servant contrary to section 272 and 277 of the Penal Code Chapter 87 of the laws of Zambia On the 26th day of September, 2024, the accused person a head teacher at Mulwa Primary School in the Mongu District of the Western Province of Zambia was contracted as Pay point manager for Social Cash Transfer. On the material date the accused person went to Zambia Commercial Bank and withdrew k68,320.00 cash for which k64,000.00 was the property of the Government of the Republic of Zambia meant for Social Cash Transfer beneficiaries and the remaining k4,320.00 was his allowance. Upon collection of the money from the bank the accused person did not go back to the school but instead lodged at an unnamed lodge where

The Mansa Subordinate Court has convicted and sentenced two former District Commissioners, Robert Mutepuka of Nchelenge and Morton Sikazwe of Mwansabombwe, along with six others, for illegal mining and related offenses. The co-accused are Jones Nkandu, Kelvin Mulenga, Masauso Jere, Obbrey Simauki, Mulenga Chilufya, and Joshua Chimuli. The convictions were on three counts: Count 1, Illegal Mining, contrary to sections 12(1) and (3) of the Mines and Minerals Development Act No. 11 of 2015; Count 2, Conveying Property reasonably suspected to have been unlawfully obtained, contrary to section 319(b) of the Penal Code Cap 87; and Count 3, Giving False Information to a Public Officer, contrary to section 125(a) of the Penal Code, which applied only to Jones Nkandu. Sentences were as follows: Count 1, a fine of K10,000 each and 5 months imprisonment with hard labor, effective July 24,

LUSAKA, Zambia |July 22, 2025In a bold, game-changing move, the National Prosecution Authority has raised the stakes in Zambia’s battle against financial crime, launching a comprehensive set of Guidelines for the Prosecution of Economic and Financial Crimes. This marks a historic turning point in the country’s judicial framework, as the NPA gears up to tackle high-level corruption, money laundering, and financial impropriety with unprecedented precision. At a ceremony attended by top government officials, the learned Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Gilbert A. Phiri SC, delivered a powerful message on the scale of the challenge ahead. “We’re not dealing with petty criminals,” the DPP declared, emphasising that these crimes are committed by the elite, “individuals dressed in suits and driving expensive cars, but motivated by an insatiable greed that puts our economy at risk.” The DPP credited the launch not only