The article by Mthoniswa Banda discusses the pervasive influence of criminal gangs in Lusaka, Zambia, which extort money from local businesses, control market stalls, and dictate terms to farmers and transport operators. These gangs, known as the Gangs of Lusaka, operate openly and in collusion with officials from the council, police, and government agencies. They charge exorbitant fees for market stalls and bus station operations, often resorting to violence or threats. The article highlights the experiences of farmers and transport operators who suffer under the gangs' control. It also references past government efforts to combat similar gangs and calls for current authorities to take action to dismantle these criminal networks and restore lawful business practices.

The Zambia Roads & Highway Safety Group (ZRHSG) is advocating for modifications to the Kafue and Kabwe Roundabouts in Lusaka to alleviate traffic congestion in the Central Business District (CBD). The group highlights the persistent traffic jams during rush hours and proposes specific changes to traffic flow at these roundabouts. They also suggest creating new traffic circles on Lumumba Road to redirect traffic. The ZRHSG hopes the government and Lusaka City Council will implement these changes to improve traffic conditions.

With the confirmation of the novel coronavirus in Lusaka, the Zambian Roads & Highway Safety Group (ZRHSG) urges the government to sanitize the minibus transportation system. The group highlights the risks posed by overcrowded and poorly ventilated minibuses, which could facilitate the spread of the virus. They call for measures such as reducing passenger numbers, ensuring proper hygiene, and disinfecting buses and stations. Passengers showing symptoms are advised to avoid minibuses and seek medical transport. The group emphasizes the importance of road safety and public health in combating the virus.

Since 2016, the Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board (HELSB) in Zambia has recovered over K28 million from university graduates, reinvesting the funds into loans for current students. The recovery efforts, which began with government-employed graduates, are expanding to the private sector. HELSB, transitioning from the Bursaries Committee, now offers loans to students at multiple universities, including UNZA and CBU, with plans to support 2,000 students per university. The loans cover tuition, accommodation, and project allowances but not meal expenses or transfers between institutions.