Kennedy Gondwe

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Kennedy Gondwe

Zambia's president not wanted at predecessor's funeral, family saysKennedy GondwePhotothek/Getty ImagesEdgar Lungu died of an undisclosed illness while receiving treatment in South AfricaZambia's former President Edgar Lungu, who died last week, left instructions that his successor Hakainde Hichilema "should not be anywhere near" his body, a family spokesman has said.

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Kennedy Gondwe |Wedaeli Chibelushi

Funeral row causes chaos for mourners of Zambia's ex-presidentKennedy Gondwe & Wedaeli ChibelushiBBC News, Lusaka & LondonAFP/Getty ImagesAfter losing the presidency, Edgar Lungu remained influential in Zambian politicsArranging a funeral can be testing at the best of times - let alone for a former head of state. Amid that intense, initial stage of grief, loved ones must juggle cost, the wishes of the deceased and numerous other factors in order to throw a fitting send-off.

2 months ago | bbc.com | Kennedy Gondwe

Zambians protest over heinous child rape reportsKennedy GondweSista DThe protesters handed a petition to Vice-President Mutale NalumangoWarning: This story contains distressing details. A protest march has been held in Zambia's capital, Lusaka, against a recent spate of reports of men raping children. Over the last two months, Zambians have been shocked by several cases of child rape, some of which resulted in death.

Feb 18, 2025 | zambianobserver.com | Kennedy Gondwe

By Kennedy GondweHOW CAN OUR FOOTBALL HEAL LIKE THIS? The announcement for the eligible Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) candidates has been made and Andrew Ndanga Kamanga goes through unopposed – he will be incharge of the sport for the next four years having done nine already.

Feb 18, 2025 | lusakatimes.com | Kennedy Gondwe

How Can Our Football Heal Like This? By Kennedy GondweThe announcement of eligible candidates for the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has come and gone, and Andrew Ndanga Kamanga has emerged unopposed. He will lead Zambian football for the next four years, adding to the nine he has already served. At first glance, this might seem like a moment of stability, but beneath the surface lies a circus of confusion and discontent.